If you’ve been around, you know that August is my favorite month! First of all, it’s my birthday month! But also, it’s back to school time which, as a kid who lived in the forest with no neighbors, meant seeing all my friends again! Now as an adult, it means getting alone time as our routines get back in place! Hahaha! And in Rutherford County, it means lots of fun literary things happening! Check ‘em out!
Upcoming Events
Saturday, August 1st, 1-4 PM, at Barnes & Noble (2615 Medical Center Pkwy, Murfreesboro): Book Signing with Leslie Lantrip
Come support local author Leslie Lantrip and get a copy of her cozy mystery books! Click above for more info!
Friday, August 7th, 6-8 PM, The Arts Center of Cannon County (1424 John Bragg Hwy, Woodbury): True-ish Stories
Okay, yes, you’ll notice this is CANNON County, but Poetry in the Boro is excited to collab and celebrate the current showing of Big Fish at ACCC (August 7-22, inviting artists to explore the space where memory, imagination, and experience meet with stories that grow richer with time, moments that feel larger than life, and quiet journeys that shape us. Performances of poetry and stories will be mixed in throughout the evening, with the visual artists also having an opportunity to talk about their work in the show. Although we’d love for you to stay the entire time, it’s fine to come and go. Poets and storytellers will include Bran Merritt, Brandy Warren, Charles Thomas, Grant Weingart, Jeanmarie Hill, Nallely Ortega Prater, and more—including yours truly! Click the image for more info!
Friday, August 7th, 6-9 PM, at The Grand Exchange (21 S. Public Sq, Murfreesboro): Writer’s Circle
What’s this? A new writing group in town? Yes yes! Come to one of Murfreesboro’s newest bookstores to meet with other writers! (Note this is 18+ and requires a $5 entry fee!)
Saturday, August 8th, 10 AM, at The Grand Exchange: Book Swap
Bring a gently used book to trade in on the sidewalk!
Sunday, August 9th, 3-5 PM, at Dapper Owl (2412 E Main St, Murfreesboro): Writers Mingle with Mytecia Myles
Connect with other writers in a relaxed setting—and even sit down and write for a bit, if you’re so inspired. Our guest host this month is brand strategist, literary agent, educator, and speaker Mytecia Myles. She’ll be available to chat throughout the event and give a short talk of writerly inspiration at 3:45. Click the image for more details!
Saturday, August 15th, 9 AM-8 PM, at The Grand Exchange: Bookstore Romance Day
To celebrate Bookstore Romance Day, TGE is having all romance books 20% all day long!
Saturday, August 15th, 11 AM-7 PM, at Romance on Board (2231 NW Broad St, Suite A, Murfreesboro): Bookstore Romance Day Celebration
You know Murfreesboro’s dedicated romance bookstore is going to have a big to-do for Bookstore Romance Day! Vendors like White Chapel Co, Brew Velvet, and Buttercream Pop will be there for goodies, and authors like @avalon_griffin, @ashleighloganauthor, @cassidyannauthor, @bellabrandonauthor, @lp_brooks, @sagekafskywrites, @_lindseywrites_, and @authorblairryker will be there with books!
Wednesday, August 26th, 6-8PM, at The Grand Exchange: Book Bedazzling
If you’re over 14, bring your own book (or buy one from the store) and $25 to give your book some bling!
Sunday, August 30th, 6-8 PM, at Dapper Owl: Poetry in the Boro featuring Kenny Rae
It’s our monthly poetry night, with featured poet Kenny Rae and an open mic to showcase local poets of all kinds! Keep your eyes on PitB socials for more info as it unfolds!
Mark your calendars for next month …
As always, check out your local bookstores and libraries to see if I missed any events! And if you have an upcoming event you’d like me to promote (including book launches or publications), send me an email at taffetachimewrites@gmail.com! See you around—and make sure you wish me a happy birthday! ;)
Image courtesy of @blake_a
