Just when you thought I'd never post again -
-fooled you!
I definitely lived out of a suitcase this summer,
but it was well worth it.
JUNE: American Library Association Conference in Las Vegas.
I was a first timer at this conference and only did the exhibit floor for the bargain price of $35. It was amazing. I left with a tub full of ARC's, hard bound and paperback books, and literary posters for my school's library
All free!
The real gem of ALA, besides the freebies, is the chance to celebrate accomplishments with friends.
I had the honor of whooping it up with the wonderful Martina Boone over the upcoming release of her novel COMPULSION.
This novel is going to make you remember why you love disappearing into a story.
I had the thrill of jumping up and down and clapping when I saw Sarah Skilton's books BRUISED and HIGH AND DRY on the Abrams/Amulet Shelf. If you haven't read Sarah's books, it's time to treat yourself.
Hooray for Jessica Love who was there signing her new release PUSH GIRL. It was such a rush seeing the long line waiting to meet her.
I indulged my inner fangirl, okay it's not so inner, over Laini Taylor, Matt DeLa Pena, and Neal Shusterman who added pizazz to the exhibit floor.
Did I mention it was in Las Vegas? Here are Lisa Gail Green, Katharyn Sinelli, and I hitting The Hard Rock Cafe. The Mon Ami Gabi Steakhouse in the Paris Casino and Sprinkles Cupcakes also yummed up the weekend. Someone - (Lisa) even managed to win some impressive jackpots on video poker.
Next up: JULY - Comic Con
Any ALA stories out there to share?
