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THE NEXT CHAPTER BEGINS – TAMORA PIERCE SOCIAL MEDIA & PATREON UPDATE

The Next Chapter Begins.

The past few months have been about helping Tammy find her rhythm again at a gentler, steadier pace that lets her focus on her health, her writing, and the joy of creating. Through it all, your patience and kindness has meant the world to us As we step into this next chapter, our focus is on keeping Tortall and Emelan alive and thriving, and making sure Tammy’s fans feel seen and appreciated.

Expect to see more:
-creative community projects and fan spotlights
-behind-the-scenes glimpses of ongoing work
-fun giveaways of limited edition merch
-little sparks of creative and chaotic magic (and a few secret projects we still can’t talk about)

If you’d like to dive even deeper into this world, with Q&As, early looks, and exclusive goodies, our Patreon is the space that keeps Tammy’s work (and the whole team!) going strong, and it’s the best way to support Tammy while staying close to the creative process.
Thank you for being here, for cheering us on, and for helping this community shine as we go into the next chapter!

With love, gratitude, and a touch of dragonfire
– Team Tammy

Illumicrate Exclusive: The Song of the Lioness Quartet

I am absolutely WOW’ed by this special-edition collaboration with Illumicrate. My books have never looked so beautiful, and I cannot wait to see them on the shelf. Truly a labor of love. – Tammy

See the collection here!

Tammy was officially discharged and will be going home!

Tammy was officially discharged, and after a few days of R&R will be going home! We must thank the B. Kaigler Children’s Book Festival for all their help, and for putting on such an amazing and educational show. Tammy hopes to be back next year!

-Team Tamora Pierce

Tammy is doing well and is expected to be discharged from the hospital tomorrow!

Tammy is doing well and is expected to be discharged from the hospital tomorrow! The outpouring of love, support, and gratitude from you all over the past 24 hours has been amazing and much appreciated, thank you!

-Team Tamora Pierce

Cancellation due to medical emergency at the Fay B. Kaigler Children’s Book Festival

Due to a medical emergency, Tamora Pierce will be unable to attend the Thursday April 4th and Friday April 5th open signings at the Fay B. Kaigler Children’s Book Festival, located at the Barnes & Noble on University of Southern Mississippi campus.

Tamora is grateful to the Fay B. Kaigler Children’s Book Festival, and appreciates the support of all fans who attended, or were planning to attend. She hopes to see you all soon!

-Team Tamora Pierce

Now accepting applications for the 18th Annual ALPHA WORKSHOP!

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Calling all young writers!

The Alpha Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror Workshop is accepting applications for its 18th annual workshop! This program guides young writers (ages 14 – 19) through the writing and publishing process, with the help of visiting authors. At Alpha, attendees take a story from its initial concept to a complete draft, receiving feedback and mentorship from Alpha’s staff and a roster of guest authors.

The workshop runs from July 24th – August 4th, at the University of Pittsburgh’s Greensburg Campus. As ever, Tammy will be there, ready to support Alpha’s young writers! She’ll be joined by Mark Oshiro, with more authors to be announced as we draw closer to the summer.

Applications for this year’s workshop are due by March 10, 2019.

And, if you wish you had a program like this when you were a teen, please consider donating to the Alpha Workshop! Each donation goes towards workshop expenses and scholarships for students who would otherwise be unable to attend.

Last minute appearance: Uncle Hugo’s (Minneapolis, MN)

To fans in the Minneapolis area: Tammy’s just added a new event to her itinerary. On Monday, July 9th, you can see her for a signing at Uncle Hugo’s bookstore, from 1-2 PM. Check the Events posting for more details.

It’s short notice, but she hopes to see you there!

CONvergence Note

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If you’re coming to CONvergence this weekend, and plan to get a book signed by Tammy, please be sure to bring your own books to the convention! Due to a little mix-up with the bookseller, copies of her books won’t be available at the con. We apologize for any inconvenience.

And, if you won’t be attending CONvergence, check out the Events page for other appearances. Tammy may be coming to your area!