Children of Ragnarok is Coming

 

Children of Ragnarok is Coming

November 8, 2022

Come see me, and we'll talk Vikings (the pillagers, not the team)

Wooster, Ohio

35^th Annual Buckeye Book Fair

November 5, 2022, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

GREYSTONE EVENT CENTER 
50 Riffel Rd. 
Wooster, OH 44691

Join me as I introduce Children of Ragnarok at the biggest book festival in Ohio. 

https://buckeyebookfair.org

 

Anywhere, USA

Election Day!

Get thee to the polls!

If you don’t vote, you can’t complain.

 

Asheville, NC

Children of Ragnarok – Book Launch

November 9, 2022, 6 to 7 p.m.

Malaprops Books and Café

On-line and in person event

55 Haywood Street 

Asheville, NC   828-254-6734

Registration required here https://www.malaprops.com/event/hybrid-cinda-williams-chima-launches-children-ragnarok

Preorder signed books here https://www.malaprops.com/preorder-malaprops-children-ragnarok-cinda-williams-chima

 

Join from Anywhere!

Epic Reads Dark and Dangerous Event online

November 10, 2022 4-5 p.m.

Join me for a social livestream panel on Epic Reads Facebook with other dark and dangerous authors Robin Roe, Sweeney Boo, Lygia Penaflor, and June CL Tan. 

https://www.facebook.com/EpicReads/

 

Charleston, SC

Yallfest

November 10-11, 2022

Join me and 75 other YA authors at panels and events in downtown Charleston. Details are here. Schedule to come. 

http://yallfest.org/about/

 

Cincinnati, OH

Books by the Banks

November 19, 2022, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Duke Energy Center

So excited to be back at Books by the Banks!

https://booksbythebanks.org/confirmed-authors/

 

Pittsburgh, PA

Kate’s Kids Book Bash

December 3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Kingsley Association

6435 Frankstown Ave  Pittsburgh 15206

https://www.kateskidbookbash.com/authors-illustrators

 

A Norse Mythology

Fantasy Series 

from Cinda Williams Chima

Coming 11.8.2022

From Balzer&Bray

After the disaster of Ragnarok, the Midlands have become a dangerous place, teeming with refugees from the nine worlds—demons, outlaws, ice wolves, jotun, and the draugr—the walking dead. Sixteen-year-old coaster Eiric Halvorsen does not look to the dead gods for help. Instead, he relies on the weapons inherited from his fadir and grandfadir to protect their farm at Sundgard.  But now he’s been accused of a murder, and he knows the local council will declare him an outlaw, and seize his farm.

The spellsinger  and runecaster Reggin Eiklund serves the eldrjotun Asger Elder, traveling from town to town, performing in ale halls and longhouses. While Asger provides protection from the other monsters infesting the archipelago, she is desperate to escape her demon master. A chance encounter provides Eiric and Reggin a possible way out—if they are willing to take the risk.
The Runestone Saga--a duology that bristles with the magic, lust, swordplay (axe-play?), flawed heroes and complicated villains my readers have come to expect. 

Hey, Kentucky!! Listen Up! 

I'm Coming to See You

November 6, 10 am to 6 pm at the

Kentucky Book Festival

Saturday, Nov 6, 10 am to 6 pm

Joseph-Beth Booksellers

Lexington Green

161 Lexington Green Cir B,

Lexington, KY 40503

https://kybookfestival.org/lineup/

This is my first in-person event in a long time. Come out and visit with me and 140 other authors. 

Signed books and swag make great presents for the holidays.

The Buckeye Book Fair Goes Virtual in 2020 !

Author Events November 6-15, 2020

Online Book Sale NOW through November 30

All Programs are Free and Held Via Zoom

Saturday, November 14, 

YA Novel showcase 1-1:45 pm

With Sharon Draper, Margaret Peterson Haddix

Terri Libenson, Shelley Pearsall

Fantasy Novel Showcase

1:45-2:30 pm

With Mindee Arnett, Cinda Williams Chima, 

Emily A. Duncan, Intisar Khanani

Register at www.BuckeyeBookFair.org

Order signed books here https://buckeyebookfair.org/bookstore-authors-page-one/

 Friends, it's been too long since we've been able to hang out and talk books! One of my favorite events every year is the Buckeye Book Fair. As the days grow shorter and the air grows colder and midwinter approaches, it's a good time to lay in a supply of books for reading or holiday giving. 

