Signing Events.

[Rane Longfox]

I would really love to go to WorldCon. Unfortunately, I'll be in Norway

 

[rune]

I'll not be able to make it to your book signing, but do hope you have good events and have fun

 

[Mark Robson]

Thanks, Cal. Thanks, Rune.

I never did hear from your school, Cal. Sadly, I will be charging for visits from now on. I only have 4 weeks left in work before I have to earn a living from my writing, so I won't be able to do it for free any more. However, if you PM me the address of your school, (and preferably the name of your librarian) I'll send them my talks literature.

 

[Rane Longfox]

Yeah, I know. The idea seemed to peter out, which is a great shame

 

[Mark Robson]

Yeah, I know. The idea seemed to peter out, which is a great shame

Well it wouldn't hurt to try to resurrect it. I've got a letter that I'm pumping out into schools with a photo, a resume of possible talks, and a picture of the new front cover of Forging of the Sword on it. It looks pretty swish, so if you want me to send one to your Librarian, I'd be happy to do so.

 

[Rane Longfox]

Ok


I have, unfortunately, now left the school, having finished my A-level exams. But I shall try and find the adress and name of the librarian and pm you

 

[Mark Robson]

I have, unfortunately, now left the school, having finished my A-level exams. But I shall try and find the adress and name of the librarian and pm you

What do you mean "unfortunately"? I was dancing with joy when my A-levels were over. I certainly did not look back when I left my school for the last time. It wasn't that I hated my school - far from it. I just hated exams.

Thanks, though. I appreciate any contact details for schools.

 

[Rane Longfox]

I'm very happy about it. But it means you won't have the considerable honour of meeting me


I'm still trying the find that address. Bizarrely, I can't find it anywhere

 

[Mark Robson]

I'm very happy about it. But it means you won't have the considerable honour of meeting me


I'm still trying the find that address. Bizarrely, I can't find it anywhere

An honour it would have been, Cal.

A note for future confirmed events. Aside from Worldcon I have also confirmed signing dates of:

Northampton WH Smith - 11th, 12th and 13th August 2005 - 9.30am - 5pm each day.

Cribbs Causeway WH Smith - 24th, 25th and 26th August 2005 - 10am - 5pm each day.

Hope to meet anyone who's in town.

 

[Mark Robson]

Two more days to go in Northampton and the manager decided today to make it all the more attractive: the books are available on 3 for 2 whilst I'm signing. Nice touch.

Naturally I'm selling lots of books, but then I always do.

 

[Balinor]

are you planning any sinings in slough or windsor coz id like to get the new cover books (my old ones are a bit tatty) and it would be cool to meet you in person

 

[Mark Robson]

are you planning any sinings in slough or windsor coz id like to get the new cover books (my old ones are a bit tatty) and it would be cool to meet you in person

I think it's safe to say that you will see me signing in Ottakars at both of those locations before Christmas. Keep an eye on this thread for dates a little later in the year.

 

[Mark Robson]

List of upcoming events as it currently stands:

October 21 & 22 - Ottakars, Witney (Oxfordshire) 10am - 5pm
October 24 - The Bookshop, Abingdon - 10am - 5pm
October 28 & 29 - WH Smith, Cheltenham - 10am - 5pm

November 10-12 - WH Smith, Bedford - 10am - 5pm
November 24 & 26 - Ottakars, Burton on Trent - 10am - 5pm (Thursday hours may vary)
November 25 - WH Smith, Marlow - 10am - 5pm
November 30 - WH Smith, Northampton, 10am - 5pm

December 1-3 - WH Smith Northampton - 10am - 5pm
December 7-9 - WH Smith Cribbs Causeway 10am - 5pm
December 10 - Ottakars, Coventry - 10am - 5pm
December 15 - Ottakars, High Wycombe - 10am - 5pm

There are more venues yet to confirm, but this gives you a rough idea of where I'm concentrating my efforts this year.

 

[Balinor]

i might try and come to the marlow one after i finish school

 

[Rane Longfox]

You were in Whitney? Damn, why didn't I see this earlier? My aunt and uncle live in whitney. Gah

 

[Mark Robson]

You were in Whitney? Damn, why didn't I see this earlier? My aunt and uncle live in whitney. Gah

Never mind, Rane, I'll be back there in the New Year - 16 Feb to be precise.

Additional events before Christmas are:

4-5 Nov - WH Smith Brents Cross Shopping Centre (yahoo!)
29 Nov - Ottakars, Slough
14 Dec - Ottakars, Banbury
16 Dec - WH Smith, Didcot

Hope these will suit some here.

 

[Rane Longfox]

Never mind, Rane, I'll be back there in the New Year - 16 Feb to be precise.

When I'll be in australia Ah well, might get to Northampton...

 

[Mark Robson]

Did a short notice couple of days in Brent Cross this week, which was very successful - 280 books gone.

This week I'll be at a literary quiz on Wednesday, as part of the authors' team alongside Caroline Lawrence and a couple of others I've not heard of before. I shall no doubt embarrass myself with my lack of knowledge once more, but not to worry. I'm a bit beyond worrying about making a fool of myself now.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday I'll be in Bedford WH Smith for any who are interested in popping in to say hello.

 

[Winters_Sorrow]

Good luck with the quiz, Mark.
Sadly, I'll not be in the Bedford area, but I'm sure you'll do well

 

[rune]

Good to see you're busy and get the opportunity to market your book Shame there wasnt any Cumbria venue.