
CURRENT EVENTS
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Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019 - 1-4:30 p.m.
Main Library, 101 West Flagler Street, Miami, 1st Floor 305 375-2665
I'm honored to be included in this inaugural. Live music, storytelling, free, and best of all Edwidge Danicat and Craig Pittman! See you there!
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MIAMI DADE PUBLIC LIBRARY AUTHOR SERIES
WITH LOUIS K LOWY
WITH LOUIS K LOWY
Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
6699 Windmill Gate Rd. Miami Lakes, FL, 33014
305 822-6520
6699 Windmill Gate Rd. Miami Lakes, FL, 33014
305 822-6520

Super excited to be reading from my latest novel,
The Second Life of Eddie Coyne, at the
Miami Lakes Branch Library because it's my hometown library.
Join me as I read excerpts from the book, discuss writing, and answer your questions.
Most importantly, support our wonderful libraries and have a great time to boot!
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OFFICIAL BOOK LAUNCH OF
THE SECOND LIFE OF EDDIE COYNE
THE SECOND LIFE OF EDDIE COYNE
Books and Books, suniland, FL
Saturday July 20, 2019, 6 p.m.
11297 South Dixie Highway
Pinecrest, FL, 33156
786 552-3290
I'm pumped to officially launch The Second Life of Eddie Coyne with a reading at the beautiful Suniland Books & Books. Books & Books was founded by Mitchell Kaplan in 1982, the stores have become some of the most well-respected independent bookstores in the country.
The wonderful author, Brenda Roman, will also be reading.
Special thanks to South Florida Writers Association.
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11297 South Dixie Highway
Pinecrest, FL, 33156
786 552-3290
I'm pumped to officially launch The Second Life of Eddie Coyne with a reading at the beautiful Suniland Books & Books. Books & Books was founded by Mitchell Kaplan in 1982, the stores have become some of the most well-respected independent bookstores in the country.
The wonderful author, Brenda Roman, will also be reading.
Special thanks to South Florida Writers Association.
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AUTHORS PANEL
Sat. March 23, 2019, 1;00 pm to 3:00 pm at the CAPITAL ONE CAFE, 50 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134
You're invited to the South Florida Writers Association's Authors Panel Discussion
TOPIC: "BECOMING A WRITER... TIPS TO CONSIDER."
Panelists: Louis K. Lowy, Beverly Melasi-Haag, Rita Fidler Dorn, Steven Liebowitz, Billy Jones.
Alternate: Jonathan Rose.
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
TOPIC: "BECOMING A WRITER... TIPS TO CONSIDER."
Panelists: Louis K. Lowy, Beverly Melasi-Haag, Rita Fidler Dorn, Steven Liebowitz, Billy Jones.
Alternate: Jonathan Rose.
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
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October 28, 2017, 9:30 to 1:30 p.m.
8200 SW 124th St., Pinecrest, FL 33156
Can't wait to attend this inagural event! They've got a great line-up of writers, musical events, raffles and best of all, there's no admission. See you there!
8200 SW 124th St., Pinecrest, FL 33156
Can't wait to attend this inagural event! They've got a great line-up of writers, musical events, raffles and best of all, there's no admission. See you there!
January 28, 2017, 5 p.m. Saturday
265 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
305-442-4408
I'm excited to officially launch To Dream: Anatomy of a Humachine with a reading at the iconic Books & Books. Founded by Mitchell Kaplan in 1982, the store has become one of the most well-respected independent bookstores in the country.
Food and drink to immediately follow.
For all of you living away, the event will be live streamed!
http://www.booksandbooks.com/event/louis-k-lowy-dream-anatomy-humachine-gables
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265 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
305-442-4408
I'm excited to officially launch To Dream: Anatomy of a Humachine with a reading at the iconic Books & Books. Founded by Mitchell Kaplan in 1982, the store has become one of the most well-respected independent bookstores in the country.
Food and drink to immediately follow.
For all of you living away, the event will be live streamed!
http://www.booksandbooks.com/event/louis-k-lowy-dream-anatomy-humachine-gables
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Sunday, September 18, 2016, 4 p.m.
Books and Books, 265 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134 ph: 305 442-4408
http://www.booksandbooks.com/event/fiu-alumni-reading-gables
I'm excited to appear with my friends, the amazing writers Mike Creeden, Fabienne Josaphat, Cathleen Chambless, Rita Martinez and Michelle Jessica Fievre. We'll each be reading a short segment from our various works.
