Wagadu

February Recap

February was a busy and rewarding month. It began with a visit to Towns Elementary in Atlanta, GA. I met with the 5th graders where I discussed my writing, African history and gave them hints on writing fiction. Later I met with their advanced readers book club. The book club was reading Meji with their teachers and had asked if I would come speak to them, which I gladlydid. It was a great time. The kids had good questions and illustrations from scenes in the book. I also sold a few books to the teachers.

Later that month I had a book signing at my favorite bookstore, Nubian Books at Southlake Mall. I love working with Marcus, the owner of Nubian. He’s a very supportive brother and goes out of his way to help local writers succeed. His information and support was very instrumental to getting Meji off the ground and he continues to support my efforts by letting me sign books when the schedule permits.

I ended the month with a reading and signing at The Grounds Coffeehouse. It went very well; I got to fellowship with some BSFS members and won a few new readers for Sword and Soul. Saira, the owner, was pleased with the results and has asked me to come again. I can’t wait.

Progess was made creatively as well. My story ‘Bigger’ was accepted for the Black Faery anthology under development by a fellow BSFSer, Purple Zoe. I also have a story under consideration for another anthology, but I won’t say which one unless it’s accepted. Last but not least Chase Conley finally completed my Sadatina commission.  I also recieved the painted version of Shange from Kris Mosby.

Young Sadatina by Chase Conley