This is a time for authors to mingle with librarians and to showcase their published books. Promotional material will be very important as well. The committee suggests each author bring 10-15 books to sell.
Each author must complete a submission form and send it on to the state. From there, an ILA representative will extend an invitation to the authors of their choice. I do not know how they will determine who will be invited to attend, but the invitation is open to all Illinois authors at this time. Authors will not have to attend the entire convention. Each may designate one day of preference.
As an Illinois author, stop by your local library and ask to be nominated. A simple form must be filled out and sent to the state. Follow this link to the submission form.
www.ila.org/conference-and-events/illinois-authors-showcase
The theme this year is "Kickstarting Connections, Creativity & Community!"
Maybe this event will help kickstart your career as a writer.
Good Luck!
Til next time ~
DL Larson
www.DLLARSON.com
Great heads-up, DL. Thanks for sharing this. I'll actually be in Springfield at the Convention Center the week before for the IL Reading Conference. I love it there!
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ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by Deb!