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Books and Books, 265 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134 ph: 305 442-4408
http://www.booksandbooks.com/event/fiu-alumni-reading-gables
I'm excited to appear with my friends, the amazing writers Mike Creeden, Fabienne Josaphat, Cathleen Chambless, Rita Martinez and Michelle Jessica Fievre. We'll each be reading a short segment from our various works.
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June 25, 2016 6-9 p.m. 117 NE 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301 ph:954.828.9151
info@girlsclubcollection.org
I'll be reading, and participating in a Q&A with five wonderful writers: Jan Becker, Cathleen Chambless, M.J. Fievre, Fabienne Josaphat, and Laura McDermott. I'm honored to be the only male writer and am looking forward to discussing how I developed Pedal's female protagonist, Joanne Brick.
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info@girlsclubcollection.org
I'll be reading, and participating in a Q&A with five wonderful writers: Jan Becker, Cathleen Chambless, M.J. Fievre, Fabienne Josaphat, and Laura McDermott. I'm honored to be the only male writer and am looking forward to discussing how I developed Pedal's female protagonist, Joanne Brick.
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April 30, 2016 4 p.m. Esplanade Plaza, 273 NE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444 ph: 561-279-7790 email: murdermb@gate.net
This is a great treat for me. Not only is it my 1st appearance at the iconic Murder on the Beach bookstore, but I'm also appearing with my friend, the wonderful Nina Romano, author of the Wayfarer Trilogy. We're appearing together on a panel, answering questions as they're presented to us.
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This is a great treat for me. Not only is it my 1st appearance at the iconic Murder on the Beach bookstore, but I'm also appearing with my friend, the wonderful Nina Romano, author of the Wayfarer Trilogy. We're appearing together on a panel, answering questions as they're presented to us.
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April 12-14, 2016 1-4 p.m. University College Library
A joint-use facility serving Broward College and Florida Atlantic University
3501 SW Davie Road
Davie, FL 33314
Literaryfestivalbc@gmail.com
I'll be at my assigned booth from 1-4 p.m. April 12 & 13. On the 14th, I'll also be at the Writer's Forum from noon to 3 p.m.
All 3 days I'll be showcasing my books, signing copies, and answering questions. This is the inaugural year for the Literary Festival, and I'm proud to have been asked to participate in it.
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A joint-use facility serving Broward College and Florida Atlantic University
3501 SW Davie Road
Davie, FL 33314
Literaryfestivalbc@gmail.com
I'll be at my assigned booth from 1-4 p.m. April 12 & 13. On the 14th, I'll also be at the Writer's Forum from noon to 3 p.m.
All 3 days I'll be showcasing my books, signing copies, and answering questions. This is the inaugural year for the Literary Festival, and I'm proud to have been asked to participate in it.
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Sunday Salon - A Prose Reading Series
Sunday, March 13, 2016 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Doors open at 6:30.
Undergrounds Coffeehaus 3020 N Federal Hwy #5a, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
I'm excited to be appearing with Kathy Flann. She's a terrific writer and her new book, Get A Grip, is getting rave reviews.
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Sunday, March 13, 2016 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Doors open at 6:30.
Undergrounds Coffeehaus 3020 N Federal Hwy #5a, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
I'm excited to be appearing with Kathy Flann. She's a terrific writer and her new book, Get A Grip, is getting rave reviews.
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Saturday, March 5, 2016 - Welcome Reception at 6 p.m.
Broward County Main Library 6th Floor, 100 South Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
In conjunction with Novel Day For Students, I'll be at the reception. It should be an exciting evening, as best selling authors Alafair Burke, Liz Cunningham, David Denby, Rebecca Dinerstein, Daniel de Visé, Helen Ellis, Deborah Harkness, George Hodgman, Michael Koryta, Kate Clifford Larson, Jason Mott, Steve Reddicliffe, Michael Riedel, B.A. Shapiro, Peter Slevin, Michael Springer, and Elaine Viets will be in attendance.
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Broward County Main Library 6th Floor, 100 South Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
In conjunction with Novel Day For Students, I'll be at the reception. It should be an exciting evening, as best selling authors Alafair Burke, Liz Cunningham, David Denby, Rebecca Dinerstein, Daniel de Visé, Helen Ellis, Deborah Harkness, George Hodgman, Michael Koryta, Kate Clifford Larson, Jason Mott, Steve Reddicliffe, Michael Riedel, B.A. Shapiro, Peter Slevin, Michael Springer, and Elaine Viets will be in attendance.
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Broward Public Library Foundation
Novel Day For Students
March 4, 2016, (Closed to the public.)
