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AUTHOR LINEUP LOCKED IN FOR 2ND LAKESHORE BOOK SHOW & AUTHOR SIGNING NOV. 4

Posted on: Monday October 16, 2023

(PEDAL DOWN PROMOTIONS) October 16, 2023 – A diverse array of 28 authors representing a wide variety of genres will participate in the second annual Lakeshore Book Show and Author Signing Presented by Pedal Down Promotions at Sabbatical Brewing Co. in Manitowoc, Wis. on Saturday, Nov. 4.

Set to run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the show will again feature free admission and serve as a showcase for several noted area authors, including Joe Verdegan of Dunbar, Wis., who penned the Amazon No. 1 true crime best seller “The Reformatory – Tales from Green Bay’s Maximum Security Prison” in 2020 and has released six additional books covering the Wisconsin and Upper Michigan auto racing scene.

In addition, Joan Treppa of Blaine, Minn. will make her first appearance at the Lakeshore Book Show and Author Signing with her book on the infamous 1992 Tom Monfil’s Green Bay paper mill murder case titled “Reclaiming Lives: Pursuing Justice for Six Innocent Men.”

The following authors are also scheduled to be on hand with copies of their books for sale during the event.

• Former Fox Valley Lutheran High School Football Coach and Athletic Director Gene Strusz of Appleton, Wis. (athletic leadership and Christian prayer author of “Essays on Coaching Athletes: Advice for Athletic Administrators and Coaches of All Sports” and “Morning Prayers for the Christian School”)
• Angel Mueller of Mishicot, Wis. (inspirational Christian poetry author of “Wheels Up – Grief to Peace”)
• Robert L. Rogler of Kiel, Wis. (medieval fantasy author of “Heart of Light Book One – Madea’s Fate,” “Rendered Soul,” and “Witch’s Valley Book Two – Madea’s Fate”)
• Karen Lueders of Little Chute, Wis. (Christian poetry and essay author of “To God Be The Glory,” “God’s Promise of Salvation” and “Nourishment of the Soul”)
• Barbara Welnetz of Manitowoc, Wis. (fictional biography, mystery, suspense and romance author of “Voices from Tahoe”)
• Karen Meyer of Plymouth, Wis. (author of 14 children’s books, including “Looking Forward to Christmas,” “Charlie and Chubby,” Ferdinand the Frog Prince,” “A Rooster Saw It All,” “A Valentine Heart” and “Teddy the Matchmaker”)
• Ann Graf of Plymouth, Wis. (modern romance author of “Love the Illusion,” “Delusions” and “Final Flame”)
• Andrea Heckner of Janesville, Wis. (crime and suspense novelist and author of “The Farm – Secrets in the Heartland Book 1” and “Dismantling the Farm – Secrets in the Heartland Book 2”)
• Jane Yunker of St. Croix Falls, Wis. (historical romance and suspense novelist and author of “Mary Bishop,” “Alice: The Betrayal,” “Betty: The Rebel” and “Lizzie: The Homecoming”)
• Michele Bohnert of Appleton, Wis. (children’s book author of “Fishing with Grandpa”)
• Randy L. Forsterling of Sheboygan Falls, Wis. (inspirational, self-help author of “Destiny – My Choice to Choose” and “Speak to Me – A Mountain-Moving Inspirational Guide to Conquering Self-Pity”)
• Kendrick Watkins of Milwaukee, Wis. (romance, suspense, inspirational and self-help author of “3Some,” “The Script: The Beginning” and “The Script 2: Beyond”)
• Sara Biren of Manitowoc, Wis. (young adult fiction author of “Bend in the Road,” “Cold Day in the Sun” and “The Last Thing You Said”)
• Michael F. Dilley of Manitowoc, Wis. (military and war history author of “GALAHAD – A History of the 5307^th Composite Unit,” “Elite Warriors: 300 Years of America’s Best Fighting Troops,” “Behind the Lines: A Critical Survey of Special Operations in World War II” and “Rangers, Scouts and Raiders: Origin, Organization and Operations of Selected Special Operations Forces”).
• Lianna Hawkins of Casco, Wis. (historical western romance author of “The Bounty’s Reward,” “The Bounty’s Catch” and “The Bounty’s Betrayal”)
• Tina Susedik of Eau Claire, Wis. (historical western romance and mystery author of “The Balcony Girl,” “The School Marm,” “The Proprietress,” “The Banker’s Wife,” “The Unconventional Blacksmith,” “Missing My Heart,” “Missing Innocence,” “The Photograph of Love” and “Love with a Side of Crazy”)
• Rodney Schroeter of Random Lake, Wis. (comic book writer, biographical essayist, designer and editor of “Misson of Benevolent Greed,” “Human Interest Stuff,” “A Wisconsin Harvest, Vol. II” and The Plymouth Review Current monthly newspaper)
• Mary T. Wagner of Sheboygan, Wis. (humor, inspirational essayist and children’s book author of “When the Shoe Fits: Essays of Love, Life and Second Chances,” “Finnigan the Circus Cat,” “Finnigan the Lost Circus Wagon” and “Finnegan the Lionhearted”)
• Lisa Vihos of Sheboygan, Wis. (historical fiction and poetry author of “The Lone Snake: The Story Sofonisba Anguissola,” “Fan Mail From Some Flounder,” “100 Thousand Poets for Change: 10+ Years of Poetic Activism,” “From Everywhere a Little: A Migration Anthology” and “Van Gogh Dreams”)
• Valerie J. Clarizio of Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (author of 15 steamy romantic suspense, time travel and contemporary romance books, including the Chandler County Series, Nick Spinelli Romance Mystery Series, The Preserver and Protector Series, Standalone Romantic Suspense Books, The Crime and Passion Stalk City Hall Series and “Family Forever”)
• S.C. Mitchell of Sheboygan, Wis. (science fiction fantasy and romance author of several book series, including “Xi Force,” “Destiny,” “Destiny’s Legacy,” “Heavenly Wars,” “Demon Gate Chronicles” and “Amulet of the Fallen God”)
• Beth Stensvold of Sheboygan, Wis. (whimsical and educational children’s book author of “Hunting the Maybee,” “Big Mistake,” “Hippos are Fun,” and “What Would You Do?”)
• R.L. Edinger of Two Rivers, Wis. (mystery and steampunk mystery author of “Journey Into The Knight,” “Lost City of Steam,” “The Cracksman Door,” “Shadows of Nikola Tesla” and “City of Lunara Rise from the Ashes”)
• Melanie James of Two Rivers, Wis. (romance, paranormal romance comedy, paranormal romance and contemporary romance author of over 50 books, including the New York Times best seller “Conjuring Darkness”)
• S.L. Wilton of Birnamwood, Wis. (Arthurian fantasy novelist and author of epic fantasy novel “Queen of Crows’)
• Shelly Small of Manitowoc, Wis. (mystery, suspense and romance author of “Georgia’s Roots Revealed,” “Luna,” “Love Heat and Deceit,” “Broken Souls” and “A New Year’s Wish”)

