Book Signing - Art On The Main, Frankenmuth, Michigan 8/21/10
This art show started off rainy, and then it became humid, and then the sun came out and the crowds really came out in big numbers. I really love the beauty of Frankenmuth and how well a show they put on. I got a chance to talk with lot's of interesting people, plus I may even have a couple of speaking opportunities because of this show. Well done Frankenmuth!
Book Signing - Waterfront Art Festival, Tawas City, Michigan 7/31-8/1/10
The 50th Waterfront Art Festival started off slowly because of some drizzling rain, but I had already set up my tent the night before. The rain only lasted a few hours and then the crowds started to pick up. As some of you may know, this is my home town so I was excited to see some old friends that I haven't seen in a while. I did a bunch of book signings as the crowd grew to bigger and bigger numbers, and it was great to see so many people excited about reading the book with their kids.
Story reading and book signing, Frankenmuth, Michigan 7/23/10
Thanks to the owners of the Harvest Coffee House in Frankenmuth, Michigan for having me come and read one of my stories to all the children who attended their Friday Night movies. The night was mildly muggy, but everyone was in good spirits and I got sign some books and make new friends from the Frankenmuth area. I got to talk to some really great kids who really enjoyed the story!
Lecture & Book Signing - Christian Women's Conference, Frankenmuth, Michigan 7/13/10
The conference was wonderful! It was held in the lower level of Frankenmuth's Zehnder's Restaurant where we had their famous chicken for lunch. Then there was the beautiful songs by Joanne Terrian, from Saginaw, Michigan. We then were inspired by Chris Bassett, a wonderful speaker who shared her testimony of Christ. I enjoyed getting up and talking about the book, but this time I got to talk about my wife Erica, and what a powerful blessing she has been to me, not only in support, but in key elements that helped make the Land of Wordishure come to life. I met a bunch of wonderful new friends and Erica and I can't wait to get back to Frankenmuth!
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The first 3 Songs of Wordishure are now available for download! 7/10/10
Click here to check out the new songs. In A Clankabang Tree is FREE and you can hear samples of the other 2 for .99 each. The final 3 songs for the CD will be available in late August.
Check out the photos from the studio trip (click photo to make larger):
Book Signing - Art on the Beach, Oscoda, Michigan 6/26-27/10
This was the craziest signing yet. When I first arrived it was in a very heavy downpour, in which I had to sent up my newly purchased display tent. When I pulled the tent from the box and tried to set it up, it completey collapsed, breaking about 25% of the support beams! Thank God I was able to get a cheap gazebo-style tent to continue on with the show, although by now I was soaking wet! The rain faded out but would restart periodically. I did meet some wonderful people in Oscoda and had a good time in general. I got to talk to to an aspiring writer and give her some advice on self-publishing.
By the end of the day though, the wind picked up and my gazebo collapsed. Needless to say I had to leave the show an hour early. On Sunday, I headed out to set up again, but another storm came in and I took it as a sign from God to head home. Was this show worth going to? Sure was. I got some drawings completed for the new book and I did get to spend some time meeting the good people in Oscoda, and that is why I do so many public appearances, I love fellowshipping and encouraging other Christians.
Book Signing - Women's Expo in Bridgeport, Michigan 5/22/10
Martin's Chiropractic held their 2nd annual Women's Health Expo on May 22. While women were there learning about their health, I was there with my book to help promote spiritual health. I met lot's of good Christian ladies who purchased the book and were excited to share the stories with their children. Thanks to everyone who came out, even my wife and son came and had fun!
Wordishure readers Amea and Coral (students at Excel Charter Academy) drew me these wonderful pictures!
I was flattered to receive such wonderful illustrations by these future artists, what a blessing! Amea drew the Bugboat (she got a sneak peak at this upcoming story) and Coral drew a flattering picture of me!
Story Telling and Book Signing - Excel Charter Academy in Grand Rapids, Michigan 4/19/10
What a great time I had reading the stories to the kids at this excellent school! The children were well-behaved and attentive as I read, and even got to ask me questions about being an author. I hope that I was able to inspire to use the talents that God blessed them with. I was able to speak with around 300 kids plus their teachers. The children's grade levels ran between Kindergarten through 3rd grade, they even drew me pictures and had stories of their own! This is one place I definitely need to visit again to share more stories, thank you for letting me be part of your school day! Check out the cool photos, click on them to see a larger picture.
Book Signing - Family Christian Store 4/3/10
Christian Family Stores is one of my favorite places to sign books and meet all the wonderful people who show up to meet me. I made a bunch of new friends and a whole bunch of new kids will get to read about the amazing world of Wordishure!
