In my excitement to avoid any wardrobe malfunctions while appearing on the Today Show, I completely overlooked the fact that I had a reading scheduled at Barnes and Noble later that evening at 7 PM. We arrived at 6:45, and to my surprise, the venue was entirely vacant. Yes, completely empty.
Looking out at 6:55, I spotted exactly two attendees—an elderly couple in their eighties who had no clue who I was and were merely seeking a quiet corner to relax. Not exactly the audience I had anticipated!
Luckily, a few more folks trickled in, sparing me from the awkwardness of reading solely to those who weren’t even my relatives. However, addressing a vast room with a mere ten people was an eye-opening experience, one I hope never to repeat. So, if I’m in your area, please come out to see me—I’ll make sure to promote it better next time!
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In summary, while my book tour didn’t go as planned, it certainly provided a lesson in preparation and the importance of promotion. I look forward to connecting with more readers in the future!