Update: I placed 12th in the 76th Annual Writer's Digest Writing Competition in the Non-Rhyming Poem Category! This is a huge poetic win for me!! As an award winning poet/photographer and honors faculty member I enjoy teaching and creating wonderful stories, poems, articles,and photographs. I love winning awards and helping others achieve their writing goals and publishing opportunities. I enjoy publishing my poetry chapbooks, and will write some more how-to chapbooks in the next month or two. I like to guide my students, and give them ample opportunity to create and revise.
posted by C.A. Martin @ 10:47 AM
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It has been a roller coaster ride with huge snow drifts and fast blowing sleet these past few days. What would've been a leisurely trip across the state turned into a nightmare Friday. As I had planned on traveling up to the area the night before to relax and see the sights before my book signing event on Saturday, I was plain out of luck because of the massive snow storms that blanketed all of Michigan and other parts of the country.
Staying home saved me a few needed bucks, but, I knew that the expense would've been worth it as I like to travel a bit here and there and explore. However, the guardian angels had to be looking out for us as when we left in the wee hours of daylight something unexpected happened. Our car started to shake, rattle, and roll as soon as we began to accelerate on the expressway. Not a great way to start out a trip, yet, we did so without a fog of sleet and ice stinging our windshield. So we turned around and went home, unloaded the car into the Durango, and left as soon as we could. We were both frazzled by this time, wondering what the heck happened with the car. Stay tuned on that one.
After our late start we tried to go a bit quicker to get there so I could arrive early and set up my space on the table that I'd share with another author. We ran into some snow squalls and slippery roads. Folks slid into the embankments everywhere along the expressway. We were making pretty good time, and, we arrived a little before the event was suppose to begin, which was good for me. I could breathe for a few minutes and sip on some fresh brewed iced tea. That helped.
It was an enjoyable event and I sold plenty of books. Copies of "Woman Reclining" sold like wildfire, and "Cheryl's Musings: A Day In The Life Of An Award Winning Poet & Photographer" did well. I would've been happy to sell one or two books actually! Plus there is interest in my next two books which is helpful for me and for future readers!
The person that I was with was nice. I sold a few books of his to help him out, which I know really suprised him. At any rate, I did it because he needed the help, and I am trying to cultivate relationships with some other authors that I'd like to pursue joint book signing events with.
I stayed later and was exhausted, as was Gerry. When we drove home someone almost caused a huge accident when his tire blew up right there in front of us. I believe that we would've been hit if we were in our tiny car. Thankfully the SUV can swerve and move at lightening speed when necessary. I was concerned about that individual who was on the sidelines of the expressway, and hoped he or she received help. The state police were nearby, so I am hopeful that someone called. I didn't have an available cell phone at the time, or I would've called.
Thankfully after a very long day we got home in one piece. Perhaps I'll receive my check before next spring! The book signing organizer said it could take a very long time............Oh well.........
posted by C.A. Martin @ 7:17 AM
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posted by C.A. Martin @ 10:10 AM
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I'll be visiting the Barnes & Noble Book Store on December 20th 2008. Please stop by and visit with me. You'll have two books to choose from and you'll be happy with the selection from this award winning author.
Cheryl's Musings: A Day In The Life Of An Award Winning Poet & Photographer"
www.authorhouse.com's book store
http://outskirtspress.com/womanreclining for "Woman Reclining"
www.barnes&noble.com, www.borders.com, and everywhere else!
posted by C.A. Martin @ 7:26 PM
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This is a great Barnes & Noble book store. Please stop by and order a copy of my brand new release listed below. Cheryl's Musings was published in September of 2008.
Cheryl's Musings: A Day In The Life Of An Award Winning Poet & Photographer- http://www.authorhouse.com book store. http://www.barnes&noble.com/, http://www.borders.com/ , http://www.amazon.com/
"Woman Reclining" http://outskirtspress.com/womanreclining
http://www.barnes&noble.com/ http://www.borders.com/, http://www.amazon.com/
For those of you who missed me on Saturday, please stop by and purchase a copy of "Woman Reclining". The store carries a few copies of my book!
posted by C.A. Martin @ 8:28 PM
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posted by C.A. Martin @ 8:26 PM
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I thoroughly enjoyed my author event at Waldenbooks & More on December 11th. This book store invested in purchasing copies of both of my books, "Woman Reclining" and "Cheryl's Musings: A Day In The Life Of An Award Winning Poet & Photographer". My books were set up right out front so that the customers could view them as they walked in through the door.
