Last Saturday was my final scheduled book signing for the launch of my debut YA novel, Cinderella’s Dress. I guess this means I can officially say my book has been launched. *throws confetti*

So today, I thought I’d post some of the photos taken along the way. A book launch can be a bit of a whirlwind and now that my feet are back on the ground I can take the time to reflect and enjoy the experience. I met a lot of interesting people along the way and have added a number of new friends to my social media accounts so we can stay in touch.

From my book launch party, to Phoenix Comicon, to ALA in Las Vegas, and to bookstore signings, here are some highlights:

 Book Launch Party at Changing Hands Bookstore

I gave a little talk (thank you Toastmasters!) and answered questions.

Look, I’m in the program for Phoenix Comicon 2014 (along with a few famous faces)!

Look at these decorations. I didn’t even notice until now, but the garland
is made up of paper dolls and dresses!

  ALA was so much fun–both as a reader and as an author. This was my book signing on Saturday. My editor from Entangled Teen, Stacy Abrams, was there with me. It was great to meet her in person.

I waited about an hour and a half to have Doug Shannon of EvenToons.com draw my caricature.
So worth it.

Otter Books is this fabulous bookstore in Nelson, BC. Cute sign, eh?

View from my signing table on a hot afternoon.

Final event: SF/F Day at Metro Center Barnes & Noble in Phoenix. What a great way to end my summer tour. Dallas Parke (who took this photo) even convinced me to dress up.

 My table buddy was Solitaire Parke. His dragon book was flying out the door.

 Here I am making friends with YA authors Tera Lynn Childs and Aprilynne Pike.
Funny, but I’m Shonna Lynn Slayton.

I met this cosplay artist in the parking lot and had to get my picture taken with her. Her costume was amazing; she made it herself–Gamora from Guardians of the Galaxy.

 And, my final photo has to by the Stormtrooper posing with my book.
These guys cracked me up.