Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF

June 14, 2019 · by John W. Howell · in TGIF · 61 Comments

“Hey what are you two doing?”
“It’s Friday Dad. We are waiting for the UPS guy.”
“Be kind to him.”
“Yes, Dad.”

Friday is here. I know we were all wishing Wednesday was Friday, but it was only a false alarm. The rain here is scheduled to stop for the next three days. That is a good thing. We went through some pretty stiff storms on Sunday, but even with a tornado warning, everything is fine. There is no going into the back yard, though. The landscape architect went back there on Wednesday, and I’m not sure she came out. Her car is gone, so I have to assume the best. We did receive the information that gutters need to be put up before the landscape work begins. Oh, joy another delay.

I’m heading to McKinney, Texas this weekend. There is a book fair there, and I want to meet the reading public. It is a 41/2 hour drive. So I’ll be pretty much out of pocket Friday and Saturday. Please excuse me if I miss a visit or comment. Know I’ll be shaking the bushes and begging folks to buy my books.

I’ll be having dinner with some Texas authors on Friday night, so that will be fun. Big thanks to Jan Sikes for setting it up. I’ll also give you a photo recap of the fair on Sunday.

Todays JohnKu talks about putting yourself out there. I hope you all have a great weekend.

There’s always a time,

To meet and greet your readers. . .

You have to seek it.

Tags: author, books, Circumstances of Childhood, fiction favorites, Friday, His Revenge, JohnKu, My GRL, Our Justice, TGIF, The Contract with Gwen Plano

61 comments

Jill Weatherholt · June 14, 2019 - 4:08 am ·

Have a great time, John. Drive safe!

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Charles Yallowitz · June 14, 2019 - 4:56 am ·

Have a safe trip and enjoy the fair. Looking forward to th photos.

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:27 am ·
  
  Thank you, Charles.
  
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patriciaruthsusan · June 14, 2019 - 5:31 am ·

So you have a fair amount of mud in your yard. Maybe you should double check for the landscape architect. I hope your backyard hasn’t turned to quicksand. I wonder if she survived but went home without her shoes. If you receive a bill from her you’ll know. Have a great weekend, John. 😀 — Suzanne

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:23 am ·
  
  Thank you, Suzanne. You as well. 😊
  
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GP Cox · June 14, 2019 - 5:42 am ·

Go and enjoy yourself, John!

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:22 am ·
  
  Thank you, GP.
  
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roughwighting · June 14, 2019 - 6:17 am ·

A great reminder, John, that we writers need to “put ourselves out there,” I have a difficult time doing that. You inspire me. Hope you have a terrific time. And that you all get to “dry out.”

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:21 am ·
  
  I hope to dry out too, Pamela. Thanks. They are saying rain on Sunday (sigh)
  
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  1. roughwighting · June 14, 2019 - 12:46 pm ·
    
    But better than a drought…. (that’s me, Pollyanna)
    
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    1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:31 pm ·
      
      You are right. Our only problem is the backyard. Full of mud.
      
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    2. roughwighting · June 15, 2019 - 5:28 am ·
      
      Less mud would be best; may the sun shine in soon.
      
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    3. John W. Howell · June 15, 2019 - 6:12 am ·
      
      Thank you, Pamela.
      
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shoreacres · June 14, 2019 - 6:46 am ·

One of my favorite musical duos, the E-Flat Porch Band is from McKinney, and they perform locally a good bit. Unfortunately, they’re not going to be around while you’re in town, but you’ll have plenty on your agenda anyway. Have fun!

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:21 am ·
  
  Thank you, Linda. Yeah, dinner tonight and then 9:00 to 2:00 tomorrow and then 41/2 hours back home. Busy. 😊
  
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Staci Troilo · June 14, 2019 - 7:10 am ·

Sorry about the storms, John. Safe travels, and enjoy your trip.

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:19 am ·
  
  Thank you, Staci.
  
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Gwen Plano · June 14, 2019 - 7:52 am ·

I’m sure you had a wonderful time with Jan and other Texas writers. So happy for you and them! We all need laughter and collegiality. ♥

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:19 am ·
  
  Always nice to get together with fellow writers. The dinner is tonight so I hope for a good time as well. Thanks, Gwen.
  
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  1. Gwen Plano · June 14, 2019 - 8:29 am ·
    
    Oh my goodness, I envy the chance to be with fellow writers. Enjoy every moment and travel safely tomorrow my friend. 4.5 hours is a long drive, but maybe it’s a chance to craft your next masterpiece. 🙂
    
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    1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 10:46 am ·
      
      Thinking and driving are good partners. Thanks, Gwen.
      
