Brush Strokes & Ballpoints: Celebrating Local Authors & Artists

Cover draft for 100 Things to Do in Daytona Beach Before Your Die
Cover draft for 100 Things to Do in Daytona Beach Before Your DieJoin me at Halifax Historical Society for the release of my latest book 100 Things to Do in Daytona Beach Before You Die. I will be participating in their Brush Strokes & Ballpoints exhibit which will be celebrating local authors and artists.
We’ll discuss some of the lesser as well as well known “must visit” locations in and around Daytona Beach. Bring your own ideas to share with the group.
The cover art shown here is the working draft. I will have finalized cover art to share soon.
Admission is free for museum members and for future members, is included with the regular admission price of $10 per adult.
Signed books will be available for purchase at the event.
The book is being published by Reedy Press, out of St. Louis, and will be available through the publisher. You will also be able to purchase direct from me or at your favorite bookstore. The big websites will have copies for sale also.

Book Signing at Books a Million

Book Signing at the Merritt Island Books a Million August 2, 2025

Join me on Saturday, August 2 from noon until 3pm at the Books a Million in Merritt Island for a book signing of my new release Florida Scoundrels published by Arcadia Publishing.

If you can’t make it, you can order through AMAZON or from ARCADIA . Use my Arcadia discount link and save 15% on your purchase.

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History Authors Round Table at the Ormond Beach Historical Society

History Authors Round Table Saturday, October 21 at 10am at the Ormond Beach Historical Society

Please join me on Saturday, October 21, 2023, as I join three other local authors at the Ormond Beach Historical Society, History Authors Round Table.

Each of us will have a few minutes to discuss our books, then we will be available to answer questions. Books will be available for purchase.

Make your plans now to attend. We start at 10am.

Anderson-Price Building                                                                                                                                                                42 N. Beach Street                                                                                                                                                                          Ormond Beach

Art with Heart Gallery and Food Drive

Art with Heart Gallery and Food Drive
Saturday February 11th
Hopkins Hall in Lake Helen, FL, from noon until 4pm. For entry to view & shop the artists gallery, bring a donation (food or monetary) to benefit Outside the Gates food pantry. Refreshments provided while you support our local food bank and support local artists.
Artists include a wide range from visual artists, writers, poets, performers, and musicians. Pick up Valentine’s Day gifts while supporting a worthwhile community partner.
This event is hosted by the Lake Helen League for Better Living.

History Talks at Halifax Historical Museum

New Smyrna Beach Postcard History
New Smyrna Beach Postcard History
New Smyrna Beach Postcard history published by Arcadia Publishing

Join us on September 3rd at 10:30 am for our new “History Talks” speakers’ program with Robert Redd. Enjoy coffee and donuts provided by Krispy Kreme donuts on International Speedway Blvd, as Robert discusses his book on New Smyrna Beach postcards. There will be an assortment of books for sale. Robert Redd is the former Director of the New Smyrna Museum of History, a graduate of Stetson University and American Public University, and serves as the County of Volusia Cultural Coordinator.

This event is free for Members. Non-members are $10.00.

All of Robert’s books will be available for purchase.

This event is sponsored by Krispy Kreme Donuts and Arcadia Publishing.

Enterprise Author Showcase

Enterprise Preservation Society

Join me and many other Central Florida authors on Saturday, September 10 from 6p-8p for the Enterprise Author Showcase at the Enterprise Preservation Society. The event is free and authors will be selling their books. Stop in and get your signed books by Florida based authors! DId I mention beer, wine, and party foods will be available.

The event will take place in the lovingly restored 1936 school house. The museum volunteers can tell you amazing stories about the renovation process. It continues to be a true labor of love.

Some of the other authors scheduled to attend include Robin Mimna, Rick Kilby, Larry French, and more. The list of authors appearing is subject to change. Please contact Enterprise Preservation Society for the most current details.

Barrel of Books and Games

Barrel of Books and Games

I will be signing books at Mount Dora’s incredible independent bookstore Barrel of Books and Games on Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 1p-3p. I hope to see you there! Support your local businesses. Shop local.

From their website:

From 1941 to 1969 it was the city’s police and fire station, but, since 2013, 128 West 4th Avenue has been home to Barrel of Books and Games. Our independent bookstore in the heart of downtown Mount Dora sells new and used books for all ages in addition to board games, collectibles, and puzzles.

We first opened the store on West 5th Avenue in September 2011, so, to celebrate our 10-year anniversary, we have revamped our online store and curated a collection of popular books, games and puzzles you can have shipped to any location in the United States or, for locals, quickly brought to you via curbside pickup or local delivery.

HistoryCon at Museum of Arts and Sciences

2 Civil War Books

Authors Robert Redd and Bob Grenier will be attending the inaugural summer edition of HistoryCon at the Museum of Arts and Sciences in Daytona Beach. Bob and Robert will both have copies of their books available for purchase. Both authors are proudly published by Arcadia Publishing.

For more details visit HistoryCon on the web.

Admission to HistoryCon is included with museum admission.

HistoryCon

July 30, 2022 10am-3pm

Museum of Arts and Sciences

353 S. Nova Road

Daytona Beach, FL 32114