Fusion Ink is a two-day literary event designed to spotlight and support local authors. Hosted in the inspiring setting of Parkville Frame Gallery, the showcase will feature 10 different local authors each day. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet authors, purchase signed books, and engage in a vibrant celebration of literature and creativity.
Featuring Authors:
Alaster Heim
Alastair Heim is the author of more than 20 children’s picture books including the #1 New York Times Best Selling official sequel to HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! titled HOW THE GRINCH LOST CHRISTMAS!, as well as HELLO DOOR, which was named one of The New York Public Library’s Best Books of 2018, THE GREAT PUPPY INVASION, which won the 2019 Oklahoma Redbud Read-Aloud Award, and QUIET DOWN LOUD TOWN!, which was named a 2021 Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection. He has also written four books for Dr. Seuss Beginner Books titled IF I HAD YOUR VOTE, IF I RAN YOUR SCHOOL, IF I WERE SAINT NICK and IF I DROVE AN ICE CREAM TRUCK – all featuring The Cat in the Hat. He is represented by Kelly Sonnack of the Andrea Brown Literary Agency and lives in Kansas City with his wife and three children.
More at www.alastairheim.com
Watch an interview with him! He talks about how he became a children’s book author and, of course, Dr. Seuss.
Leia Barrett
As a former nonprofit leader, Leia knew that when she started her own publishing business, she wanted to have a purpose. As a passionate advocate for rescue dogs, Leia wanted to create stories that are entertaining and educational. She also knew that giving back to the community was non-negotiable. That’s why a portion of all sales goes to rescues and shelters. Love the books but don’t have kids? I always offer a ‘donate’ option where you can designate a book to a shelter, rescue, or child in need. Together, we can normalize pet adoption for young families and help shelters and rescues with their incredible work.
More at storiesbyleia.com
Lori Fairchild
L.D. Fairchild is a writer of young adult dystopian novels and children’s mysteries. After 20 years as a freelance writer/editor and mom, she decided it was time to chase her own dreams of becoming a successful author. She hails from the Kansas City area (it’s OK if you’re not sure if it’s in Kansas or Missouri; sometimes she doesn’t know either). When she’s not writing, she’s probably watching sports (she loves the Boston Red Sox and the Kansas City Chiefs) or Doctor Who (her favorite Doctor is the tenth), wondering why her husband plays his music so loud, or working at her other full-time job of professional ear scratcher for her two dogs, whose names are, yes, Buddy and Panda.
More at www.ldfairchildauthor.com
Elizabeth Bird
Elizabeth started writing original works in college where she met her lovely husband. Together, they have two children who love making up stories just as much as their mother.
Her first novel, The Azure Crown is available in print and on Amazon Kindle!
Jonathan Pongratz
Jonathan is an author of horror, scifi, and fantasy works.
“I’ve been reading and writing most of my life, and I’m excited to share my stories with the world.”
More at jonathanpongratz.com
Brittney Garner-Klingbeil
Author of the six volumes of The Price of Blood, Brittney is a passionate author. Happily residing in Kansas with 2 dogs, 5 cats, 4 horses, 60 outdoor chickens, 2 house chickens and 1 husband!
More at evilsangel5000.com
