Dalton Poets to Read Texas Poetry
November 12, 2008
Please join us at Barnes & Noble Sunset Valley on Sunday, November 23 at 4pm for a reading series, entitled “Texas Poets Reading Texas Poetry,” hosted by the Borderlands: Texas Poetry Review. Our own award-winning poet Ric Williams (the secret book of god) and long-time Austin poet W. Joe Hoppe (Galvanized) will be featured among a brilliant stable of Texas poets at this one-time event. Other poets on the bill include: Bob Ayres, Ken Fontenot, Ralph Hausser, David Meischen, Scott Wiggerman, Nancy Fierstien, Zara Houshmand, Cindy Huyser, Marcelle Kasprowicz, Judy Jensen, Christa Pandey, and Deb Akers.
What: Texas Poets Reading Texas Poetry
Where: Barnes & Noble Sunset Valley (5601 Brodie Lane)
When: Sunday, November 23 at 4pm
Many Upcoming Events Slated for Kimberlie Dykeman
November 5, 2008
Renowned lifestyle coach, motivational speaker, and author Kimberlie Dykeman is a very busy woman! The author of the highly praised book, Pure Soapbox, will be hitting the road over the next few weeks promoting her book, meeting with readers, and offering her own special brand of inspiration.
November 8, 3pm
Book signing at Hastings Entertainment in Round Rock, TX (2200 IH-35 South)
November 10, 9:25am CST
Interview on Cecil Forte’s Blog Talk Radio program, “Who You Calling Old?!”
November 11, 2008
3rd shoot for ShelfLife.tv at AMS Studios in Austin, TX
November 12, 11:30am-1pm
Speaker at the American Women in Radio & Television Austin chapter “Assisting Success” Luncheon at the Austin Women’s Club
November 12, 9:05pm CST
Interview on Blog Talk Radio, “A Cognizant Life Radio Show” with host Mynde Mayfield
Joe O’Connell and Owen Egerton Represent The Dalton Gang at Texas Book Fest ‘08
October 27, 2008
Two very special Dalton authors, Joe M. O’Connell and Owen Egerton, will take part in the festivities of Texas Book Festival 2008! Beginning this Saturday, November 1, with events scheduled throughout the weekend, the Texas Book Festival is a celebration and exhibition of the best published works the Lone Star State has to offer.
Joe O’Connell will be on-site as he is a finalist for the Writers’ League of Texas Violet Crown Book Award in Fiction. The WLT will announce this year’s winner in the State Capitol Building at 3pm on Saturday, November 1. O’Connell has earned this honor for his best-selling novel Evacuation Plan. The Violet Crown Award honors outstanding published books written by members of the Writers’ League of Texas. It is presented annually in the following categories: fiction, nonfiction, literary prose & poetry.
Congratulations for this achievement, Joe! We’re still rooting for you!
On Sunday, November 2, Owen Egerton will moderate a panel discussion on adolescence-themed literature entitled “The Worst Years of Your Life: Writing about Adolescence.” This event comes as part of the 2008 Texas Book Festival and is hosted by the Austin Bat Cave (1807 W. 11th St.), where the event will occur. Open and free to the public, the discussion will get underway at 8pm. Owen will guide the evening’s discussion of angst, depression, growing pains, and all other things that makes growing up so hard. The panelists will discuss what makes writing about adolescence such a unique and challenging undertaking.
Owen Egerton Named Best Local Author…Again!
October 27, 2008
We at Dalton Publishing are incredibly proud to announce that one of our own talented authors has once again been named Best Local Author in Austin. For the second year in a row, the readers of the Austin Chronicle have named Owen Egerton the Best Local Author in the Best of Austin Readers Poll, saying his “biting wit and spin on the world make for intelligent humor and foreshadow a long career in the written, spoken, and comedic worlds.” The Dalton Gang couldn’t agree more!
Owen first garnered attention and praise in the 1990s as a part of Austin’s comedy scene, and he is doing the same now as an essential element in Austin’s burgeoning literary landscape. Dalton Publishing recognized his talents as a comedian and his gift for writing early on, and we were delighted to publish his first collection of short stories How Best to Avoid Dying in the summer of 2007. Labeled “one of the funniest guys in Austin” by the Austin American-Statesman, critics and readers alike appreciate this humorist’s “deft touch,” comparing him to the likes of George Saunders and David Foster Wallace. We are proud to see that Owen is enjoying the acclaim and admiration he is so deserving of!
Next month, Owen will participate in the Austin Public Library’s Meet the Author Series at 7pm on Monday, November 17th at the Spicewood Springs Branch of the Austin Public Library. This is a great opportunity to meet Austin’s own Best Local Author and hear him read from his award-winning collection of short stories, How Best to Avoid Dying.
Fresh from Windlass comes Rowan of the Wood
October 15, 2008
Please join us to celebrate the release of Rowan of the Wood, the premiere novel from the newest members of the Dalton Gang, Christine and Ethan Rose. BookPeople (603 N. Lamar) will host a release party this Saturday, October 18 at 3pm. Ghoulish treats, a costume contest (with prizes!), and activities for all ages will make this a fun-filled afternoon for everyone! Christine and Ethan will be on hand to take part in the festivities, sign autographs, and treat us to a reading from their novel.
Rowan of the Wood marks Dalton Publishing’s foray into the world of young adult fiction, emerging as the initial release from the new Windlass line. The first in a planned five-book series, Rowan tells the story of Cullen, a young orphan from California who finds himself caught up in a fantastical world of magic, enchantment, and wonder. Austin Monthly recently hailed Rowan of the Wood as a “great addition to the wizarding world,” featuring it as their “Book-to-Read” for the month of October. Readers young and old alike are sure to enjoy this spellbinding tale that Midwest Book Review has called a “fun and imaginative read.”
The excitement of this wonderful event is something we hope to share with you and your whole family. You don’t want to miss out on the fun!
Who: Christine and Ethan Rose
What: Book release party and signing for Rowan of the Wood, costume contest and fun activities
Where: BookPeople (603 N. Lamar)
When: Saturday, October 18 at 3pm
For more information, please visit www.rowanofthewood.com
