Writing Workshop at Fox River Valley Library
This is an event for teen writers who want to talk about the writing process and doing a writing activity about the importance of point of view in a story. Register here: https://www.frvpld.info/creative-writing-workshop-ya-author-kim-oclon?fbclid=IwAR3ufRV3WA4Jh-DPPADpnR6UzpttvDXTR-A3xzQ_8Sk11u9OS5yRtba9c20
Facebook Live- THE WAR ON ALL FRONTS Preview
Doing an event via Facebook worked out better than I thought when I had to change my plans for the launch of my debut young adult novel in the spring of 2020. It was fun and so much more interactive than I thought. I'll talk about the music in THE WAR ON ALL FRONTS and […]
Book Launch #1 at The Book Cellar
The Book Cellar 4736 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL, United StatesThe Book Cellar will host my first in person launch event! It is an amazing bookstore in Lincoln Square. Come hear more about the inspiration behind THE WAR ON ALL FRONTS, some interesting research finds, and an excerpt from the book. Books will be available to purchase and can be signed!
Guest on Madison BookBeat
I'll join Madison historian, Stu Levitan to talk Madison, history, and a book called THE WAR ON ALL FRONTS. You can tune in anywhere by listening online. The interview will also be available on the website after it airs. Listen live on WORT 89.9 fm if you're in the Madison area.
A Discussion with Me Hosted by PFLAG- Grayslake/Round Lake
My pals in PFLAG are hosting a virtual event featuring ME!Not only will I discuss THE WAR ON ALL FRONTS, but the (positive) changes I've been seen in the publishing industry over the last five years or so.
Book Launch #2 Barnes and Noble Algonquin
Barnes and Noble Algonquin 1802 S Randall, Algonquin, IL, United StatesI decided to write a young historical fiction adult novel set in 1967. Find out where the idea came from, how I started researching, and hear an excerpt from the book. Books will be available to purchase and I can sign it if you'd like!
Book Signing at This Old Book in Grayslake
This Old Book 138 Center Street, Grayslake, IL, United StatesStroll through the farmers market and stop by This Old Book. I'll be outside with copies of THE WAR ON ALL FRONTS and MAN UP.
Book Signing at Barnes and Noble in Skokie!
Barnes and Noble Skokie Village Crossing Shopping Center 5405 W Touhy Ave, Skokie, IllinoisI'll be signing books at the Barnes and Noble in Skokie from 2-5. Stop by to browse the store, pick up a bookmark, chat with me, and pick up a copy of THE WAR ON ALL FRONTS!!
Books at the Bakery
Uprising Bakery 2104 Algonquin Road, Lake in the Hills, United StatesFour local authors (including me!) will be at Uprising Bakery selling their books. Come in for a pastry, coffee, and a book.