Saturday, October 24, 2009

Home is Where the Tell-Tale Heart Is...

So, I'm back in northeast Ohio after a LONG hiatus. What a trip—er, trips—it's been. I feel like the last two weeks, I haven't had much time to sit still for long, let alone digest everything. From Salem (an incredible city... thanks to everyone there who made my trip enjoyable and the many new friends I made along the way) and my first-ever book signing at Cornerstone Books to Dayton (as well as Yellow Springs where two bookstores now carry Queer Hauntings) and my wonderful friends, both distant and close, there who kept me on my toes. I haven't even unpacked yet, but I did take the time to make a Halloween tree and decorate my window a little, just to cheer myself up from the exhaustion for a little while.

I have so much to get done, I'm not sure how long it will be before I have the time to write a regular blog entry. It might be time to finally create that team of bloggers to help me keep Spooked! active during my more busy times. I promised myself I would have a book signing in my own area before trying to tackle other signings elsewhere. I have a place in mind, but I need to make some calls and see what's happening.

Otherwise, much to my surprise and chagrin, it has been a good month for press. Although I had to decline a few media events due to my hectic schedule, Toronto's Autumnplay Magazine featured an article about the book and I. But that's not all; just yesterday, I was told that Instinct Magazine reviewed my book this month. I still need too get my hands on a copy! It may not have been long or 5 stars but till, it's exciting.

Having said that, this neck ache is creeping up my spine and giving me a headache, so I shall bid you all adieu. I'll be back soon, hopefully, if time permits. There's too much to do, but right now it's time to take some aspirin and watch the twinkling ghost lights dance around my window frame...

4 comments:

Wonder Man said...

this is exciting, congrats

KenPaul66 said...

I would so love to go to Salem around, Halloween. Do you recommend it?

Ken Summers said...

Absolutely!!! It's incredible, even just from a scenic aspect, and very gay-friendly. Though traffic can be a bit of a nightmare and around Halloween itself, things can get very crazy. I say go in the weeks before Halloween... and walk whenever possible.

Anonymous said...

I picked up your book through Amazon.ca. Great read. I've been a long time reader and would love to guest post if you'll let me. I was in Ottawa about two weeks after you were there and took the ghost tour with my husband. Loved it. Even went to the haunted restaurant downtown that was originally the doctor's residence. Wonderful fun.