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Indie Author of the Week!

DeAnna Kaye Fields

DeAnna Kaye Fields is finally pursuing her dream of being an author. She is a Christian first, wife second, and mother third, with a deep love for closed-door romance, small-town charm, and stories that feel like home. She lives in Hillview, Kentucky, with her husband. She has three grown daughters, one still currently at home, and two dogs. Her Shepherd's Grove stories are inspired by small-town life in places like Bullitt County. She's hopelessly addicted to Coca-Cola, blind dates in a book, mystery bags, and happy little surprises.

Ink Happens Signing Event with Hallie Carman and Ronnie the Rooster June 14th from 12-4pm in the La Grange location.

Ronnie the Rooster has one big dream: adventure.

He refuses to sit on a shelf and gather dust like any ordinary stuffed animal. Ronnie is determined to explore the world, discover new places, and prove that even a tiny rooster can do extraordinary things.

With his loyal best friend Matty by his side, Ronnie sets off on a journey filled with courage, curiosity and heart. Together they face surprises, meet new friends, and learn that the bravest adventures begin when you dare to follow your dreams. Inspired by real events, this delightful tale celebrates imagination, friendship, and the magic of believing in yourself.

Mystic Bliss Reiki: Sound Bath Reiki Journey. June 14th, from 4:30 until 6PM in Shepherdsville location.

Experience a guided meditation helping with emotional healing while listening to the sounds of bowls. Receive healing energy reiki to restore balance and deep inner peace. 

Tony Acree is an award-winning publisher, novelist, screenwriter, podcaster and radio host. He lives near Louisville, Kentucky with his wife and talented twins.

Dark Harbor Pictures will be producing two streaming shows, one based on his Victor McCain thrillers, and the other on his Samantha Tyler thrillers. In addition, his screenplay, Songs of Bloody Harlan has been optioned for the silver screen by Jamezz Hampton and 1209 Productions. His publishing house, Hydra Publications, won the Jason Sizemore Award for best small press, and Publisher of the Year by the AOF Megafest and Conquering Disabilities w/Film International Film Festival.

His screenplay, The Hand of God, co-written by Sarah Gardiner, won Best Horror Screenplay at The LA Film Awards.His screenplay, The Dead Man's Flood, won Best Film Noir Screenplay at the L.A. Film Awards

His first solo screenplay, Songs of Bloody Harlan, took Best Long Format Screeplay at the Imadjinn Film Festival.

Ink Happens Signing Event with Author Tony Acree June 20th from 12-4pm in the

La Grange location

Ink Happens Signing Event with Author Lynn Slaughter June 20th from 12-4pm in the

Shepherdsville location. 

Lynn Slaughter is addicted to the arts, chocolate, and her husband’s cooking. After a long career as a professional dancer and dance educator, she returned to school to earn her MFA in Writing Popular Fiction from Seton Hill University. Her novels have received numerous accolades, including a Moonbeam Silver Medal, an Agatha nomination, Silver Falchion Award, Imadjinn Award, and a finalist nomination for CIBA’s Dante Rossetti Award in young adult fiction. Midwest Book Review called her work, Missing Mom, a “remarkable book” that “invites readers to immerse themselves in a narrative that beautifully captures the essence of struggle and triumph.” Meantime, Lynn is excited to have recently released her debut middle grade novel, an identity-swapping fantasy, The Big Switch: Varney and Cedric.

Wednesdays - Spirit Communication with Dr. Angela Faith from 1 PM to 4 PM the first Wednesday of every month in our Shepherdsville location, next event July 3rd

2026

Receive messages from loved ones in Spirit, or gain insight around love, relationships, purpose and life direction.

Dr. Angela Faith is a Metaphysical Parapsychologist, Shamanic Practitioner, and Spiritual Mentor dedicated to helping others reconnect with their sacred essence and the unseen realms of Spirit. Through intuitive guidance, ancestral wisdom, and compassionate presence, she supports individuals in finding clarity, healing, and purpose.

Founder of New Moon Shamanistic Sanctuary in Shepherdsville, Angela offers private sessions, mentorship programs, and community gatherings that weave together ancient shamanic practices and modern spiritual understanding.

PenCrafters Mentorship Program on Monday evenings over Zoom starting at 7PM for eight consecutive weeks. September 14th through November 2nd. 

 

PenCrafters is designated for writers who want more than encouragement. It’s for writers who want access. This mentorship connects you with eight experience mentors, each offering a distinct perspective and specialty within the writing and publishing world. That range means you are not receiving a single opinion or being guided down one narrow path. Instead, you gain insight across the entire journey of becoming a working author. Each week features a one-hour presentation led by a different mentor, providing direct access to industry professionals. All sessions are recorded and available for later viewing. Our mentors include authors, publishers, editors, publicists, agents, and owners of writing conferences, offering guidance spanning craft, publishing strategy, visibility, and long-term career sustainability. Participants will also retain access to the mentors beyond the program. Extending the value well past the final session. Through PenCrafters, you will learn from mentors with experience in:

• Drafting and revising manuscripts.

• Traditional and independent publishing.

• Editing and development feedback.

• Book marketing and visibility.

• Working with an agent.

• Building sustainable, long-term author careers.

This is not a passive course or a generic workshop PenCrafters is an intentional mentorship experience built to provide clarity, confidence, and a forward motion. Participants are limited to ensure mentors can give meaningful attention and maintain a focused, supportive environment. If you’re ready to stop second-guessing, learn from professional across every stage of the writing and publishing process, and move your work forwards with purpose. PenCrafters is for you.  

Register today!

Pinkies Out in the La Grange location is open!

Coffee, tea, and pastries will be available to purchase all day during store hours. Tea party reservations can be done on our website.  

LaGrange hours:

• Sunday: 10-4

• Monday: Closed

• Tuesday-Saturday: 10-5

Shepherdsville hours:

• Sunday: 12-4

• Monday: Closed

• Tuesday-Saturday: 10-6