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Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market to host ‘Local Authors Book Tour’

Thursday, August 8, 2024

(Aug. 8, 2024) The Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market this week announced a Local Authors Book Tour, bringing together 14 local authors for a special showcase over several weeks.

The event will run on Saturday, Aug. 31, Saturday, Sept. 14, and Saturday, Sept. 28.

Visitors to the market will have the opportunity to meet and chat with each author, purchase books, and have them signed. Participating authors represent a variety of genres, including children’s fiction, horror, mystery, faith-based works, romance, historical fiction, and poetry.

Market Manager David Bean said each author brings a unique story and perspective to the greater Ocean Pines Community.

“We are thrilled to host this incredible lineup of local authors,” Bean said. “There’s something for everyone, and it’s a perfect opportunity to meet the talent behind these works and discover new favorites.”

Featured authors include:

Aug. 31, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Grace Murdock (Children’s), Katherine Ruskey (Children’s), Shelly Lovelace (Romance), K.L. Montgomery (Mystery/Romance), Robert Nock (Historical Fiction)
Sept. 14, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Jay Veloso Batista (Historical Fantasy & Sci-Fi), Denise Harper (Faith-Based), Aileen Rodrigues Price (Faith-Based), Amber Nicole (Mainstream/Women’s Fiction), Maria Coccodrilli (Children’s)
Sept. 28, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Diana McDonough (Historical/Creative Fiction), Alyssa Hazel (Horror), Danisha Tate (Children’s), Shakira Henderson (Poetry)

Don’t miss the chance to meet local talents such as Maria Coccodrilli, author of “Iccup Has the Hiccups,” a delightful children’s book inspired by her own parenting experiences, and Denise Harper, known for her book “Treasure Inside” and her role as director of the “Morning Show with Denise and Chris” on The Bridge Radio Station.

For more information on the Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market, visit www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/farmers-artisans-market.

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Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market to host ‘Local Authors Book Tour’

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