Meet, Watch & Listen to Emily

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 28, 2024

‘My Name Up In Lights’

I’m proud, pleased and excited to announce I am currently being featured on a billboard in Times Square NYC – how exciting! It’s part of working with my associates across the pond to promote my cult classic ‘The Religion of Self Enlightenment’ to the movers and shakers in The Big Apple.

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 2, 2024
11.00–13.00

Cambridge Central Library ‘Meet Your Local Authors Day’

Cambridge Central Library is running another of their ‘Meet Your Local Author’ events on Saturday November 2, starting at 11am until 1pm in the Lion Yard facility.

I have been invited back following my successful inclusion at a previous event.

Local authors whose work has been published recently will be featured, and includes fiction, travel and adventure themes. The aim is to celebrate local creativity by bringing together local self-published authors to network and meet the public.

Visitors will have the chance to chat about my books, the writing process and self-publishing journey. And of course, buy my books! I very much look forward to seeing you there.

THURSDAY APRIL 25, 2024
18:00 – 19:00

‘The Watch on the Beach’ Book Launch at The Oxfam Bookshop – London, Victoria

So appreciative to all at @oxfamvictoria for inviting me to host my third book promotion for ‘The Watch On The Beach’ in their lovely shop and thank yo to the 20+ folk for being warm and attentive – I am grateful to all who came along! Thanks and praises in particular to @camdentony, @ali_krausova and @lisa_marieprobert for the photos, good vibes and support. God bless you all!

‘The Watch On The Beach‘ is a “truly captivating” (reader review) tale of misspent youth and rebellion involving adult themes such as madness, substance abuse and suicide throughout.

Set predominantly between Cambridge and London in 2016, Clara Reynolds takes centre stage as a troubled young poet who is determined to learn and grow. Despite a heady cocktail of experiences involving sex, drugs and depression Clara continues to search for the notion of unconditional love.

This “enlightening and thrilling” (reader review) release is my seventh publication in seven years.

TUESDAY FEBRUARY 27, 2024
17:00

‘The Watch on the Beach’ Book Launch at The Hawley Arms – Camden Town, London

Thank you so much to all the folk who came to the London book launch at the iconic Hawley arms in Camden Town for ‘The Watch On The Beach’. @loreal_prystaj read some excerpts beautifully and @ali_krausova did an amazing job of interviewing me and capturing the scenes. As I was leaving, the doorman said he was on page 14! So touched by every new connection and reader. 

‘The Watch On The Beach‘ is a “truly captivating” (reader review) tale of misspent youth and rebellion involving adult themes such as madness, substance abuse and suicide throughout.

Set predominantly between Cambridge and London in 2016, Clara Reynolds takes centre stage as a troubled young poet who is determined to learn and grow. Despite a heady cocktail of experiences involving sex, drugs and depression Clara continues to search for the notion of unconditional love.

This “enlightening and thrilling” (reader review) release is my seventh publication in seven years.

MONDAY FEBRUARY 12, 2024
19:00

‘The Watch on the Beach’ Book Launch at The Devonshire Arms – Cambridge

Thank you so much to the folk who came to the Cambridge book launch and supported me at The Devonshire Arms for ‘The Watch On The Beach’.

‘The Watch On The Beach‘ is a “truly captivating” (reader review) tale of misspent youth and rebellion involving adult themes such as madness, substance abuse and suicide throughout.

Set predominantly between Cambridge and London in 2016, Clara Reynolds takes centre stage as a troubled young poet who is determined to learn and grow. Despite a heady cocktail of experiences involving sex, drugs and depression Clara continues to search for the notion of unconditional love.

This “enlightening and thrilling” (reader review) release is my seventh publication in seven years.

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 25, 2023
11.00–13.00

Cambridge Central Library ‘Meet Your Local Authors Day’

I had a great time at Cambridge Central Library as part of the ‘Meet Your Local Authors Day’ and it was lovely being able to share my thoughts and ideas. I only managed to sell seven books due to a distinct lack of visitors, but some authors sold none at all. So a big thank you to all those that came along and especially those that bought my books.

THURSDAY MARCH 2, 2023
17.30–18.30

Watkins Books ‘Meet the Author’

Had the perfect day presenting my literary output to the good people of London at my Watkins Books event! I’d been building up to this occasion for so long and I’m ever so grateful for the chance to meet new readers – the kindness of the audience really overwhelmed me! Thanks to all those who came along to make the day so special and joined me to explore the outer realms of contemporary spiritual literature.

