Back when I was at BEA in May I was invited to the Bloomsbury offices by some of the amazing people that work there. While we were there we were given Heir of Fire and an awesome tote bag with the names of characters from the series, and Sarah was actual in attendance. Unfortunately I hadn’t been bit by the Throne of Glass bug yet so I missed my chance to meet her and have my book signed. Fast forward a few months to me a now obsessed fangirl of the series kicking herself for missing her chance to gush to the author about her books. And then something amazing happened, this was released.
And then something even more amazing happened…I was asked to moderate the signing! Cue major panic moment!
I am not a public speaker. I barely got by in public speaking in college and the thought of doing it makes me want to throw up. But the thought of passing up the chance to actually sit and essentially chat with 2 amazing authors was not something I was willing to give up. So after calming down and talking it over with another blogging friend that encouraged me, I agreed. And I have to say I had a fantastic time. I was terrified, 100% terrified, but it was really fun and Sarah and Annie made it super easy as they were AWESOME! They were funny and entertaining and told such great stories. They were like a 2 woman show up there and I was just around for decoration. It was pretty perfect. Honestly I wish I could tell you what the questions were that I asked and how they were answered, but yup, I was too busy trying not to totally fangirl while listening and remembering what my next question was going to be and how not to spoil anything in any of the books that were being discussed because I was not about to be the person that ruined things. But I can tell you that they talked a little about their writing process, book boyfriends, fitting their characters into the modern world and Disney prince crushes. It was filled with win!
Me, Sarah Maas, and A.C. Gaughen. Photo by Gail
Honestly I had an awesome time and would love to do it again at some point for books/authors I love. It was a great experience and everyone involved made it easy on me. Plus I finally was able to tell Sarah how awesome she is and have her sign all my books (I had met Annie previously and already told her how great she is!) You guys all made my night and I thank you for that. Thanks Bloomsbury for allowing me to do something I never thought I could do and for making it easy on me. You are all the best.
photo by me
Now, go out there and read all the BOOKS!
*tour schedule photo by Bloomsbury
**gif found on Google images and is not mine.
Congrats on such a wonderful opportunity! I’m so happy for you, Andi! 🙂 I love the outfit you wore, too.
xo Always, Abby
Congratulations! I’d never have had the courage, but I’m so glad you enjoyed yourself!
HOORAY! I’m so glad you were able to moderate Sarah’s event in your town, and to hang out with both these awesome authors. I’m sure you did a fabulous job, and I wish I could have seen it in person!
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