Book Signings & Shows
Since 2021, Tyler has been participating in various book events, conferences, marketplaces, vendor shows, and outdoor festivals. Some have been virtual but many have been in person. Tyler shares the "What's Your Field of Magic" Personality Quiz at these events and enjoys chatting with participants. Here are the events in 2023 where you can visit Tyler to get a signed book: January 29 - A Dream Is A Wish Market, Mississauga Convention Centre, Mississauga (12-5pm) February 4 - February Fling, Linwell Road Grantham Optimist, St. Catharines (10am - 4pm) February 11 - Spoil Me Sweetheart Market, Club Roma, St. Catharines (11am - 5pm) February 18 - Family Fun Day, Merriton Centre, St. Catharines (10am - 4pm) March 11 - Bloom Market Crawl, Ruby Red Beautiful, Downtown St. Catharines (11am - 5pm) March 12 - This & That @ Club Capri, Club Capri, Thorold (11am - 5pm) March 18 - Spring Madness Market, Niagara Falls Convention Centre, Niagara Falls (11am - 5pm) March 25 - Paris March Madness, Paris Fairgrounds, Paris, Ontario (11am - 4pm) April 2 - Niagara Game Swap, Port Dalhousie Lions Club, Port Dalhousie (10am - 4pm) April 8 - Easter's Tomorrow Craft Show, Lincoln Centre, Beamsville (10am - 3pm) April 15 - Welland Lions Club Craft Show, Welland Lions Club, Welland (10am - 4pm) May 6 - Victorian Porch, St. Catharines (9:30am - 3:30pm) May 7 - Mother's Day Sip and Shop, Lundy's Manor Wine Cellars, Niagara Falls (11am - 5pm) |
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Mysterious Goings On Podcast
On December 15, 2022, Tyler was featured on the Mysterious Goings On podcast. This podcast is hosted by Alexander Greenwood, the award-winning author of the John Pilate mystery series. Tyler and Alex had a great conversation talking about writing, the publishing industry and breaking into the youth market.
Listen to the podcast episode HERE!
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Interview with Meeting Gold On September 5, 2022, Tyler was a guest on the Meeting Gold podcast. Meeting Gold is hosted by Samuel Miele, who owns Vision Luxx Studios in St. Catharines. Sam asked some really great questions about the writing process, how to deal with criticism, and where creative inspiration comes from. If you're an entrepreneur or business professional, you will love Sam's channel. |
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Book Launch Party for The Sword of Sorenth!
On August 31, 2022, Tyler launched The Sword of Sorenth - the second novel in The Jewels of Fate series. The event was held at the Best Western in St. Catharines and featured door prizes, refreshments, a coloring table with character drawings for kids, the "What's Your Field of Magic?" Personality Quiz stations, a photo booth with props from each category of magic, reading tables, speeches and lots of laughs!
During its first week of being published, The Sword of Sorenth hit #8 in the Fantasy Category on Amazon! Click the book cover image <- for more information about this latest addition to the series!
Also, click HERE to watch Tyler's speech from the book launch party!
Brock Leadership Summit
On March 12, 2022, Tyler presented at the Brock University virtual Leadership Summit. His talk focused on being an entrepreneur and author while balancing university classes at the same time. A key takeaway he shared was that taking a small amount of time each day towards achieving your goal, can have a big impact over time and get major results.
Self Publishing Made Simple Presentation -
What Reading Taught Me About Writing
On September 2, 2021, Tyler presented virtually to the Self-Publishing Made Simple Author Workgroup on What Reading Taught Me About Writing. Self-Publishing Made Simple is a publishing program for children's book authors and run by April Cox.
You can learn more about April's courses and programs HERE.
What Reading Taught Me About Writing
On September 2, 2021, Tyler presented virtually to the Self-Publishing Made Simple Author Workgroup on What Reading Taught Me About Writing. Self-Publishing Made Simple is a publishing program for children's book authors and run by April Cox.
You can learn more about April's courses and programs HERE.
"What's Your Field of Magic?" - Live Event
On November 5, 2020, Tyler was joined by Emily Grabatin for the "What's Your Field of Magic?" live event! Viewers watched the Facebook livestream and learned more about the 5 Fields of Magic, what their Personality Quiz results mean, which character they're most like in The Jewels of Fate series, and how someone with a particular Field of Magic might act in real life.
