Beyond the Pages proudly presents...

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What is it?

I am excited to present my first ever Romance, Mystery, and Mayhem reader's event in Rockford, Illinois. Join these five talented authors: Emily Conrad, Susan L. Tuttle, Joanna Politano, Janyre Tromp, and Natalie Walters as they discuss all things bookish. Be ready to grab your ticket as there will be only 70 seats available for the 9-1 slots, with only 35 seats available for the special Death by Chocolate Murder Mystery Party that will be held that afternoon.

When and Where

April 12, 2025

Reader Event: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Murder Mystery: 3-6 p.m.

Midway Village Musuem in Rockford, Illinois.

Details?

The 9-1 session will include talks by the authors, games with the authors, giveaways, gift bags for each attendee, the opportunity to meet the authors and to get signed bookplates from them, and lots of fun!

The 3-6 session will be at an additional cost to the attendee. The event will be an exciting Death by Chocolate Murder Mystery Party! Some of YOU might just be pulled into the mayhem and be forced to maintain your innocence...OR your guilt!

In between the two events, you’ll have the opportunity to tour the historic Midway Village Museum and explore the village as it was in the late 1800's and early 1900's as well as visit the indoor museum’s interactive exhibits.

Etc.

Registration Link: Romance, Mystery, and Mayhem

For further information or questions, email Vickie at vickie.escalante@beforethepages.com.

Meet our authors...

We've got the genres covered just for you! Whether you love romance, a little mayhem, or a lot of mayhem, one of these ladies are sure to provide it for you!

Emily Conrad

Home - Emily Conrad Author

Susan L. Tuttle

Susan L. Tuttle, Author

Joanna Politao

Joanna Davidson Politano – Pardon me, but may I ask–what's your story?

Janyre Tromp

Welcome! -

Natalie Walters

Home | Natalie Walters, www.nataliewalterswriter.com

Check back for more info soon...

SMASH BOOKS!!!

Schedule

8:15-9:00 – Registration

9:00-9:15 – Refreshment and greeting time

9:15-9:30 – Introduction to event & authors

9:30-10:00 – Game with authors

10:00-10:30 – Panel with Romance authors

10:30-10:45 – Break

10:45-11:15 – Game with authors

11:15-11:45 – Panel with Mystery & Mayhem authors

11:45-12:15 – Author take-over

12:15-12:45 – Game with Authors

12:45-1:00 – Wrap up and grand prize giveaway

1:00-3:00 – Grab lunch off the grounds (everyone responsible for their meal) and/or wandering the museum grounds.

2:45-3:00 – Sign in for the Murder Mystery Party at the Chamberlain Hotel on the museum grounds.

3:00-6:00 – Murder Mystery Event (no more details available at this time)

7:00-??? – I will be arranging dinner reservations at a location TBD for everyone that is still around and wants to gather for a pay-your-own-meal. This way the fun can continue and we can all continue to fellowship and have fun! (This is not mandatory. I understand completely if you need to get on the road right away.)

Some changes possible...