Meet the Author
I will be signing books at these exclusive locations. My events may include readings from my novels Off-Worlding, Trac Brothers and Trac Brothers II, Tell Me a Story and Driving Crazy, as well as other stories. Come and meet the author!
Upcoming Events for 2026
April 25 and 26 – Saturday 10am to 6pm / Sunday 10am to 4pm – Maple Syrup Festival – Vermontville, MI
Maplewood School
170 Seminary St.
Vermontville
This will be my third year at this historic festival. I opted for a booth the gym at the Maplewood school, so regardless of the weather, you’ll be warm and dry as you peruse my books. I will be joined by Loraine Hudson/Judith Wade.
May 9 – Saturday – 10am to 4pm – Lilac Festival – Defiance, OH
On the Streets of Downtown Defiance
Join me in Defiance, Ohio, for the 21st annual Lilac Festival.
May 16 and 17- Saturday and Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Turkeyville Craft Show – Marshall, MI
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd
Marshall, Michigan
I am returning to Turkeyville in 2026 (my ninth year invited back)! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me. I’m being joined by author Loraine Hudson.
June 20 – Saturday – 9am to 3pm
Strawberry Festival – Coldwater, MI
Downtown Coldwater
20 Division St
This will be year number three at this Coldwater festival. Over 100 vendors gathering in Historic Downtown Coldwater, MI, on Saturday, June 15th. The event will feature strawberries, craft & food vendors, live music, & more! The event is FREE to the public. This year I will be joined by author Loraine Hudson.
August 1 – Saturday – 10am to 5pm
Island Art Fair – Grand Ledge, MI
Fitzgerald Park
133 Fitzgerald Park Dr
Grand Ledge, MI
Always a fantastic event! And new this year, they’ve moved it from the Island. It will be in Fitzgerald Park, which means a lot more room to walk around and shop.
This is my longest tenured event… geez, has it really been 18 years? Wow.
I’ll be joined this year by Loraine Hudson/Judith Wade, G.S. Scott, and Brigette Thornes.
Sept 5, 6 and 7 – Sat 10a-6p / Sun 10a-5p / Mon 8a – 5p – Manton Harvest Festival – Manton, MI
This will be my 8th time in Manton (the home of Mac Trachsel from Trac Brothers!) for their annual festival during the Labor Day 3-day weekend. You’ll find me next to the train tracks on Railroad Ave – how fitting, huh? 🙂 Come up and join me!
September 19 – Saturday – 9am to 3pm
Apple Festival – Coldwater, MI
Downtown Coldwater
20 Division St
Over 100 vendors gathering in Historic Downtown Coldwater, MI. The event will feature apples, craft & food vendors, live music, & more! The event is FREE to the public.
September 19 (I double booked!) and 20 – Saturday and Sunday – 10am to 4pm – Turkeyville Craft Show – Marshall, MI
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Rd
Marshall, Michigan
The last of my 2026 Turkeyville events! Come out and check out all the crafters, and pick up a signed book from me. Someone will be taking my place on Saturday, but I’ll be there Sunday.
October 17- Saturday 9am to 3pm – Holidays in Haslett
Haslett High School
5450 Marsh Rd
Haslett, MI
This will be my sixth time at this huge event. There’s 150+ vendors, so something for everyone. This year, I’m sharing a space with … someone?
October 24 – Saturday 10am to 4pm – Novi Holiday Craft Show – Novi MI
Novi High School
24064 Taft Rd
Novi, MI
I’m giving this one another try this year. This is a huge show, with over 200 juried vendors. I’ll be joined by author Loraine Hudson.
November 21 and 22- Sat 9a to 5p and Sun 10a to 3p – Holiday Expo and Craft Show – Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo County Expo and Fairgrounds
2900 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI
Back for a seventh year! Great holiday shopping with over 300 booths to shop at this massive annual craft show – including li’l ol me! Something for everyone on your list! Admission is free.
More 2026 events coming soon!