Click the LIVE EVENT image to watch the REPLAY! ->
Want to take the "What's Your Field of Magic?" Personality Quiz? Click HERE
On November 5, 2020, Tyler was joined by Emily Grabatin for the "What's Your Field of Magic?" live event! Viewers watched the Facebook livestream and learned more about the 5 Fields of Magic, what their Personality Quiz results mean, which character they're most like in The Jewels of Fate series, and how someone with a particular Field of Magic might act in real life.
Click the LIVE EVENT image to watch the REPLAY! ->
Want to take the "What's Your Field of Magic?" Personality Quiz? Click HERE
"What's Your Field of Magic?" - Personality Quiz
On October 15, 2020, Tyler launched a personality quiz that connects readers with the characters in The Jewels of Fate series. Everyone in Acanesia has one of the 5 Fields of Magic: Combat Magic, Elements, Charms, Combat or Power of Knowledge.
Take the "What's Your Field of Magic?" Personality Quiz to discover which book character YOU'RE most like, what magical powers YOU would have, the 5 Fields of Magic personality traits and more! ! Click HERE!
CLASS ACTIVITY: Students can do the quiz together and explore different personality types. It's simple - just pull up the link on a smart board and GO! Elementary schools have done this and found it's a great way to engage discussion among students and encourage them to read the book!
On October 15, 2020, Tyler launched a personality quiz that connects readers with the characters in The Jewels of Fate series. Everyone in Acanesia has one of the 5 Fields of Magic: Combat Magic, Elements, Charms, Combat or Power of Knowledge.
Take the "What's Your Field of Magic?" Personality Quiz to discover which book character YOU'RE most like, what magical powers YOU would have, the 5 Fields of Magic personality traits and more! ! Click HERE!
CLASS ACTIVITY: Students can do the quiz together and explore different personality types. It's simple - just pull up the link on a smart board and GO! Elementary schools have done this and found it's a great way to engage discussion among students and encourage them to read the book!
Author Elite Awards - Top 10 Finalist
On September 3, 2020, The Jewels of Fate was announced as a Top 10 Finalist book for the Author Elite Awards in the Fantasy category. During the live virtual Conference, finalist's video entries were shared and winners announced.
This was such an honor and amazing experience to participate in this book contest! Thanks to everyone who nominated and voted for the novel!
Author Elite Awards - Top 10 Finalist
On September 3, 2020, The Jewels of Fate was announced as a Top 10 Finalist book for the Author Elite Awards in the Fantasy category. During the live virtual Conference, finalist's video entries were shared and winners announced.
This was such an honor and amazing experience to participate in this book contest! Thanks to everyone who nominated and voted for the novel!
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Dare to Decide Interview On July 16, 2020, Tyler was interviewed by Emily Grabatin, author of Dare to Decide, a self-help book for people to find peace, clarity and courage at life's crossroads. Tyler talked about his writing journey and how he had to overcome his fear of being too young and inexperienced to become an author and get his novel published. If you would like to learn more about Emily and her book, visit: https://daretodecide.ca |
DSBNreads Webinar
On May 29, 2020, Tyler gave an hour webinar on How to Build an Engaging Fictional World as part of the DSBNreads online conference with the District School Board of Niagara. He presented about the seven components that make up a fictional world and how writers can incorporate them into their story. Many other creative writing tips, brainstorming ideas, character and plot development techniques, plus perseverance methods were shared.
I Read Canadian
On February 19, 2020, Tyler was featured at the I Read Canadian event in the St. Catharines Public Library. It was an opportunity for young readers to meet Canadian authors and ask questions in person.
Thanks to everyone who came out and participated in all of the activities!
I Read Canadian
On February 19, 2020, Tyler was featured at the I Read Canadian event in the St. Catharines Public Library. It was an opportunity for young readers to meet Canadian authors and ask questions in person.
Thanks to everyone who came out and participated in all of the activities!
The Jewels of Fate - eBook Release
Tyler had an Ebook launch on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at Heritage Book Store in St. Catharines, ON. It was a huge success with many people in attendance.
Thanks to all the family and friends who came out to show support for Tyler and his new fantasy novel!
St. Catharines Standard Interview
Tyler was interviewed by The St. Catharines Standard about the release of The Jewels of Fate.
Click HERE to read the full article.
Photo by Gord Howard, Standard Reporter, St. Catharines Standard
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YourTV Interview YourTV did an amazing job capturing the City Hall Trade Show event featuring young entrepreneurs on July 16, 2019. Tyler was interviewed about his new eBook one month before its official release, along with several other ambitious teenagers participating in The Summer Company program. Stay tuned for more information and events coming up by checking the Snure Stories social media pages below! |
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