Speakers

MODERATOR:

Violette Meier
Violette Meier is a seasoned in the world of book marketing, with a deep understanding of both creative writing and audience engagement. With over 15 books under her belt, Violette has cultivated a strong presence in the realms of speculative fiction, poetry, and inspiration. A native of Atlanta, Georgia, and a graduate of Clark Atlanta University and the Interdenominational Theological Center, she brings a unique perspective to book marketing—blending her rich literary background with a passion for connecting her work with readers. Violette’s expertise extends beyond the craft of writing; she has a keen eye for market trends, leveraging her skills as a folk artist, poet, and writer to navigate the complexities of book promotion. Her diverse range of titles demonstrates her ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate with audiences and create lasting impact. 

Website: https://violettemeier.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/violette.meier
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/violettel.meier/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@violettel.meier

PANELISTS:
Tulasi Acharya, Ph.D.
Originally from Nepal, Dr. Acharya embarked on his American journey in 2008, pursuing a Master’s degree in Professional Writing at Kennesaw State University and is currently an MFA student at Georgia College and State University. Dr. Acharya's literary footprint spans genres from fiction to nonfiction, poetry, and translation. He has already published over a dozen books, which are available on various online platforms. His debut English novel, Running from the Dreamland, received acclaim, boasting an impressive 86% positive rating on Amazon. Venturing into academia, he published Sex, Gender, and Disability in Nepal: Marginalized Narratives and Policy Reform with Routledge and Sex, Desire and Taboo in South Asia with Lexington Books. His literary contributions aren't confined to English; he has penned novels in Nepali, including Mochan (translated to "Emancipation") and Swapnabhumi, the Nepali translation of Running from the Dreamland. Beyond publications, Dr. Acharya's short stories have earned accolades such as a Certificate of Excellence from the University of New Hampshire. He cherishes his deep-rooted passion for reading and writing. He is both traditionally and self-published and has good knowledge of promoting and selling self-published books.

Website: https://tulasiacharya.wordpress.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/apersonwithbhav
X/Twitter: https://x.com/tulsirames


Jeff Shaw
Jeff is an award-winning, best-selling author. He served twenty-four years in law enforcement and, after retiring, wrote his memoir, Who I Am: The Man Behind the Badge. His dream was to traditionally publish it but soon learned the realities of pitching nonfiction. After many attempts, he chose to self-publish it and was satisfied with the results. Since then, he has written three crime novels in The Bloodline series—Lieutenant Trufant, LeAnn and the Clean Man, and Broken—and self-published them based on the success with his memoir.

Website: https://jshawwrites.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffshaw.writes
X/Twitter: https://x.com/jshaw_six
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jshawwrites


Terra Weiss
Terra is a Maggie Finalist, a Catherine Award Finalist, and Fools for Love Winner. She is the author of four published novels, two of which have been Amazon #1 new releases, and two were in the top 10 in Romantic Comedy, free category. She’s also had two literary short stories published.

Website: https://www.terraweiss.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terraweissauthor and https://www.facebook.com/groups/541299358136549
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terraweissauthor
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@terraweissauthor

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