ISBN's purchased for the next 4 books of Wordishure! 4/1/10
Since I decided to write the next four books in the Wordishure series I thought it would be wise to purchase the ISBN numbers ahead of time and that way I would be ready when the next books are completed. I am currently writing "The Silent Knight of Wordishure". It is an illustrated book in full color. It is the perfect add-on to your Wordishure or Christmas children's book collection. The new characters will tickle the kid's funny bone and the message of the bible will touch their hearts!
Story Telling and Book Signing - New Dimensions Church and Children's Ministry 1/17/10
New Dimensions Church in Carrollton, Michigan was kind enough to invite me, my wife Erica, and my son Micah to their Sunday school program on the 17th. What a great time! I got to read two stories to the 37 kids in attendance, do a question and answer session, and I even got to talk to them about Jesus. Our new friend Sonya was very kind and taught the kids a valuable lesson about how we are accountable for the things that we say to others. Check out these awesome pictures and see the fun we had! Thanks again New Dimensions Church, you are truly a blessing to the community! (click on the photo to enlarge).
Book Signing - Birch Run Expo Center 1/9&10/10
What a big place! I got to meet so many new people. I even got a nice email from a girl whose grandmother bought the book on the 9th. I love to hear from my readers!
Tales of Wordishure has earned the Family Friendly Seal from The Old Schoolhouse Magazine!
Thanks to everyone at The Old Schoolhouse Magazine for nominating Tales of Wordishure for their honorable Family Friendly Seal. I was delighted to receive this because it helps people who haven't read the book understand that it's not only fun to read, but educational as well. Reaching kids for Jesus Christ is the reason I wrote the book. He is more than a name, and I wanted to be able to show some characteristics of our God at a level that kids can understand and enjoy...because He is our joy!
Book Signing - Kolb Elementary School 12/19/09
It was great time, and I just want to say thanks to Kayla, my new little friend who was the first one in line to get her book signed!
Book Signing - Family Christian Store 12/18/09
I had a great time and talked with some people who might have me speak at their churches, what a great way to meet lots of new friends!
Book Signing - Willie Thompson Middle School Art Bazaar 12/12/09
Thank you to everyone who not only bought the book, but to those who took time to talk with me and become a new friend. Book signing is wonderful because I meet all sorts of people who have so many different perspectives. I also get a kick out of the kids who watch me draw as I prepare for the next book.
Book Signing - Noah's Cove Christian Store 12/11/09
If you've never been to Noah's Cove Christian store in Birch Run, Michigan, make sure to stop by and say hi to Reno Shores, the store owner. She's a great lady and not only did she let me do a signing, she is now stocking Tales of Wordishure in her Christian Children's Book section!
Book Signing - Arthur Hill Art Bazaar 12/5/09
It sure was great to meet so many people and make new friends here. Thanks to everyone who bought the book and spent time at my table with me. The positive response I get from this book is such a blessing. I know this is my true calling from God.
Wordishure reader Allison Coats (7) makes wonderful drawings of Wordishure characters!
A special thank you to Allison for giving me these fun drawings. Click on the images below to see a larger version.
Wordishure now available at Living Water Bookstore!
If you're close to Bay City, Michigan, stop into the bookstore and say hi to Brian or any of the friendly staff. They are great folks and supporters of Wordishure.
Wordishure now available at the Bible Baptist Bookstore!
Anyone living near Pensacola, Florida can now visit this bookstore to pick up a copy of Wordishure! Thank you Dr. Ruckman! Or visit their website here.
Book Signing - Waldenbooks & Family Christian Stores 11/27/09 & 11/28/09
There was so many people who came to these signings! Thanks to everyone who came to get this special book for the Christian children in their lives. It meant a whole lot to me to not only me you, but to even hear testimonies and praise Jesus Christ the Lord.
Book Signing - Carriage House - Bay City, Michigan 11/21/09
It was great fun meeting all the new people who bought the book at this signing. I hope all the kids are enjoying the adventures, I hope the parents are too!
Wordishure now available at 1st Baptist of Bridgeport!
Thank you Pastor Ouillette for stocking the book in your great store. Anyone in the Bridgeport, Michigan area should stop in a check it out!
Book Signing - Barnes & Noble - Saginaw, Michigan 11/7/09
This signing was at the Barnes & Noble on Tittabawasse Road. My son Micah even decided to help sign some books. I got to meet other other authors. New friendships were made and even friends from Faith Baptist Church showed up to lend their support!
Book Signing - Faith Lutheran Church - Saginaw, Michigan 10/31/09
I had a great time at the Faith Lutheran Bazaar selling and signing my book. I think the funnest part of this whole this is meeting so many great people. Check out my pal Sara and her friends checking out the book!
Book Signing - Mrs. B'zzz Antique Shop - East Tawas, Michigan 10/17/09
Everything went great! It was great to meet and talk with fans of Wordishure!
