The Joliet Public Library Author Fair was a hit! Over fifty authors exhibited at the Black Road Branch this past Saturday, including Yours Truly. I shared a table with CWA 2012 Book of the Year Award finalist Patricia McNair who was promoting her new book Temple of Air.

Despite the rain, folks came out in droves to meet and greet and read good books! A wonderful time was had by all! Anyhoo, I have some books left over from the fair, and thought a contest would be in order.

So, here’s the deal…

Submit a short essay, 800 words or less, on what it is you do to express yourself creatively. Do you paint, sing, build birdhouses? Is it your job or a hobby? It doesn’t matter, just tell the class why you do it, and how it channels your creative juices.

Each essay will be judged by moi for originality, composition, and overall hoyven glaven. The winning entries will be posted on the blog, featured on the Unlikely Arts website, AND each winner will receive a signed copy of The Good Thief.

Limit one entry per person. All entries must be received by November 1st, 2012. Winners will be announced by November 12th. Send your entry along with your name and shipping information to: rvall@unlikelyarts.com. Put “Essay Contest” in the subject line.

Prizes

1st Place – Hardcover copy

2nd Place – Paperback copy

3rd Place – Bookstub redeemable for an eBook copy