I don’t know that the world needs another recap of
Bouchercon 2019. But, I had a blast and do have some pictures to share thanks
to Scott. This was my only Boucheron so it was a once in a lifetime experience.
It was also something I never would have done if not for the fact that, for
some insane reason, Carol Puckett arranged things so I was comped for
everything outside of meals and drinks.
Why she did it I have no idea. I also have no idea why so
many folks came up to me and thanked me for what I do. Not just on behalf of
the SMFS, but what I do here with this blog and in general regarding mysteries,
books, and such. Quite honestly, I don’t see it as I feel that no one would
notice if I quietly folded the blog bay doors and called it a day. To have so many tell me that I make an impact
was stunning and overwhelming.
Which was my feeling most of the five days. To meet Reed
Farrel Coleman, Joe Landsdale, Lawrence Block, and many others who actually
knew who the heck I was, was just incredible. Most of the time I was able to
avoid mental vapor lock and actually string a few words together in a sentence or
two that made sense. To finally meet Lesa Holstine and Angela Crider Neary in
person was an incredible treat. To present the Derringer Awards on behalf of
the SMFS, which is as close as I will ever get to that award, was a nerve
wracking and incredible experience.
In short, it was all awesome.
Below are a few pictures of me and others at Bouchercon.
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| Lesa Holstine |
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| Legendary Dallas QB Roger Staubach |
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| Hanging out with Johnny Wesner |
Kevin, it was great meeting you and now you know how much we appreciate you.
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So glad you got to go. I can no longer manage these big conventions, but I have great memories. It is so much fun to meet like-minded people at these things. And you found out that you are a celebrity in the mystery community!
ReplyDeleteThanks for this recap, and for all you do Kevin!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you were able to attend, Kevin. Nice that you now realize you are special to a lot of people.
ReplyDeleteA real honor and pleasure meeting you. SMFS has meant so much to me as a writer.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you were able to attend and we got to meet in person!
ReplyDeleteGlad to have had the opportunity to meet Angela, Andrew, Lisa, and many, many other folks. It was a blast.
ReplyDeleteGlad you got to feel the love, Kevin. It's why Bouchercon is worth it to me.
ReplyDeleteIt was incredible. Still think folks are dead wrong about me and my role in things, but am very grateful so many think I do something that matters. Especially nearly two years in when I am still drowning in a sea of grief and having to really work hard to find a reason to be here.
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ReplyDeleteI'm glad you were able to go, Kevin. I wish I could have been there with you to help. I know with Scott along, you really didn't need anyone else. At least I could have combed your hair out of your eyes. (Ducking and running now.)
Wish you had made it, Earl.
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