GRAND HAVEN, Mich. — The most important ebook festivals in America are on its coasts — New York, Los Angeles and Miami — says the Mike O’Brien, co-owner of The E-book Cellar in Grand Haven.
Why not the coast of Lake Michigan?
“I stated, ‘The heck with it. Third coast is the very best coast. We will do higher than them,” O’Brien stated.
On Saturday, New York Instances bestselling authors and Michigan readers attended the inaugural Third Coast E-book and Writer Competition, hosted by O’Brien’s native enterprise from 11:00am to 4:00pm in downtown Grand Haven.
“We anticipated a sure share of individuals in Grand Haven to indicate up,” stated O’Brien, a lifelong reader. “However I believe everybody in West Michigan is exhibiting up. It has been great.”
Almost 200 authors participated in ebook signings and books gross sales, which had been aplenty. Twelve authors offered out inside two hours, O’Brien informed FOX 17. A primary-time writer offered 50 copies in half that point, operating out of her provide, too.
“That is a ebook a minute. It is insane,” O’Brien stated.
In its inaugural yr, competition continues to be on the primary web page of its story, although patrons of The E-book Cellar say such a excessive turnout speaks to the character of its hosts.
“[The O’Briens’] enthusiasm and pleasure to convey pleasure to individuals by means of their studying and thru their experiences is simply coming by means of,” stated Elizabeth Brownell, a instructor and reader.
A VIP occasion concluded the Third Coast Writer and E-book Competition. From 7:00pm to 10:00pm, attendees might pay $50 to fulfill with authors whereas partaking in meals, drink and a silent public sale. Proceeds benefited Bluebird Most cancers Retreats.
“Every thing in my life is about studying,” O’Brien stated. “My coronary heart’s singing, as a result of there are such a lot of little youngsters on the town which might be studying, and oldsters, too. It is all about simply getting everyone out and about and having fun with the group.”
