Valerie J Lewis Coleman

Dayton, OH – June 29, 2024 – Valerie J. Lewis Coleman, a passionate advocate for diversity in children’s literature and a former educator of more than twenty years, hosts the highly anticipated When I See Me™ BIPOC Children’s Book Fair on Saturday, July 27, from 11 AM to 4 PM at the West Branch Library, 300 Abbey Avenue, Dayton, OH 45417. This vibrant event promises to be a delightful and enriching experience for children, parents, teachers, and child advocates. Discover Diverse Stories and Authors Featuring eighteen talented authors, the When I See Me™ BIPOC Children’s Book Fair will showcase books that highlight Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) characters, providing a mirror for children to see themselves in the stories they read. Our goal is to help children avoid the summer slide and foster a lifelong love for reading. Exciting Activities and Giveaways Thanks to our generous sponsors, children will enjoy a variety of exciting giveaways including Chick-Fil-A gift cards, drawstring bags, writing journals, sweet treats, and more! The book fair also offers interactive activities designed to engage and inspire young minds. A complete list of sponsors is available at Bit.ly/2024WISM. A Book in Every Bag We are thrilled to announce that donations to our A Book in Every Bag initiative have exceeded $3,300! This incredible support ensures that every child who attends the fair will leave with a book of their choice from one of our featured authors. Bit.ly/WhenISeeMe Inspiring Panel Discussions Aspiring children’s book authors won’t want to miss our engaging panel discussions! Learn from experts as they share insights, tips, and their personal journeys in writing and publishing children’s books. It’s a golden opportunity to get inspired and gain valuable knowledge from experienced professionals. Join Us for a Day of Fun and Learning The When I See Me™ BIPOC Children’s Book Fair is not just an event—it's a celebration of culture, diversity, and the joy of reading. Bring your family, friends, and students for a day filled with fun, learning, and community spirit. For More Information Visit our website: When I See Me. Support A Book in Every Bag: Donate Here Follow us on Facebook.com/groups/WhenISeeMe for updates and sneak peeks of what’s in store! About the Organizer Valerie J. Lewis Coleman is a passionate advocate for diversity in children’s literature. As the author of the bestselling, award-winning children’s book Oh, The Things I Can Be When I See Me, she is committed to creating spaces where BIPOC voices are amplified and celebrated. About When I See Me™ BIPOC Children’s Book Fair The When I See Me™ BIPOC Children’s Book Fair aims to celebrate and promote diversity in children’s literature by showcasing the work of BIPOC authors and providing a platform for meaningful engagement with young readers and aspiring writers. Through author signings, interactive activities, and panel discussions, the event seeks to inspire a love for reading and writing while fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment among BIPOC children and their communities. WhenISeeMe.com ###

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Frustrated with Publishing Companies That Over Promise and Under Deliver, Three Industry Experts Collaborate to Help Aspiring Authors Maximize Credibility, Visibility and Profitability Intimate Half-Day Workshop for New and Experienced Writers to Learn How to Write Like a Pro, Publish in Excellence and Market Like an Expert Dayton, Ohio February 11, 2020–On Saturday, May 9, 2020, three industry experts will gather at POWER Book Fest’s half-day intensive workshop to show aspiring authors how to write, publish and market bestsellers…the right way. The workshops run 12:30 PM to 5:00 PM at Montgomery County Fairgrounds Event Center, 645 Infirmary Road Dayton, OH 45417. For writers who are frustrated with writer’s block, overwhelmed with publishing and confused about marketing, registration is open at PowerBookFest.com. (https://penofthewriter.com/product/self-publishing-made-easy-at-power-book-fest/) Valerie J. Lewis Coleman, author, speaker and POWER Book Fest founder, says, “According to Publisher’s Weekly, the number of self-published titles in 2018 jumped to 1.68 million, a 40% increase from the previous year. For sustainable success, authors have to be invested in not only creating literary masterpieces, but building interest, followings and communities for their books.” Coleman, who mentors clients to produce content and marketing copy that helps readers self-identify, continues, “Despite the explosion of self-published books, most authors do not reap benefits like national exposure, media attention and book sales. Two contributing factors to dismal results: producing a poor-quality book and an ineffective marketing plan. If readers cannot connect with an author’s message, they will not see value in the book and will not invest in it.” Joining Coleman is Tenita C. Johnson, writing expert and CEO of So It Is Written, and Whitney L. Barkley, content marketing strategist at Speakerazzi. Workshop topics include: ● How to get your bestseller out of your head and onto paper ● What is editing and why you cannot avoid it ● Proven, repeatable strategies to save you thousands of dollars at every step of the publishing process ● How to market your book before, during and after your launch ● Q&A session with a panel of experts POWER Book Fest is May 9, 2020 in Dayton, OH at Montgomery County Fairgrounds Event Center. Registration for the workshop ends May 1, 2020 or when 25 serious writers register, whichever comes first. For more information, contact Valerie J. Lewis Coleman at info@penofthewriter.com or the official website PowerBookFest.com. (https://penofthewriter.com/product/self-publishing-made-easy-at-power-book-fest/). Stay connected by liking the Facebook page: POWERBookFest (www.facebook.com/powerbookfest) About Valerie J. Lewis Coleman Best-selling author and award-winning publisher, Valerie J. Lewis Coleman serves professional speakers and experts to magnify and monetize their message by publishing quality books. With over fifteen years of experience in the book business and 134 published authors under her belt, Valerie helps aspiring authors navigate the mysterious labyrinth of self-publishing to leverage their expertise and make money. Connect with Valerie at PenOfTheWriter.com. About Whitney L. Barkley Whitney L. Barkley is a content marketing strategist at Speakerazzi. For more than a decade, she has worked with authors, speakers and organizations to leverage storytelling through repurposed and original content. She hosts the self-help podcast, Pink Lemonade Podcast, which has more than 37,000 downloads spanning 50+ countries. Connect with Whitney at Speakerazzi.com. About Tenita C. Johnson Editorial guru and authorpreneur, Tenita C. Johnson, perfects manuscripts. As the founder and CEO of So It Is Written, she is known as a human spell check, noun nerd and grammar police. She proudly wears the badge of honor to correct and serve. Dubbed the editor’s editor, Tenita hosts the annual Red Ink Conference to empower aspiring authors to write from the editor’s perspective thus saving time and money. Connect with Tenita at SoItIsWritten.net. Source: Number of Self-Published Titles Jumped 40% in 2018, Publisher’s Weekly # # #