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Teri Polen · June 14, 2019 - 8:21 am ·

Good luck with the book fair, John – makes lots of new friends and loyal readers!

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 10:46 am ·
  
  Thank you, Teri. 😁
  
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Mae Clair · June 14, 2019 - 8:43 am ·

It sounds like a great writing community down there in Texas. Safe trip, and happy networking. I wish you many sales!

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 10:45 am ·
  
  Thank you, Mae. 😁
  
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Almost Iowa · June 14, 2019 - 9:21 am ·

Hope all goes well at the book fair.

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 10:43 am ·
  
  Thanks, Greg.
  
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Debbie · June 14, 2019 - 9:22 am ·

Best of luck, John. Oh for the days when publishers did the promoting and we writers did the writing! Safe travels, my friend!

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 10:42 am ·
  
  Thank you, Debbie. 😀
  
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Jan Sikes · June 14, 2019 - 9:25 am ·

My mom used to say, “One thing calls for another.” And, so it is with your gutters. I’m looking forward to dinner tonight!

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 10:42 am ·
  
  You mom had a good saying. Looking forward to it as well, Jan 😄
  
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Billy Ray Chitwood · June 14, 2019 - 9:38 am ·

Enjoy your McKinney dinner. Be safe! ♥♥

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 10:41 am ·
  
  Thank you, Billy Ray.
  
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Sorryless · June 14, 2019 - 9:57 am ·

Have a great time tonight, Boss! 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 10:39 am ·
  
  Thanks, Marc.
  
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  1. Sorryless · June 14, 2019 - 10:41 am ·
    
    🙂
    
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The Coastal Crone · June 14, 2019 - 10:19 am ·

Sell lots of books, John! Maybe the weather will be decent.

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 10:39 am ·
  
  This was cancelled last fall because of rain. Maybe ths time it will be okay.
  
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D.L. Finn, Author · June 14, 2019 - 10:33 am ·

Loved the JohnKu. I keep saying I will get out there and do that. Hope you have a great time and make new fans and sales:)

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 10:38 am ·
  
  Thank you, Denise. I hope so too.
  
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1WriteWay · June 14, 2019 - 10:51 am ·

True words, John. Happy Friday and have a great time at the book fair and dinner. ❤️

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:34 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Marie. Dinner was great.
  
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guyportman · June 14, 2019 - 11:05 am ·

Have fun at the book fair, John. 4 1/2 hours is a fair trek by UK standards.

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:33 pm ·
  
  I could be in Paris now if I lived there.
  
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Dan Antion · June 14, 2019 - 12:21 pm ·

Good luck at the show, John. I won’t be checking in much on Sunday, so have a Happy Father’s Day.

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:32 pm ·
  
  You as well, Dan. The day was made for you.
  
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Jacquie Biggar · June 14, 2019 - 1:21 pm ·

Enjoy the fair, John. Sell a ton of books!

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:31 pm ·
  
  I only brought a half ton. 😀 Thanks Jacquie
  
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kevin cooper · June 14, 2019 - 2:37 pm ·

Have fun at the bookfair, John. 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:30 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Kevin.
  
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Soooz · June 14, 2019 - 7:44 pm ·

I hope the bookfair exceeds all your expectations, John. Safe travels, my friend. I can’t wait to see the photos.😊

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1. John W. Howell · June 14, 2019 - 8:29 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Soooz
  
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Jennie · June 14, 2019 - 9:29 pm ·

Excellent JohnKu. Enjoy the writer’s weekend.

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1. John W. Howell · June 15, 2019 - 6:19 am ·
  
  Thank you, Jennie.
  
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  1. Jennie · June 15, 2019 - 7:17 am ·
    
    You’re welcome, John.
    
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Dale · June 15, 2019 - 1:08 am ·

Drive safe and have a fabulous time!

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1. John W. Howell · June 15, 2019 - 6:18 am ·
  
  Thak you, Dale
  
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robertawrites235681907 · June 15, 2019 - 5:14 am ·

I hope you sell a lot of books, John, and meet lots of nice people too.

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1. John W. Howell · June 15, 2019 - 6:15 am ·
  
  Thank you, Robbie. 😁
  
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The Hook · June 16, 2019 - 5:24 am ·

I’ve had very few encounters with my readers but who knows what the future holds, right?

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1. John W. Howell · June 16, 2019 - 9:35 am ·
  
  Right. Thanks, Hook
  
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