| I.N.K. - Interactive Neighborhood for Kids | | Posted by Michael on Sunday, August 22, 2010 at 2:55pm | Another quick note to let you know of next week's booksigning at Interactive Neighborhood for Kid's (INK) in Gainesville, GA. INK is a non-profit organization whose mission is to encourage children of all ages to develop their full potential through exciting hands-on learning. INK strives, through the exhibits of the museum, to create a unique environment in which children of all ages, abilities and experience can feel free to imagine, create and explore beyond their dreams. Sherri Hooper, the executive director, does a wonderful job managing this unique, FUN place!
I'll be at INK at 12:00 noon on Saturday 8/27. I'd love to meet you if you have some time to stop by.
For more information - http://www.inkfun.org/events/index.php?dm=detail&id=368
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| | | | | Next Chapter Bookstore - Grand Opening / Book Signing | | Posted by Michael on Thursday, August 5, 2010 at 7:21pm |  Caroline | Hi Friends,
Just a quick note to let you know of a great cause tomorrow Aug 6th.
Next Chapter Books located in Mainstreet Market, Gainesville, GA, is having their grand opening at 4pm. Next Chapter Books is a different type of bookstore. They actively employ people who have disabilities who are eager and ready to work. It's a great place and I wish them huge success.
I'm honored to be one of several local authors who will be signing books tomorrow - and a portion of the proceeds from booksales go to Randy's House - an organization that provides housing to disabled people in Gainesville.
Read the whole post with comments ... News & Book Updates | | | | | ICRS After Thoughts | | Posted by Michael on Thursday, July 1, 2010 at 5:52pm |  | I just returned from the International Christian Retail Show (ICRS) where I was able to officially roll-out The Adventures of Amos McCool- The New Bicycle! Over the course of 3 days, I was able to participate in several strategic events relating to the promotion of the new book.
On the first day I attended a children’s trend workshop with hundreds of other bookstore owners, publishers, and retailers. Here the latest trends and new products were introduced and the book was highlighted as a resource for kids that addressed a key area – work and money. I was able to talk to many of these retailers and explain the purpose the book. I got a good reaction from many who liked the colorful pictures, the fact that the book taught a life lesson, and that it had discussion questions for groups or families. Many teachers and educators were interseted in the book and its application to small groups.
Read the whole post with comments ... News & Book Updates | | | | | The Adventures of Amos McCool | | Posted by Michael on Saturday, June 26, 2010 at 1:46pm | The Adventures of Amos McCool is Published!
A couple of weeks ago the first copies of the book were printed and it’s now being sold on WinePress Book’s website and through Amazon. I’m so glad to see this project complete and the book out. Several of you have asked how to purchase a copy. Here is the best price and easiest way to purchase that I'm aware (today):
https://www.winepressbooks.com/product.asp?pid=2669&search=9&select=browser&ss=11
What’s next?
I’m attending the International Christian Retail Show (ICRS) which starts tomorrow in St. Louis. Here, thousands of book retailers, publishers, buyers, and other vendors meet to see the latest in Christian retail and books. I’ll have several opportunities to give away promotional copies of the book, network with people, and attend a children’s book workshop where I will be able to give the book to interested retailers.
Read the whole post with comments ... News & Book Updates | | | | | Leaky Buckets | | Posted by Michael on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at 6:01am |  | My daughters love it when daddy leaves them notes in the morning. Typically I will pour my coffee and scribble out a silly little note with a funny picture or two. It usually takes no more than 3-4 minutes and I’ll leave the note lying on the kitchen counter for them to find when they wake up. I will draw pictures of the girls, their mommy, characters in books we are reading, and other things to make them smile. I also use this as a way to encourage my family at the beginning of their day. I’ll include a short verse or an "atta boy (girl)" from daddy.
“Daddy is proud of you”
“You’re going to do great on your test today.”
“I’m praying for your doctors appointment.”
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