Authors visit local schools as part of Broward County's literacy initiative called Novel Day for Students. I'm honored to be a part of this. I love speaking with students about writing.
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Novel Day For Students
March 4, 2016, (Closed to the public.)
Authors visit local schools as part of Broward County's literacy initiative called Novel Day for Students. I'm honored to be a part of this. I love speaking with students about writing.
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Mango Writers Conference
Sat. Feb. 20, 2016, 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Winston Park Adult Clubhouse 8100 SW 132 Avenue, Miami, FL 33183
Contact Conference Director Ricki Dorn - raindance3930@gmail.com with questions or to reserve your spot.
I'm excited to present Submitting with Success: Finding a Publisher or Agent. This is my method on how to submit work to publishers and agents. I've had three novels and over a dozen short stories and/or poems published. Along the way, I've picked up a few tips. I always look forward to sharing them with other writers.
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Sat. Feb. 20, 2016, 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Winston Park Adult Clubhouse 8100 SW 132 Avenue, Miami, FL 33183
Contact Conference Director Ricki Dorn - raindance3930@gmail.com with questions or to reserve your spot.
I'm excited to present Submitting with Success: Finding a Publisher or Agent. This is my method on how to submit work to publishers and agents. I've had three novels and over a dozen short stories and/or poems published. Along the way, I've picked up a few tips. I always look forward to sharing them with other writers.
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Books & Books, Coral Gables, FL
January 16, 2016, 5 p.m. Saturday
265 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
305-442-4408
I'm thrilled to officially launch the release of Pedal with a reading at the iconic Books & Books. Founded by Mitchell Kaplan in 1982, the store has become one of the most well-respected independent bookstores in the country.
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January 16, 2016, 5 p.m. Saturday
265 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
305-442-4408
I'm thrilled to officially launch the release of Pedal with a reading at the iconic Books & Books. Founded by Mitchell Kaplan in 1982, the store has become one of the most well-respected independent bookstores in the country.
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University of Miami Osher Life Long Learning Institute
Meet the Local Author Series
2 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 2015
University of Miami: Founders Hall
1550 Brescia Avenue
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
305-284-6554
I'm excited to discuss writing with members of OLLI @ UM, which is a continuous education series for those 50 and over.
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Meet the Local Author Series
2 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 2015
University of Miami: Founders Hall
1550 Brescia Avenue
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
305-284-6554
I'm excited to discuss writing with members of OLLI @ UM, which is a continuous education series for those 50 and over.
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St. Cloud Author Symposium
Sat. Jan. 31, 2015
St. Cloud Library
810 13th St, St Cloud, FL 34769
(407) 742-8888
I'm pleased to be part of this amazing event which includes many authors and wonderful panels.
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Sat. Jan. 31, 2015
St. Cloud Library
810 13th St, St Cloud, FL 34769
(407) 742-8888
I'm pleased to be part of this amazing event which includes many authors and wonderful panels.
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Miami-Dade Public Libraries
Reading Series
I'll be reading and discussing writing at each location. Below is a complete list of my appearances. I'd love to see you there!
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Sat. Jan. 3, 2015 - 2 p.m.
West Dade Regional Library
9445 SW 24th St, Miami, FL 33165
(305) 553-1134
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Thurs. Dec. 11, 2014 - 7 p.m.
Pinecrest Library
5835 SW 111th St, Pinecrest, FL 33156
(305) 668-4571
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Sat. Nov. 15, 2014 - 10:30 a.m.
South Dade Regional Library
10750 SW 211th St, Cutler Bay, FL 33189
(305) 233-8140
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Sat. Nov. 8, 2014 - 3 p.m.
Kendall Library
9101 SW 97th Ave, Miami, FL 33176
(305) 279-0520
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Wednesday Oct. 1, 2014 - 7 p.m.
Coral Gables Library
3443 Segovia St, Coral Gables, FL 33134
305-442-8706
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Tuesday Sept. 30, 2014 - 7:30 p.m.
North Dade Regional Library
2455 NW 183rd St, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
305 625-6424
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Reading Series
I'll be reading and discussing writing at each location. Below is a complete list of my appearances. I'd love to see you there!
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Sat. Jan. 3, 2015 - 2 p.m.
West Dade Regional Library
9445 SW 24th St, Miami, FL 33165
(305) 553-1134
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Thurs. Dec. 11, 2014 - 7 p.m.
