Category: Events

  • A peek into 2026

    This year will mark a new chapter for Vanessa Thurgood Books. My first series will be complete, secret projects will be revealed, and I will be attending a few conferences. Here’s a quick glimpse at what’s going to happen this year. I know this list may seem fairly short, but don’t worry. I still have…

  • AuthorPalooza Recap

    Do you know how many local authors live around you? I would suspect that you would be surprised. At least, I was when I attended the Idaho Falls Public Library Authorpalooza as a panelist on June 14. The event targeted aspiring and established writers seeking guidance from experienced professionals.  The topics covered were:  There were three different…

  • Stefanie Chu Interview

    What is your favorite snack to eat while reading? Grilled Edamame What is your favorite pastime? Playing PC Games What genre do you primarily write? New Adult Speculative Fantasy When do you write? Mornings Do you consider yourself a Plotter or a Panster? Plotter What is your writing routine?  I’m at the coffee shop by…

  • Kayslee Decker Interview

    What is your favorite snack to eat while reading? My favorite food is Nutella (I used to eat it by the spoonful lol), but I usually go for pretzels and hummus while reading.  What is your favorite pastime? Thinking about Everlark (Katniss and Peeta from the Hunger Games series) or any of my other OTPs,…

  • Sara Wright Interview

    What is your favorite snack to eat while reading? I don’t usually eat anything when reading.  What is your favorite pastime? You mean besides reading books? 😅 I like to go for small hikes in the mountains. Trees have always made me happy.  Do you have a secret talent? I’m not sure it’s a secret,…

  • Tyler Tarter Interview

    What is your favorite snack to eat while reading? Chex Mix, but I’m not picky What is your favorite pastime? Playing Warhammer 40k  Do you have a secret talent? Painting miniatures What are your favorite books to read? The Expeditionary Force series What authors inspire you? Craig Alanson, Dan Abbnett, Dan Wells What genre do…