Join me and countless other authors of books for children and adults. There will be author panels, writing workshops, and plenty of autographed books to order. The proceeds, as always, go to support literacy programs all over Ohio. The best part is--you can participate from anywhere! 

‘Tis the Gift-Giving Season

Give Signed Books!

Come Hang Out This Spring!

I'm working on a new series, so I have a light event schedule this spring. But if you'd like to meet up, I'll be in Washington DC, Kentucky, and Ohio!

Bowling Green, KY

Southern Kentucky Bookfest

March 20-21, 2020

Knicely Conference Center

2355 Nashville Rd

https://sokybookfest.org

Washington, DC
Apollycon
March 26-29, 2020
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
https://apollyconevent.com 

 Columbus, OH

Ohioana

Saturday, April 25, 2020 10:30-5

Columbus Metropolitan Public Library

96 S. Grant Avenue Columbus, OH 43215. 

http://www.ohioana.org/programs/ohioana-book-festival/

Toledo, OH

Northwest Ohio Teen Bookfest

May 2, 2020

Bowsher High School

2200 Arlington Ave, Toledo, OH 43614

http://nwoteenbookfest.com/2020/02/07/registration-is-open/

You Can Order Signed Books from Apollycon! Deadline January 10

I'll Be at Apollycon in Washington, DC March 26-29, 2020 at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City with 150+ Other Authors Details are here

Why Am I Telling You This Now? You Can PREORDER Signed Books from Apollycon!   Simply Visit the Apollycon Virtual Signing Site   Yes, They Can Be Personalized Yes, They Will Be Shipped To You (US Only) AFTER the Con is Over But Time is Of the Essence-- Deadline January 10, 2020 DON'T MISS OUT!

Here's Where I'll Be This Summer and Fall

Hope You'll Come Hang Out!

Easton, Pennsylvania
YA Fest PA 2019
Saturday, August 10, 2019, 10 am to 3 pm
Easton Area Public Library Palmer Branch
https://yafestpa.com/authors-%26-books

Atlanta, Ga
Dragon Con
Labor Day Weekend, Aug. 29-Sep. 2, 2019
Panels, signings, and lots to see and do. Schedules will be posted closer to the dates.
http://www.dragoncon.org
 

Decatur, Georgia
AJC Decatur Book Festival
Labor Day Weekend August 30-Sept 1
Downtown Decatur, Georgia
https://decaturbookfestival.com/festival/attend-the-festival/

Winston-Salem, NC
Bookmarks Book Festival
September 7, 2019
Downtown Winston-Salem
Schedule Available August 1, 2019
https://www.bookmarksnc.org/festival19

Greenville, SC
Read Up Greenville
October 19, 2019
The Peace Center
Greenville, SC
https://www.readupgreenville.com
 

Cincinnati, OH
Books by the Banks
October 26, 2019, 10 am to 4 pm
Duke Energy Center
Cincinnati, Ohio
https://booksbythebanks.org

Wooster, Ohio
Buckeye Book Fair
November 2, 2019 9:30-4
Fisher Auditorium
http://www.buckeyebookfair.com

I'll Be at the Denver Pop Culture Con!

Colorado Convention Center 

May 31—Jun 2, 2019

Hello, Colorado! This weekend, I’ll be totally in context, hanging out at the DPCC with geeks of all kinds. I’ll be doing a number of panels as part of the Author Track. For more info on that, go here https://denverpopculturecon.com/programming/author-panels/

Here Is Where I’ll Be!

Friday, May 31 2019

11:30 AM –

12:20 PM       Writing Fantasy in the #MeToo Era

                        Location: Room 605

Panel description: Panelists will discuss their views on gender stereotypes in fiction and approaches they use to ensure their characters accurately represent realistic traits in individuals regardless of gender.

Panelists: Tricia Levenseller, Jenn Lyons, Colleen Oakes, Laura Sebastian, Sherry Thomas, Cinda Williams Chima

Moderator: C.R. Richards 

1:30 PM –

2:20 PM         Welcome to the Dark Side: Writing Dark Fantasy

Location: Room 605

Panel Description: Is Dark Fantasy really a subgenre of Fantasy or is it watered down Horror? Panelists will discuss their thoughts about writing and reading in this popular genre

Panelists: Terry Brooks. Delilah Dawson, Colleen Oakes, Cinda Williams Chima, Cat Winters

Moderator: C.R. Richards

3:00 PM – 

3:50 PM         Cinda Williams Chima Signing

                        Location: Author Booth 7

Saturday, June 1^st

Denver Pop Culture Con- Day 2

11:00 AM –

11:50 AM       Dogs vs. Cat: Which Will Rule the Literary World?