For those that weren’t able to visit in person Watkins Books kindly filmed the event and you can watch it by clicking on the image below.

Established over 120 years ago, Watkins Books is one of the world’s oldest and leading independent bookshops specialising in esoterica. Since its inception, Watkins has held a proud legacy of offering one of the world’s largest selections of spiritual and esoteric literature. Stocking titles on Eastern Philosophy and Western Esoterica, as well as a wide variety of contemporary forms of Mind, Body & Spirit related material.

SATURDAY 23 APRIL
& SUNDAY 24 APRIL
2022

Los Angeles Times Festival of Books

I am proud to have been invited to promote my new book “The Rivers” at The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books on the campus of The University of California all thanks to the well meaning folk who kindly donated to allow me to participate – a big thank you to you all who donated. 

The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books has become a world renowned experience gathering writers, poets, artists, filmmakers, musicians and emerging storytellers like no other. Today over 150,000 people attend, making it the largest festival of its kind in the United States. The festival began with a simple goal: to bring together the people who create books with the people who love to read them. The festival was an immediate success and has evolved in its physical form to include live bands, poetry readings, film screenings and artists creating their work on-site. 

APRIL 5 – 7, 2022

London Book Fair New Title Showcase

Olympia, West London I am really excited about appearing and promoting all of my books, including recently published “The Rivers” ”Eternal Artist” and “My Searches for Meaning” at this annual event which is taking place this year at its usual Spring dates of April 5-7 2022. Celebrating it’s 50th year anniversary, it will see more than 25,000 publishing professionals arrive in London for the Fair, so what better place to present my book to the wider public. Hope to meet you there. But you don’t need to wait till then to read my book you can purchase it from Amazon, Waterstones or any independent bookseller.

Wednesday 10th June
2020

19:30 Duration approx. 60-75 mins

“Cult Sensation” Novelist: The Journey So Far

Hosted by The Friends of Milton Road Library, a group who support the Milton Road Library in Cambridge, UK and want to ensure it that it not only stays open but also develops as a community resource.

Following on from the success of their recent Poetry Evening “Poems for the Planet”, the event was entitled “Cult Sensation” Novelist: The Journey So Far. It was yours truly talking about my two books “The Religion of Self-Enlightenment” and “The Rivers”, followed by a Q&A session and a chance for participants to exchange of views. Is was a great evening and the talk went extremely well, my old English teacher was even in attendance. I received many compliments after the talk with several people commenting on the wonderful atmosphere and vibe – which was lovely.

You can check out some of their previous free events that have taken place here.

Thursday 28th May
2020

19:00 for just 7 seconds!

PechaKucha 20×20 Cambridge

You may have missed the live event, but now you can see it whenever you wish. Just select the WATCH button.

I was proud to have been invited to appear on PechaKucha’s Cambridge 20×20. My presentation showed my 20 chosen images, each for 20 seconds. So I will had 400 seconds to tell my story, with visuals guiding the way.

The event featured a wide range of speakers including archaeologist Kasia Gdaniec, Anne Beamish (founder of Indie Cambridge), designer Deanne Tyson, Pam Weeson, founder of Fantasia shop in Mill Road AND ME!! Emily Scialom author of “The Religion of Self-Enlightenment” and “The Rivers”, so you can imagine it turned out to be a stimulating evening.

PechaKucha means “chit chat” in Japanese. This creative outlet began as night time get-togethers in Tokyo in 2003 by two renowned architects. Since then, three million people have attended PechaKucha events worldwide.

Thursday
10th October
5pm

Aberdeen

Blackwell’s Aberdeen

Blackwell’s in Aberdeen played host to my book talk. It was great that so many of you turned up to see me and hear about / and buy my two books. My last ‘Meet Emily’ was on the sunny south coast of England, this book talk was way up north in Aberdeen and the weather was great meaning I could spend some time on the beach! It’s so nice to travel around and meet such lovely people and have a chance to talk about my books, The Religion of Self-Enlightenment and my new book The Rivers – where a sea of alternative romantic dynamics emerges from the chaos of 21st-century Britain. Amidst a backdrop of philosophic and emotional turmoil, two lovers manage to explore the depths of their love in its wildest form.

