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What People Are Saying About Book Events

What Authors have to say about Book Events:

“And just to reiterate, yes, I just think it is really smart to get outside the standard procedure of the bookstore reading and reach people where we are all day: WORK!
I wish there were more folks around coming up with such creative approaches.”
— Rob Walker
— Author of Buying In

“It was a complete pleasure working with you and I’d recommend you to any author (and in fact, have done so already…)”
— David Weinberger
— Author of Everything is Miscellaneous

“I was thrilled by the chance to speak to such large audiences of smart, engaging and creative people and by their strong interest and enthusiasm in my book and ideas.  I wish you had already established a similar operation in every city in America!”
— Alan Deutschman
— Author of Change or Die

“There may be Ten Rules for Strategic Innovation, but it would appear that there need be only one rule for book events-work with Kim Ricketts!”
— Chris Trimble
— Author of Ten Rules for Strategic Innovation

“The trip that Chris and I made to Seattle last month for our book continues to stand up as the gold standard for speaking events!”
— James D. Powers IV
— JD Powers and Associates
— Author of Satisfaction

What Clients have to Say about Book Events:

“Through Kim’s depth of resources we have presented a diverse offering of cutting edge speakers to our membership: Kim assessed our needs and found the authors that fit our organization.  An author brought to us via Kim Ricketts/Book Events always elicits excitement from our members.”
— Emmy Jordan
— Executive Vice President
— Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce

“Working with a select group of civic minded organizations, able to engage and attract focused and growing audiences, she is able to match authors with the best vehicles to reach minds and make sales.  A win-win for all and a huge contribution to our community.”
— Marilyn Raichle
— Director, American Voices

What our event attendees have to say about Book Events:

“The event with James Frey last night was wonderful, I am delighted that you have created this unique opportunity for literary enthusiasts in Seattle!”
— Liz McDougall

“What a fabulous evening last night was!  The event far surpassed my expectations—I brought six friends and we all agreed it was a fabulous experience. We look forward to the next Words & Wine event!”
— Shannon Bell-Peterson

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