While I was there I taped two of my posters to the table so that people could view them from a distance.
One new reader commented to me, " It's not very often that I get to meet an author". I think if people realized that, they might be more inclined to purchase a book as a gift for themselves, or a loved one.
Another lady who was in a rush wanted to at least stop by and inquire as to how long I'd be there. Unfortunately I am only booked for a couple of hours. Of course I did go beyond their expectations by arriving early and staying significantly later. Part of that was because I do love the store and it has been my favorite since I moved to Michigan.
I am glad that they are doing well, and am happy that I met some new readers last night. I am hopeful that other readers will stop by later on to purchase my books!
At any rate, I am looking forward to doing another book signing after my third book is published. Yey!
Tomorrow I'll be in Flint at the Barnes & Noble Book Store. Feel free to stop by!
posted by C.A. Martin @ 6:01 AM
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posted by C.A. Martin @ 10:16 AM
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Hello everyone!! Tonight I'll be autographing books at Waldenbooks & More in Livonia, Michigan. It will be fun and I look forward to meeting a lot of new people this evening.
Both of my books are popular and will give you something enriching to read, and will provide you with a lot to think about. My inspirational words are made to help all authors, writers, poets, fine art photographers, artists, and everyone reflect upon their life and how to live it to the fullest!
Inspiration and literature goes hand in hand with my books!! "Woman Reclining" which was first published in 2006 has a vast readership, and, many readers who have also picked up my second newly released book, "Cheryl's Musings: A Day In The Life Of An Award Winning Poet & Photographer". This book is a slice of life vignette about how the author began a new writing and photographic journey. It is a touching book that will inspire all to follow his or her dreams. The author is a great mentor to all of her readers!
I'll be greeting my readers at 6:00pm until 8:00pm at this fine book seller. Remember if you have a Borders Rewards Card or Borders Certificates you can redeem them and save a few dollars off of your purchases, inclusive of my two books.
Seasons Greetings To All!!
posted by C.A. Martin @ 10:09 AM
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In the morning I'll be heading to Tracy's Used Books to hold my book signing. Right now I am in Sandusky, and am looking forward to a good night's sleep! I hope to see you tomorrow!
It's pretty chilly right now, and the weather forecast is quite cold for tomorrow too. Bundle up and stay warm!
When you purchase my books you can read them under the covers if you'd like.
See you in the morning!
posted by C.A. Martin @ 7:00 PM
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Book signing
Award winning poet and photographer Cheryl A. Vatcher-Martin will be autographing copies of her books at Waldenbooks & More on Plymouth Road in Livonia 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11.
She'll be bringing copies of her books, Woman Reclining, a collection of epic, narrative and haiku poems; and her newly released non-fiction book, Cheryl's Musings: A Day In The Life Of An Award-Winning Poet & Photographer.
Presently Martin's artwork is in a solo Exhibit in Flat Rock Michigan at the Flat Rock Library. Eleven of her pieces are on display including two of her favorite pictures from Canton, one titled, "Canton's Cows," the other "Crimboli's Pond."
Martin is the owner of Pero Inc., a full service writing, consulting, publishing, editing and photographic business. She can be reached via e-mail at peroinc5@comcast.net. For further information, call her at (734) 397-1626.
posted by C.A. Martin @ 9:19 AM
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posted by C.A. Martin @ 9:14 AM
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If you are interested in meeting me, please stop by Tracy's Used Books in Deckerville, Michigan on December 6th from 11:00am - 1:00pm. I look forward to greeting you and showing you my two wonderful books, "Cheryl's Musings: A Day In The Life Of An Award Winning Poet & Photographer", and "Woman Reclining".
Please go to the bookstore at www.authorhouse.com to learn more about my latest book, "Cheryl's Musings.
You can check out and order "Woman Reclining" at http://outskirtspress.com/womanreclining.
Have an awesome day!
posted by C.A. Martin @ 9:15 AM
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