Pinecrest Library
5835 SW 111th St, Pinecrest, FL 33156
(305) 668-4571
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Sat. Nov. 15, 2014 - 10:30 a.m.
South Dade Regional Library
10750 SW 211th St, Cutler Bay, FL 33189
(305) 233-8140
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Sat. Nov. 8, 2014 - 3 p.m.
Kendall Library
9101 SW 97th Ave, Miami, FL 33176
(305) 279-0520
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Wednesday Oct. 1, 2014 - 7 p.m.
Coral Gables Library
3443 Segovia St, Coral Gables, FL 33134
305-442-8706
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Tuesday Sept. 30, 2014 - 7:30 p.m.
North Dade Regional Library
2455 NW 183rd St, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
305 625-6424
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Sunday Sept. 14, 2014
4 - 5 p.m.
Books and Books
I'll be reading at the iconic Books and Books in Coral Gables for the FIU Alumni reading. I looking forward to sharing the podium with some amazing authors. The address is 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gagles, FL 33134. ph: 305 442-4408.
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4 - 5 p.m.
Books and Books
I'll be reading at the iconic Books and Books in Coral Gables for the FIU Alumni reading. I looking forward to sharing the podium with some amazing authors. The address is 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gagles, FL 33134. ph: 305 442-4408.
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May 3, 2014
11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tate's Comics
I'll be at the Free Comic Days extravaganza signing copies of Die Laughing and giving away some cool stuff! It's an amazing day filled with comic creators, artists, cosplayers, comedians and of course free comics! Click HERE for more info.
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11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tate's Comics
I'll be at the Free Comic Days extravaganza signing copies of Die Laughing and giving away some cool stuff! It's an amazing day filled with comic creators, artists, cosplayers, comedians and of course free comics! Click HERE for more info.
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Tuesday Nov. 5, 2013
8:30 p.m. Short story reading
Luna Star Cafe
775 Northeast 125th Street
North Miami, FL 33161
(305) 799-7123
I'll be reading with some of the finest writers and poets in the area. Voted the best coffee house in Miami, Luna Star Cafe serves over a 100 different kinds of bottled beers. The event is free and a good time is always had by all.
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8:30 p.m. Short story reading
Luna Star Cafe
775 Northeast 125th Street
North Miami, FL 33161
(305) 799-7123
I'll be reading with some of the finest writers and poets in the area. Voted the best coffee house in Miami, Luna Star Cafe serves over a 100 different kinds of bottled beers. The event is free and a good time is always had by all.
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Monday Nov. 19, 2012
Student Workshop
G. Holmes Braddock High School
(closed to the public)
3601 Southwest 147th Avenue
Miami, FL.
(305) 225-9729
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Student Workshop
G. Holmes Braddock High School
(closed to the public)
3601 Southwest 147th Avenue
Miami, FL.
(305) 225-9729
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Saturday Nov. 10, 2012
10 am to 2 pm
1st Annual Writers Network of South Florida
Book Fair.
ArtServe Auditorium
1350 E Sunrise Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
(954) 462-8190
This is the place to mix with some of South Florida's finest writers. I'll be there signing copies of Die Laughing and answering questions about the book and writing. See ya there!
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10 am to 2 pm
1st Annual Writers Network of South Florida
Book Fair.
ArtServe Auditorium
1350 E Sunrise Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
(954) 462-8190
This is the place to mix with some of South Florida's finest writers. I'll be there signing copies of Die Laughing and answering questions about the book and writing. See ya there!
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Tuesday Oct. 2, 2012
8:30 p.m. Short story reading
Luna Star Cafe
775 Northeast 125th Street
North Miami, FL 33161
(305) 799-7123
I'll be reading with four of the finest writers and poets in the area. Voted the best coffee house in Miami, Luna Star Cafe serves over a 100 different kinds of bottled beers. The event is free and a good time is always had by all.
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8:30 p.m. Short story reading
Luna Star Cafe
775 Northeast 125th Street
North Miami, FL 33161
(305) 799-7123
I'll be reading with four of the finest writers and poets in the area. Voted the best coffee house in Miami, Luna Star Cafe serves over a 100 different kinds of bottled beers. The event is free and a good time is always had by all.
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Saturday May 19, 2012
(Guest Judge Invitation)
Writers Network of South Florida
Writing Awards Banquet 7 - 9 p.m
ArtServe Library/Gallery
1350 East Sunrise Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304
(954) 462-8190
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(Guest Judge Invitation)
Writers Network of South Florida
Writing Awards Banquet 7 - 9 p.m
ArtServe Library/Gallery
1350 East Sunrise Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304
(954) 462-8190
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Thur. April 12, 2012
Student Workshop
G. Holmes Braddock High School
(closed to the public)
3601 Southwest 147th Avenue
Miami, FL.
