I think this ANA Autograph Festival is a really cool idea....
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I have been working like a dog, and I just had time to take a look at the most recent issue of the Esylum. I copied an article below. The article explains how some Wayne Herndon guy came up with an idea for an ANA Autograph Festival.
At first, I was a little miffed, because it always seems that the numismatic authors get all of the fame, glory, and the Numismatic Babes™ who swarm the bourse floor, just like rock stars. But then I realized that it is a pretty neat thing, and it would be great to meet the people behind the books. Numismatic authors are typically as flamboyant as rock stars, so I am disappointed that I am not able to make it to the ANA and meet several of them in person. However, the fact that regular people can get exposed to these authors and interact with them, is a really good thing.
Here is the text of the article:
WIZARD SEEKS NUMISMATIC AUTHORS FOR ANA AUTOGRAPH FESTIVAL
Wayne Herndon forwarded the following press release about an event his company is sponsoring for numismatic authors at the upcoming ANA convention. Wizard is really going the extras mile to connect readers and authors - be sure to take advantage of the opportunity. -Editor
Wizard Coin Supply is the official supply dealer for the American Numismatic Association's World Fair of Money taking place in Baltimore from July 30th to August 3rd. Wizard plans a number of events during these five days to engage show attendees in the books and supplies side of numismatics. One such event is the Autograph Festival. Three separate programs will make up the Autograph Festival with the goal of connecting as many authors to as many readers for book autographs as possible. Wizard is sponsoring the Festival at no cost to authors or readers and the books need not be bought from Wizard to participate.
Program 1-Autograph Sessions at the Wizard booth. Wizard will organize and promote autograph sessions at our booth for authors willing to join us for a session (or two) during the course of the show. Authors can reserve their preferred half hour or hour time slot(s) with Wizard. Wizard will include the session in our promotional materials and dedicate space at the booth for authors to meet the public, sign autographs and chat with fellow numismatists.
Program 2-Autographs at Author's Booths. We recognize that many authors will be otherwise involved at the show and may prefer to autograph books at their own booths (either instead of or in addition to a session at the Wizard booth). For authors that advise us of their availability and willingness to participate in this manner, Wizard will include the author's name and booth number in Autograph Festival publicity.
Program 3-Drop Off Program. Wizard will also accept drop-off books for autographing by the author and then return them to their owners later in the show or via mail after the show. This program is ideal both for authors who would like to participate but prefer not to or unable to have an autograph session and also for authors who participate in Program 1 and want to have an option available for customers who are unable to be present for the session (due to auction or seminar attendance, not present at the show that day, etc.).
The three programs are not mutually exclusive. Authors are welcome to participate in any one, two or all three programs. Wizard will also offer a program to our mail order customers wherein books can be ordered before the show, autographed at the show through one of the programs described above and then shipped to the customer after the show.
Authors interested in participating in the Autograph Festival should contact Wizard Coin Supply at 703-738-4485 or info@WizardCoinSupply.com.
Wizard Coin Supply is a global provider of coin collection supplies and coin collection accessories, based in the Washington DC suburbs of northern Virginia. Wizard is dedicated to providing its customers with the largest possible selection of quality coin supplies at deeply discounted prices and to promoting the hobby and enjoyment of numismatics.
At first, I was a little miffed, because it always seems that the numismatic authors get all of the fame, glory, and the Numismatic Babes™ who swarm the bourse floor, just like rock stars. But then I realized that it is a pretty neat thing, and it would be great to meet the people behind the books. Numismatic authors are typically as flamboyant as rock stars, so I am disappointed that I am not able to make it to the ANA and meet several of them in person. However, the fact that regular people can get exposed to these authors and interact with them, is a really good thing.
Here is the text of the article:
WIZARD SEEKS NUMISMATIC AUTHORS FOR ANA AUTOGRAPH FESTIVAL
Wayne Herndon forwarded the following press release about an event his company is sponsoring for numismatic authors at the upcoming ANA convention. Wizard is really going the extras mile to connect readers and authors - be sure to take advantage of the opportunity. -Editor
Wizard Coin Supply is the official supply dealer for the American Numismatic Association's World Fair of Money taking place in Baltimore from July 30th to August 3rd. Wizard plans a number of events during these five days to engage show attendees in the books and supplies side of numismatics. One such event is the Autograph Festival. Three separate programs will make up the Autograph Festival with the goal of connecting as many authors to as many readers for book autographs as possible. Wizard is sponsoring the Festival at no cost to authors or readers and the books need not be bought from Wizard to participate.
Program 1-Autograph Sessions at the Wizard booth. Wizard will organize and promote autograph sessions at our booth for authors willing to join us for a session (or two) during the course of the show. Authors can reserve their preferred half hour or hour time slot(s) with Wizard. Wizard will include the session in our promotional materials and dedicate space at the booth for authors to meet the public, sign autographs and chat with fellow numismatists.
Program 2-Autographs at Author's Booths. We recognize that many authors will be otherwise involved at the show and may prefer to autograph books at their own booths (either instead of or in addition to a session at the Wizard booth). For authors that advise us of their availability and willingness to participate in this manner, Wizard will include the author's name and booth number in Autograph Festival publicity.
Program 3-Drop Off Program. Wizard will also accept drop-off books for autographing by the author and then return them to their owners later in the show or via mail after the show. This program is ideal both for authors who would like to participate but prefer not to or unable to have an autograph session and also for authors who participate in Program 1 and want to have an option available for customers who are unable to be present for the session (due to auction or seminar attendance, not present at the show that day, etc.).
The three programs are not mutually exclusive. Authors are welcome to participate in any one, two or all three programs. Wizard will also offer a program to our mail order customers wherein books can be ordered before the show, autographed at the show through one of the programs described above and then shipped to the customer after the show.
Authors interested in participating in the Autograph Festival should contact Wizard Coin Supply at 703-738-4485 or info@WizardCoinSupply.com.
Wizard Coin Supply is a global provider of coin collection supplies and coin collection accessories, based in the Washington DC suburbs of northern Virginia. Wizard is dedicated to providing its customers with the largest possible selection of quality coin supplies at deeply discounted prices and to promoting the hobby and enjoyment of numismatics.
Always took candy from strangers
Didn't wanna get me no trade
Never want to be like papa
Working for the boss every night and day
--"Happy", by the Rolling Stones (1972)
Didn't wanna get me no trade
Never want to be like papa
Working for the boss every night and day
--"Happy", by the Rolling Stones (1972)
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A bunch of numismatic authors will be in attendance at various times. I am limited to bringing only two “babes” - one from the Redskins cheerleaders and one from the Ravens cheerleaders. No, I’ve never actually heard these cheerleaders cheer or seen them make a human pyramid, but their pompons certainly look nice. My “Renaissance” babes will be keeping me supplied with books and maintaining order among the throngs ( NOT thongs) of eager collectors.
...the fact that regular people can get exposed to these authors and interact with them, is a really good thing.
I am not aware of Walter Breen being in attendance. Given that, I doubt there were be many authors exposing themselves or “interacting” with collectors in certain ways….
No, the cheerleaders cannot sign autographs - I'm not sure if they can write complete sentences.
<< <i>and the Numismatic Babes™ >>
What a concept. Does this really exist? I can see young Church Ladies™ looking nerdy hip in their mid-60's garb.