FAYETTEVILLE
JOIN US LIVE
Self-Publishing and Marketing Made Simple!
October 10, 2026
Downtown Fayetteville, N.C.: Location will be emailed following registration.
You’ve written your children’s book, now what?!
Join us on October 10 at 10 a.m. Come prepared to gain the skills and resources to successfully self-publish and promote your book with strategies that align with your vision. This is a space to create opportunities that extend beyond book sales and connect you with your book people!
What to expect:
Light Breakfast: Pastries, coffee, and tea
Networking opportunities with fellow authors and illustrators
Practical and applicable strategies for publishing and marketing success
Pitch development practice
Hotseat Coaching
Author headshots
and More!
Location will be emailed following registration.
This project is supported by a Grant from the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County and, in part, by contributions from the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and other community partners.
News and Events
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Book Scoot 2025
PAST EVENT
Book Scoot 2025 was full of heart, sunshine, and stories in the making! I had such a awesome time posted up in the courtyard of That’s Novel Books, connecting with folks who truly believe in the power of children’s literature.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello, support my work, or snag a copy of The Creative Composition Guide to Self-Publishing and Marketing Children’s Books. I’m cheering for the new authors who took that step—and I can’t wait to witness the stories you’ll bring into the world.
Thank you @soirees_entertainment for curating this special event.
Here’s to more moments that connect us through art, culture, and creativity. If we met for the first time at Book Scoot, I hope it won’t be the last!
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We won the Literary Titan Gold Book Award
I’m grateful to share that The Creative Composition Guide has been awarded the Literary Titan Gold Book Award!
To everyone who has purchased a copy, left a review, shared the book with someone they care about, or cheered me on—thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your encouragement has helped to illuminate my journey - I’m deeply grateful to the Literary Titan Editorial Team for their 5-star review and the chance to share more about my creative path through my author interview.
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Self -Publishing Made Simple
A Hands-On Virtual Work Session for New and Aspiring Authors!
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CLT Bookpalooza!
PAST EVENT
Presented by @booksonthehouse and hosted by @urbandistrictmarket
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Featured on WBTV’s QC Life — Sharing The Creative Composition Guide with Charlotte
I recently had the honor of being featured on WBTV’s QC Life, where I spoke about The Creative Composition Guide to Self-Publishing and Marketing Children’s Books. Charlotte is home to so many talented artists and authors, and I’m grateful to be part of a creative community that believes every child deserves to see themselves reflected in stories.
During the segment, we talked about why diverse children’s books matter, how authors can publish with confidence, and the intentional ways we can uplift voices that have historically been overlooked. I hope that this guide continues to serve writers, educators, parents, and emerging storytellers who are ready to share meaningful books with young readers.
REVIEWS
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Keylonda Wheeler
"Bre'Anna Weatherford offers a fabulous blueprint for aspiring authors!"
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@TheAmazingcorner
"I met with Bee to learn more about her illustration process and pricing. She was kind, professional, and open. Check her out if you are exploring illustrators."
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Mari Chula
"Bre'Anna Weatherford, you are heaven-sent; you answered ALL of my questions ❤️ thank you soooo much!"
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Sean Smith
Ні Вее,
Thank you very much for spending some time with me. It was a pleasure to speak to you. You gave me much to consider and work on. You also provided me with feedback that helped to increase confidence in my story both personally and as an author. I look forward to the next part of my journey! I can't wait to read your book.
I wish you success in all your endeavors.
Sincerely.
Sean
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@CulturedReadsPub
"Thank you for choosing to work with us, Bee! Brooklyn loved the cover art! After working with 4 other illustrators, none of them captured the details like you!"
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Osunfemi Wanbi Njeri
"I thoroughly enjoyed every step of my journey working with Bee! She interpreted my words & vision for the illustrations far better than I ever could.
I am very excited to create more together!"
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Red Fox Lit. Agency
"A wonderful illustrator [with] much to add to the picture book world."