                        Location: DPCCP 4 Keystone City

Panel Description: Why do we enjoy stories of furry critters? Everyone has their preference - especially our guest authors and graphic novelists, who write about our canine and feline friends. Pick a side, ask a question and let these All-Star panelists win you over.

Panelist:Drew Brockington, Troy Cummings, Paul Krueger, Kyle Puttkammer

Cinda Williams Chima

12:00 PM –

12:50 PM       Cinda Williams Chima Signing

                        Location: Author Booth 7

4:30 PM – 

5:20 PM         Re-imagining Myth in YA Fiction

                        Location: Room 601- Authors

Panel Descriptions: Pandora wasn't the only curious cutie in mythology, but can we really blame her for all the evils in the world? With thousands of mythological gods, demons, monsters and heroes in oral and written history, why is it most people only know about big-hitters like Zeus, Poseidon, Athe and Hercules? Discover why myths continue to capture our imagination and explore new ways to tell old tales.

Panelist: Alexa Donne, Amy Ewing, Tricia Levenseller, Wendy Terrien, Cinda Williams Chima, F.C. Yee, Brenna Yovanoff

Sunday, June 2^nd

Denver Pop Culture Con- Day 3

12:00 PM –

12:50 PM       Revenge is Best Served…

                        Location: DPCCP 4 Keystone City

Panel Description: Revenge can backfire on a character. It might happen as a plot element, but it also might happen in a reader’s interpretation. How do we create a dynamic in which a reader feels a character’s revenge is justified? Or is that necessary?

Panelist: Terry Brooks, Amy Ewing, Todd Fahnestock, Liv Hadden, Cinda Williams Chima

Moderator: Laurel McHargue

4:00 PM –

4:50 PM         Bringing a Figurative Knife to Literary Gun Fight

                        Location: Room 607- Authors

Panel Description: Authors discuss battle scenes in science fiction and fantasy. Action scenes in SciFi and Fantasy are a staple to the genre. Panelists discuss examples of how and where this is done well, and why a good action sequence can create urgency and add impetus to the story. Crafting realistic fight sequences is a delicate balance, when is it over the top? How much violence is too much? Is there a limit on what’s acceptable?

Panelist: Pierce Brown, Liv Hadden, Jon Messenger, Brian Naslund, Cinda Williams Chima

Moderator: Amalie Howard

Deathcaster Pre-Release To-Do List

Deathcaster Is Just One Month Away!

I know. I can't believe it, either. So. Time's a-wastin'. Here is your Deathcaster release to-do list: 

1. Preorder Deathcaster at your favorite book retailer. If you want an autographed copy you can preorder from The Learned Owl  and receive a Flamecaster book jacket and other swag

2. Enter my Deathcaster preorder sweepstakes 

3. Check and see if I'll be in your neighborhood this spring and summer -- events

4. Order a digital copy of Stormcaster for only $2.99 ! Details here 

5. Refresh your memory about the story line by re-reading other books in the series or visiting Book Series Recaps here 

6. Having trouble remembering who's who? Visit my website for a handy character list and downloadable pdf 

Deathcaster Tour and Other Events!!

San Antonio Texas

Library Palooza

February 23, 2019

Brandeis High School
13011 Kyle Seale Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78249

https://thatauthorthing.weebly.com/about.html

UPDATE: Deathcaster WILL be available for this event

Charlotte NC

Author Appearance and Signing

Deathcaster will be available!!

11 am Saturday March 2, 2019

Park Road Books

Park Road Shopping Center

4139 Park Road

Charlotte NC 28209

https://www.parkroadbooks.com

Hudson, OH

Launch of Deathcaster!!

Tuesday, March 5, 5:30-7 pm

The Learned Owl Book Shop

204 N Main St

Hudson, OH 44236

330-653-2252

https://www.learnedowl.com

As always, readers can order signed, pe

rsonalized books from the Owl ahead of the launch. If you preorder from the Owl, you can request a Alessandro Taini book jacket for Flamecaster!

