I’m thrilled to share that the first event for my new book will be with three poets from my writers’ group, The Nearby Universe, on Friday, December 4. We’ll be reading in the VIP room at the historic Satellite Hotel, alongside longtime member M.R. Hyde‘s art show opening at the Satellite Gallery. Poets will read from 5- 6 p.m., with book signing to follow; the gallery opening will run until 8. Refreshments will be served.
I’ll read from my brand-new collection of poetry and short stories, Exodus with Red Delicious, to be released just three days before from Unsolicited Press. M.R. Hyde‘s new books are The Reluctant Poet and A Prayer From the Driven: Poems by a Christian.
Amie Sharp will read from her latest collection, Formations of the West, from Main Street Rag Press, and Amber Ridenour Walker will read from her new chapbook, Suburban Gothic, from Bottlecap Press.
Located at 411 Lakewood Circle near South Academy Boulevard and Airport Road in Colorado Springs, the Satellite Hotel has been a mid-century modern landmark since 1969. I’m a Colorado Springs native, and I’ve seen this groovy building since I was a kid. Come to find out it’s even cooler on the inside, with thriving businesses and funky Jetsons-style vibes everywhere. And we’re going to be in the VIP room!
The Nearby Universe is the creative writers’ group for Pikes Peak State College faculty and staff, founded nine years ago by yours truly. We hold monthly workshops and at least one write-in annually. I am forever grateful to them for their support, honest feedback, and friendship, and I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the release of Exodus with Red Delicious. Hope to see you there!
