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Libraries can be so much more than a building where people check out books.
They can be centers for learning of all kinds as well as places for community
growth. Thanks to the dedication and creativity of many staff members, the
Headquarters Library is an incredible
addition to the city, hosting cultural and
educational events year round.
One of the many programs that the
library offers is a Local Author Showcase.
The library invites local authors and
citizens to come together to learn from
each other at this entertaining and
engaging event. The next Local Author
Showcase is set for June 26.
The Showcase has been happening
for years, and according to Erika Earp,
the Information Services Manager at
the Headquarters Library, it has grown
over time.
"Last year we had 40 authors
participate." she said. Despite this
success, there are some challenges
in organizing this event. "My biggest
challenge has been finding enough staff
members to volunteer to help out, which,
really, is not a bad challenge to have,"
Earp explains.
For those who have never been to
a past Local Author Showcase, Earp
advises, "Expect a wide variety of books. Also expect authors who are really
happy to talk to people about what they do and what their experiences have
been with getting books published."
This event does double duty in supporting the growth of the community,
which is a primary focus of the event.
"It's important to support the community and the people who live here.
Coming to the showcase and talking to the authors is a good way to support
them, even if you don't buy one of their books," she explains.
It provides aspiring authors and amateur writers with an opportunity to meet
and seek advice from published authors and
it provides a platform for local authors to
share their works with a wider audience.
Additionally, for people who have read and
enjoyed the works of these authors, they
have the opportunity to talk to the writers.
"I think it gives people an understanding of
where the authors were coming from when
they wrote their works," Earp said
It may seem intimidating to meet a
successful published author, but it is
important to remember that these are local
people excited to share their ideas and
success with the community. According to
Earp there is absolutely no reason to be
nervous about meeting and talking with
these local treasures, in fact it is her favorite
part of the event.
"I really like meeting all the different
authors. They're all very nice and fun to talk
to," she says.
The Local Author Showcase is on June
26 at 7 p.m. at the Headquarters Library.
The Headquarters Library is located at 300
Maiden Lane. Books are for sale and Earp
reminds attendees that, "If you plan on buying books, please bring cash; not
everyone will have the ability to accept plastic."
For more information visit www.cumberland.lib.nc.us/ccplsite/
content/author-visits-2015 or call
910-483-7727.
Author Showcase Set for Headquarters Library
by ERINN CRIDER
ERINN CRIDER, Contributing
Writer.COMMENTS? Editor@upand-
comingweekly.com. 910.484.6200.
A participant in a recent Local Author Showcase discusses her work with
an attendee. The upcoming showcase is June 26 at the Headquarters Li-
brary in Downtown Fayetteville.