Murfreesboro, TN

SeYA Bookfest

Thursday-Friday March 7-8 2019 – student days 

Saturday March 9 2019 – Community Day

MTSU campus
1301 East Main St.
Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37132

https://www.seyabookfest.com/2019-festival-info.html

Seattle, Washington

Emerald City Comic Con

March 14-17, 2019

Washington State Convention Center

https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com

West Richland, WA

Cavalcade of Authors

Saturday March 23, 2019

Enterprise Middle School

14 Awesome Authors!

http://www.cavalcadeofauthors.org

Falls Church, Va

NoVa Teen Bookfest

Saturday, March 30, 2019

George C Marshall High School

http://novateenbookfestival.com/authors/

Bowling Green, Ky

SoKy Bookfest

April 26-27, 2019

Knicely Convention Center

https://sokybookfest.org

Kent, Ohio

Six District Reading-Writing Festival

Tuesday, May 7, 2019

Kent State University Student Center

Maumee, Ohio

Claire’s Day Maumee

Saturday, May 18, 2019

Maumee Branch Library

501 River Road

Maumee Ohio 43437

http://www.clairesday.org

Denver, Colorado

Denver Pop Culture Festival

May 31-Jun 2, 2019

Colorado Convention Center

https://denverpopculturecon.com

Easton, Pennsylvania

YA Fest PA 2019

Saturday, August 10, 2019, 10 am to 3 pm

Easton Area Public Library Palmer Branch

https://yafestpa.com/authors-%26-books

Deathcaster Preorder Sweepstakes!

Prepare for the Final Battle!

Deathcaster Is Coming March 5 2019

Here's What You Can Win--

Just By Preordering Deathcaster

 Are you ready for a brand new giveaway? 

Everyone who preorders Deathcaster from any retail outlet (local bookstore, chain bookstores, online, digital, audiobook) is eligible to enter the DEATHCASTER PREORDER GIVEAWAY.

The grand prize is 

1. Your CHOICE of a box set of The Seven Realms paperbacks or all FIVE Heir Chronicles hardcovers PLUS

2. A gray wolf treasure box designed by genius artist Lisa Parker
3. A gray wolf journal, also from Lisa Parker, with a note from me to you inside.

4. Bookmarks, swag, a signed bookplate,  and other goodies

But, wait! There's More! 

Are you Disappointed That Your Shattered Realms Hardcovers Don't Match?

Many of you have told me that the change in art midseries has meant that your shelfie display is not up to standard. HarperTeen has your back. They have produced a limited supply of Flamecaster book jackets with the matching Alessandro Taini art. Slide it onto your hardbound Flamecaster and -- instant harmony.

The first one hundred entrants will also receive a swag pack including the new book jacket for Flamecaster, a signed bookplate for their copy of Deathcaster, bookmarks, tattoos, and other goodies. However, you must OPT IN and include your mailing address. 

Sound good? Here's how to enter.

1. PLEASE follow these directions. I'm not very good at following directions, either, but I need your help in order to get you properly entered because I don't have minions.
2. Send an email to cwchimapromo at gmail dot com. In the subject line, put DEATHCASTER PREORDER GIVEAWAY ENTRY
3. In the body of your email, include your name and snail mail address; which series set you prefer,  and how/if you would like your books to be personalized.
4. Make sure I have the best email to contact you
5. THIS IS IMPORTANT: Attach an image of proof of purchase for your preordered book, whether it's an online receipt, a receipt from a store, an email confirmation of an order, a notarized statement from your local bookseller--whatever way you can show me you've placed an order.
6. Books must have been ordered/bought before March 10, 2019  (in other words, by the release week.) 
7. Deadline for entry: March 10, 2019.
8. This offer good only in the US and Canada.
9. Questions? Email me at that same address with the header DEATHCASTER PREORDER GIVEAWAY QUESTION

Don't Miss My Last Book Event of the Year!

Come join me and 100 authors and illustrators this Saturday, November 3 at the Buckeye Book Fair. It's a great place to do your holiday shopping and hang out with people who love books.
Wooster, OH
Buckeye Bookfair
Saturday, November 3, 2018
9:30-4 pm
Fisher Auditorium OARDC
http://www.buckeyebookfair.com

I'll Be at Kerrytown Bookfest in Ann Arbor!

