Intentionally Blank Our First Book Signings — Intentionally Blank Ep. 131 (Recorded Live at Dragonsteel 2023!)
Dec 6, 2023
"Intentionally Blank" Ep. 131: Live at Dragonsteel 2023! Brandon and Dan discuss their first book signings, including overshadowing by Neil Gaiman. They joke about fictional Scarshel forces and the importance of building relationships with bookstore staff. They also share stories about messy computer setups, tipping habits, mistaken identity with a hat, and thrilling book signing adventures.
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First Book Signing Memories
- Dan Wells first signed his book at Boog in a Bepo, starting with his short stories under pseudonyms.
- Brandon Sanderson's first official book signing was at Borders in Provo with only a few friends showing up initially.
Best Signing in Buenos Aires
- Brandon Sanderson's best book signing was at Buenos Aires International Book Fair with around 2,000 people.
- He enjoyed closing the place down late into the night with security ready to kick them out.
Worst Signing: No Books Available
- Brandon's worst book signing was in Logan, Utah, where the bookstore forgot the event and had no books.
- He had to turn away fans and awkwardly sit for hours with no sales possible.