The books available for purchase during the show will cover a wide range of fiction and non-fiction genres, including military and war history, children’s stories, true crime, young adult fiction, auto racing, youth sports/coaching, romance, Christian/inspirational poetry, military and war history, medieval fantasy, mystery, suspense, historical fiction, self-help and more.

“Last year’s inaugural Lakeshore Book Show and Author Signing was very well received among the participating authors and the book enthusiasts who attended,” Lakeshore Book Show and Author Signing Organizer Jeff Pederson of Pedal Down Promotions said. “We have 16 new authors joining us this year, along with 12 returning authors from last year. The show provides a great opportunity to meet and interact with many area authors, several of whom have written New York Times, USA Today and Amazon best sellers in a wide range of genres. It also provides an excellent opportunity to purchase books for the reader on your holiday gift list no matter what their favorite genre might be.”

The Sabbatical Brewing Co. taproom will be open with drinks available for purchase throughout the event.

In addition, all show attendees will be eligible to win door prizes donated by participating authors and book show organizer Pedal Down Promotions.

Updates on the second annual Lakeshore Book Show and Author Signing can be found on the Lakeshore Book Show and Author Signing Facebook event page, as well as the Pedal Down Promotions Facebook, Twitter and Instagram social media pages.

For more information on the second annual Lakeshore Book Show and Author Signing Presented by Pedal Down Promotions, email pedaldownpromotions@gmail.com, call 920-323-7970 or visit www.pedaldownpromo.com.

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