(305) 225-9729
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Student Workshop
G. Holmes Braddock High School
(closed to the public)
3601 Southwest 147th Avenue
Miami, FL.
(305) 225-9729
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Thur. Feb. 23, 2012
Nuts 'N Bolts Seminar/ Student Workshop
G. Holmes Braddock High School
(Closed to the public)
3601 Southwest 147th Avenue
Miami, FL
(305) 225-9729
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Nuts 'N Bolts Seminar/ Student Workshop
G. Holmes Braddock High School
(Closed to the public)
3601 Southwest 147th Avenue
Miami, FL
(305) 225-9729
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Sat. Feb. 18, 2012
Book signing time: 1-4 pm.
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Sun. Feb 19, 2012
Book signing time: 11am - 1 pm.
MegaCon
Orange County Convention, Center, Hall D
9800 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
I'll be at booth 24 in the Indie Press Area. It's a corner booth just below the celebrity signing area. Stop by - I'll be raffling off some nifty stuff- no purchase necessary!
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Nov. 25, 2011
Signing: Noon to 2pm.
ZBK Comics
7619 Pines Blvd.
Pembroke Pines, FL, 33024
954 962-3322
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Oct. 17, 2011
6:30 pm Reading and Signing.
Park Road Books
4139 Park Road
Park Road Shopping Center
Charlotte, NC 28209
Tel: 704-525-9239
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Oct. 15, 2011
11:00 am Reading and Signing
PBKW Comics
21500 Catawba Ave. Suite A
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 892-GAME (4263)
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Oct. 4, 2011
G. Holmes Braddock High School
Reading and Q & A
(Closed to the public)
3601 Southwest 147th Avenue
Miami, FL
(305) 225-9729
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Sept. 21, 2011
'You're Published! Now Comes the Hard Part'
Promoting your book panel discussion.
Wed. Sept. 21, 2011 at 6:30pm
Broward County Main Library
6th Floor
100 S Andrews Ave
Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33301
Sponsored by Writers' Network of South Florida
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August 27, 2011 - 7 p.m.
Books & Books
265 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, Fl 33134
305-442-4408
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Sept. 7, 2011 - noon to 1:30
Hialeah/Mia Springs Rotary Club
Miami Springs Country Club
650 Curtiss Parkway
Miami Springs, FL 33166-5250
(305) 883-6145
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August 18, 2011 - noon to 1:30
Key Biscayne Community Center
10 Village Green Way,
Key Biscayne, FL 33139
Book signing time: 1-4 pm.
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Sun. Feb 19, 2012
Book signing time: 11am - 1 pm.
MegaCon
Orange County Convention, Center, Hall D
9800 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
I'll be at booth 24 in the Indie Press Area. It's a corner booth just below the celebrity signing area. Stop by - I'll be raffling off some nifty stuff- no purchase necessary!
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Nov. 25, 2011
Signing: Noon to 2pm.
ZBK Comics
7619 Pines Blvd.
Pembroke Pines, FL, 33024
954 962-3322
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Oct. 17, 2011
6:30 pm Reading and Signing.
Park Road Books
4139 Park Road
Park Road Shopping Center
Charlotte, NC 28209
Tel: 704-525-9239
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Oct. 15, 2011
11:00 am Reading and Signing
PBKW Comics
21500 Catawba Ave. Suite A
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 892-GAME (4263)
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Oct. 4, 2011
G. Holmes Braddock High School
Reading and Q & A
(Closed to the public)
3601 Southwest 147th Avenue
Miami, FL
(305) 225-9729
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Sept. 21, 2011
'You're Published! Now Comes the Hard Part'
Promoting your book panel discussion.
Wed. Sept. 21, 2011 at 6:30pm
Broward County Main Library
6th Floor
100 S Andrews Ave
Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33301
Sponsored by Writers' Network of South Florida
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August 27, 2011 - 7 p.m.
Books & Books
265 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, Fl 33134
305-442-4408
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Sept. 7, 2011 - noon to 1:30
Hialeah/Mia Springs Rotary Club
Miami Springs Country Club
650 Curtiss Parkway
Miami Springs, FL 33166-5250
(305) 883-6145
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August 18, 2011 - noon to 1:30
Key Biscayne Community Center
10 Village Green Way,
Key Biscayne, FL 33139