Dear all, hope that you are all having a splendid weekend!
Some have expressed interest in getting the books signed and now you can. As I have mentioned previously in a blog, I will be attending the Robin Hood Festival, in August. Details are as follows:
The opening ceremony will be on the Monday, starting at 11am were there will be several entertainers making their way in a procession from the visitor centre to the jousting arena.
On Monday, 5th of August, I will be in the Visitor Centre from 11am onwards. On Saturday, 10th of August, I will be at the Jousting arena, officially taking part (not in the jousting ha-ha) from 2.30pm onwards, but will be there before.
The full programme of events isn't out yet, though I am told that there will be Falconry displays at 12 and 2pm.
As a very late entrant to the festival, I did not quite make the the souvenir programme. However, Dragonstone will be promoted in a variety of ways, which is fabulous news and cannot wait to get these going! (These have yet to be discussed.)
For those making their way to the centre, I have been told that those travelling from the Nottingham/Mansfield area, they close the Swinecote Road off at 9.30am near to Edwinstowe for safety reasons, so there will be a four mile detour. For those travelling from the Worksop direction, there will be no problems here.
For those who follow me on Facebook, I have a small decision to make about the day that I will require some assistance/advice with :o). (Will follow-up on FB soon).
I am super excited and there is a lot to do to prepare. I really hope to see you all there!
Finally, I would like to say a huge thank you to Simon Redfern, Gary Joynt, Izi Banton and Clare Morrell, for their help and, for inviting me to represent Nottinghamshire. In addition, I would like to thank them for providing me with the opportunity to promote my book at this regional, national and international event.
Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Warmest Regards,
James
Sunday 30 June 2013
Tuesday 18 June 2013
DRAGONSTONE IN JUNE!
Hello everyone!
Well this month has surely been very busy for Dragonstone! As you all know, I have had two school invites to St Mary's Catholic Primary and Dunkirk Primary Schools in Nottingham. Suffice it to say that the events' were hugely successful. Both sets of school children were fantastic, asking some superb questions about myself and the book. Copies were sold and enthusiastic children started to read.
A previous group of School children from Middleton Primary School, who I met during a library event, invited me back to the school as all were enjoying the story. It was interesting and good to hear that they liked different characters and aspects of the story, though some had not finished it, but were enjoying the journey. In addition, I have also re-visited both St Mary's and Dunkirk schools as more copies were requested - great stuff!
I have recently been in communication with the central library in Nottingham and there is plan for me to visit during the autumn/fall. I will release the details of this as soon as I know.
Below is some teaser marketing promo material for future venues, with more on the way.
If you click on the following link, you will see some photographs from St Mary's. Excuse the photo quality! (Can I say that since then I have received a dramatic haircut since then and you will probably not even recognise me :) ) https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.527468320647446.1073741826.139139799480302&type=3
Well this month has surely been very busy for Dragonstone! As you all know, I have had two school invites to St Mary's Catholic Primary and Dunkirk Primary Schools in Nottingham. Suffice it to say that the events' were hugely successful. Both sets of school children were fantastic, asking some superb questions about myself and the book. Copies were sold and enthusiastic children started to read.
A previous group of School children from Middleton Primary School, who I met during a library event, invited me back to the school as all were enjoying the story. It was interesting and good to hear that they liked different characters and aspects of the story, though some had not finished it, but were enjoying the journey. In addition, I have also re-visited both St Mary's and Dunkirk schools as more copies were requested - great stuff!
I have recently been in communication with the central library in Nottingham and there is plan for me to visit during the autumn/fall. I will release the details of this as soon as I know.
Below is some teaser marketing promo material for future venues, with more on the way.
If you click on the following link, you will see some photographs from St Mary's. Excuse the photo quality! (Can I say that since then I have received a dramatic haircut since then and you will probably not even recognise me :) ) https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.527468320647446.1073741826.139139799480302&type=3
I would like to give a huge thank you to all the library managers, teachers, admin and children from all schools, for being so helpful, welcoming and encouraging.
The future is bright for Dragonstone...
Wednesday 5 June 2013
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