Sunday, September 9
Kerrytown Tent
Children's/YA Programming
Panel: Exploring the YA Novel with Joelle Charbonneau and Caleb Roehrig
2:00-2:45 - Panel
2:45-3 pm Book signing in the signing tents near the Kerrytown Tent.
More details and directions
www.ktbookfest.org

Indianapolis! I'll Be at Kids Ink This Sunday 2-3:30 pm

THIS JUST IN!
I'll be at Kids Ink in Indianapolis this Sunday August 26 rom 2-3:30 for a chat and signing. This is the first event I've ever done in Indianapolis, and looking forward to hanging out with all of you!

Kids Ink says: The "Shattered Realms" books are "Game of Thrones" for the YA set and a must-read for fans of epic fantasy. If you enjoy life and death fights against tyrants, a touch of romance, and teens struggling to change the previously unquestioned traditions of their parents, you'll love Chima's work.

For more information about the store and the event, go here.

Deathcaster Cover Reveal and Upcoming Events

Introducing Deathcaster
Coming March 5, 2019

 A Shattered World
Three rival armies rip the Seven Realms apart as the Ardenine empire descends into chaos. Young commander Hal Matelon has committed himself to the queendom in the north, but finds himself embroiled in a deadly civil war in the south between King Jarat and the rebellious thanes.
A Bitter Bargain
Anxious to return to the Fells and yet remain free of the empress's blood curse, the Gray Wolf heir Alyssa ana'Raisa makes a bitter bargain. She agrees to lead Celestine's bloodsworn army into the heart of the realms. If she fails to meet Celestine's expectations, she stands to lose her family, her queendom, and her life.
A Final Battle
Unable to free Alyssa from Celestine's stronghold in the Northern Islands, Ash and Jessa fly back to the Seven Realms, hoping their powerful dragon allies can turn the tide of the war. Meanwhile, Evan Strangward and Breon d'Taros set out to break the empress's hold on the desert coast. In the process, they begin to solve the puzzle of they magemarks and their magical birthright.

Secrets are revealed, old betrayals exposed, and the bonds of blood and friendship are tested as this final installment of the Shattered Realms series stampedes to its breathtaking conclusion. 

Author Events Summer and Fall

Will I be in your area? Come hang out!

Shaker Heights, OH

Author Alley

Saturday, July 7, 2019, 12-4 pm

Loganberry Books

13015 Larchmere Boulevard

Shaker Heights, OH 44120

Join more than 40 authors with Cleveland connections in the midst of the Larchmere Festival. 

http://www.loganberrybooks.com/events/author-alley.htm

Mentor, OH
Summer Reading ShowcaseCinda Williams Chima and Mindy McGinnis
July 17, 2018, 6:30-8 pm
Mentor Public Library
8215 Mentor Ave.
Mentor, OH 44060
www.mentorpl.org

San Diego, Ca

San Diego Comic-Con

San Diego Convention Center

July 19-22, 2018

Details to come.

111 W. Harbor Dr.,
San Diego, CA 92101

https://www.comic-con.org

Stow, OH
YA Author Fair
Saturday, July 21, 2018, 1-4 PM
Stow-Munroe Falls Library
Details to come!
3512 Darrow Rd.
Stow, OH 44224
330-688-3295 
www.smfpl.org

Beaverton, Oregon

Author Event and Signing

Powell’s Books

Monday, August 6, 2018, 7 pm

Powell’s at Cedar Hills Crossing 

3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., 

Beaverton, OR

http://www.powells.com/locations/powells-books-at-cedar-hills-crossing

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Kerrytown Bookfest

September 9, 2018

Historic Kerrytown District

Ann Arbor, Michigan

https://www.kerrytownbookfest.org

Elyria, OH

NE Ohio SCBWI Conference

September 14-15, 2018

Lorain County Community College

I’ll be presenting an intensive on Friday and teaching breakouts on Saturday.

https://ohionorth.scbwi.org/annual-conference/

Hudson, OH

Writing Workshop: Worldbuilding

Hudson Library

Wednesday, September 19, 7 pm

96 Library Street
Hudson, Ohio 44236

I took my first fiction workshop at Hudson Library. Now I’m returning to teach a workshop on Worldbuilding.

https://www.hudsonlibrary.org

Cincinnati, OH

Books By the Banks

Saturday, October 20, 2018, 10 am-4 pm

Duke Energy Center

Come hang out with me and many other authors!

http://booksbythebanks.org

Wooster, OH

Buckeye Bookfair

Saturday, November 3, 2018

9:30-4 pm

Fisher Auditorium

http://www.buckeyebookfair.com