The Southeast Wisconsin Festival of Books has renamed its Authors Marketplace and Exhibit Area to memorialize support given by Don Taylor who was the primary sponsor of the Writers Marketplace and Exhibit Area since it began in 2014. “We thought this an appropriate recognition for someone who was so important to the success of the Festival,” said Laraine O’Brien, Festival founder. He gave the support in the name of Waukesha State Bank, the financial institution founded by his family which he headed for 25 years. His public service commitment, both personally and through the bank, helped many organizations like the Southeast Wisconsin Festival of Books over the years. An author himself, Taylor had written several books of historical fiction set in Waukesha.
Authors
Amy Frances
Genre:
Psychological Thriller
Book:
Razor Thin
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Amazon
Website:
franfans.com
Email: thewriteamy123@gmail.com
After losing her sister, Kate Vanguard struggles with reality. Weeks before graduating top of her class and securing her dream job, an innocent party ends in murder, leaving the college student unable to focus on even the simplest of tasks. But when a striking businessman visits the breezy lakefront town, visions of blood splattered Nikes, ribbons of yellow, and an eerie murmur, “Sheepish,” haunt her into action. Feeling desperate with urgency, Kate vows to uncover the truth about that night. The insomniac begins questioning everyone she loves. Even her enemies. And resolves they’re all lying to her. Will investigating the murder give Kate everything she’s ever wanted, or will her meddling curiosity destroy friendships, love, and her sanity?
Kristian Zenz
Genres:
Poetry, Photography, Mixed Media
Books:
2050, Vernacular Whirlwind, and Deadly Grievances
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Website:
www.kristianzenz.com
Email:
zenzkristian@gmail.com
In a world of digitized euphoria, the lights shine bright. The future that humans have desired has finally arrived. The year is 2050, and all that shines is gold, except for one man. Named Patrick Shields, the man is a dark spot in such a world. His distaste for technology has become notorious to all who know him. Perhaps, he is just a precursor to what lies ahead. Patrick himself doesn’t know what is coming, but he is going to do whatever it takes to change the future for all of mankind. Even if that includes embracing what he hates.
The second installment of invigorating, poignant poetry is all about people, from all places of the world. It is about relationships and their highs and lows. It is about bars, alcohol and America. It is about dinosaurs (your parents), flowers, garbage, and sunshine. It is about Zenz himself, and above all else, it is about you.
Does this newest poetry collection concern you? It just might have to. Featuring twenty brand-new poems, Vernacular Whirlwind utillizes the same formula as Deadly Grievances and improves upon it, leaving readers with their breath taken, and swirled in a twister of art, photography, and poetic delivery.
Deadly Grievances is the conglomerate life story of a young man who is trying to figure life out, as well as who he is and what it means to be a resident of Earth. He’s a bit angry and upset, but he’s working on it, exploring both the depths of Lake Michigan, as well as political issues, relationships, and social normalities.
Other Exhibitors
AllWriters’ Workplace & Workshop
Become a Professional Writer and Achieve Your Writing Dreams at AllWriters’ Workplace & Workshop, LLC — an international creative writing studio located in Waukesha, Wisconsin. AllWriters’ offers online and on-site classes in all genres and abilities of creative writing, as well as coaching and editing services. All instructors are professional writers whose work is released by traditional publishing in their field.
The Cornerstone Press is an independent publishing house and teaching press. As the first press of its kind in the University of Wisconsin system, and one of five undergraduate, student-staffed presses in the United States, the Press operates with the support of the University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point Department of English, the School of Humanities and Global Studies, and the College of Letters and Science. Established in 1984, the press has published over 60 titles to date in multiple genres.
We are located in the Collins Classroom Center (Room 127) of the University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point, in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. We publish approximately 30 titles per year in our Legacy Series (short fiction), Portage Poetry Series (poetry), and Back Home Series (creative nonfiction).
Literacy Services of Wisconsin
Adults face obstacles when they lack basic knowledge, education credentials, and English language skills. Access to education and training breaks down barriers and opens opportunities to provide for themselves and their families. Literacy Services of Wisconsin partners with motivated adults to provide access to quality basic education and skills training so they can improve their lives, enrich their families, and strengthen our community. We envision a future in which all adult learners have the tools to create success for themselves, a better future for their children and a thriving community for everyone.
UWM at Waukesha Continuing Education
Continuing Education truly has something for everyone—and the best part is that there are no grades. Whether you invest in your professional career, your personal enrichment, or just want to try a one-day adventure with us, Continuing Education invites you to join our family of professional and lifelong learners. So, grab your notebook, pen and maybe your suitcase, because adventure and knowledge are awaiting you!
The UWM at Waukesha Field Station is home to a beautifully restored prairie/oak savannah, a variety of forestland, an ephemeral pond, Henrietta Lake and Scuppernong Creek.
Visitors will enjoy walking the 3.5 miles of mowed hiking trails, as well as boardwalks over wetland areas. The unique wood-fired kiln and the Wildlife in Need Center make it a truly amazing educational destination.
The Mission of the UWM at Waukesha Foundation is to support the campus and the academic activities of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee at Waukesha by raising, receiving, and distributing funds to benefit and assist the students, faculty, programs, and community partners.
When UW-Waukesha opened in 1966, a non-profit organization, “The Friends of UW-Waukesha,” was incorporated to support the campus where public funds were not available. The name has changed several times in 53 years. As a result of the merger between UWM at UW-Waukesha and the subsequent name change of the Waukesha Campus, the Foundation is now known as UWM at Waukesha Foundation.
UWM College of General Studies
We’re a small college that offers big opportunities. In the College of General Studies, you’ll enjoy small classes and personal attention from your professors.
Choose from classes in 29 areas of study and explore what interests you while earning your associate degree and getting a firm foundation for your bachelor’s. UWM’s College of General Studies honors and undergraduate research programs offer additional opportunities to work closely with your professors and study topics in greater depth.
Students who choose UWM at Waukesha earn an affordable two-year degree and get a valuable start on a four-year degree. We also welcome nontraditional students who wish to expand their current skill set or explore a new interest. You can complete two bachelor’s degrees at UWM at Waukesha—nursing and, starting in Fall 2023, psychology.