Saturday
21st September
12:00- 14:00

Eastbourne

Waterstones Eastbourne

Back again at Waterstones Eastbourne which once again was a great success. This time to sign and meet on what was a sunny day on the south coast, with both The Religion of Self-Enlightenment and my new book The Rivers. The manager couldn’t believe it as every customer seemed to have a copy of one of my books!!! Take a look at some of you who bought my books – so many others didn’t want their photos taken – that’s fine. I’m looking forward to the feedback from everyone of you that bought my book photo or not.

Monday
26th August
15:15PM

BBC Radio Cambridgeshire

BBC Radio Cambridgeshire provides information and entertainment from and about Cambridgeshire. I will be appearing to discuss my second book “The Rivers” – The Rivers of The Cam and The Thames flow freely through Cambridge and London, as do the lives of this plethora of characters. A sea of alternative romantic dynamics emerges from the chaos of 21st-century Britain. Amidst a backdrop of philosophic and emotional turmoil, two lovers manage to explore the depths of their love in its wildest form.

95.7FM (North of the County) and 96FM (South of the County) and 1026AM and on Digital. Listen online too via bbc.co.uk/radiocambridgeshire or click the LISTEN button.

TBC

Radio Interview on Brighton & Hove Community Radio

Brighton & Hove Community Radio is a radio station on the south coast of South East England. I will be appearing to discuss my second book “The Rivers” – A sea of alternative romantic dynamics emerges from the chaos of 21st-century Britain. Amidst a backdrop of philosophic and emotional turmoil, two lovers manage to explore the depths of their love in its wildest form. Please check back for full details once the date and time has been confirmed.

Saturday
17th August
12:00- 16:00

Eastbourne

Waterstones Eastbourne

July’s event at Waterstones Eastbourne was a great success, with all copies of my book The Religion of Self-Enlightenment selling out. Only trouble was, they forgot to order in copies of my new book The Rivers! So, I have been invited back to talk about and sign copies of my new book The Rivers! I look forward to meeting potential readers to talk about this modern day love story where two lovers manage to explore the depths of their love in its wildest form. See you in August on the sunny south coast.

Wednesday
24th July
16:40pm

Radio Interview on Cry Community Radio Youghal

Cry104fm Community Radio Youghal is a radio station in Cork, Republic of Ireland. I appeared on the Drivetime Show to discuss my second book “The Rivers” – A sea of alternative romantic dynamics emerges from the chaos of 21st-century Britain. Amidst a backdrop of philosophic and emotional turmoil, two lovers manage to explore the depths of their love in its wildest form. Please take the time to listen to my interview with Cry104fm’s Eanna Dowling about love, sex and spirituality.

Saturday
20th July
12:00- 16:00

Eastbourne

Waterstones Eastbourne

Following the successful promotion of my book The Religion of Self-Enlightenment in March and June, I have been invited back to talk about and sign copies of my just launched new book The Rivers! I look forward to meeting potential readers to talk about this modern day love story where two lovers manage to explore the depths of their love in its wildest form.

Wednesday
17th July
11:30am

Radio Interview ‘Phil Rowe’

Cambridge105fm Radio is a radio station in Cambridge. I will be appearing on the Phil Rowe Show. Phil Rowe presents a mix of music and conversation on a Wednesday morning. Featuring the Mystery Year and at 11.30 an interview with Emily Scialom who will be discussing her second book “The Rivers”. A sea of alternative romantic dynamics emerges from the chaos of 21st-century Britain. Amidst a backdrop of philosophic and emotional turmoil, two lovers manage to explore the depths of their love in its wildest form.

Saturday
1st June
12:00- 16:00

Eastbourne

Waterstones Eastbourne

Following the complete sell-out of my book The Religion of Self-Enlightenment in March, the lovely folk at Waterstones Eastbourne invited me back, with more copies this time! Once again I was there to sign copies of my book, chat about what brought me to write it and also give glimpses into my new book ‘The Rivers’ which is available now from Amazon, Waterstones and many independent booksellers.

Tuesday
April 2nd

London

Hatchards Waterstones –
King’s Cross/St. Pancras

Another complete sell-out, yes, all copies of my book The Religion of Self-Enlightenment sold, how fantastic. A big thank you to everyone that came along and made my first London signing such a success. Below is Viola who bought the very last copy.

Thursday
October 10th
5.30pm

Aberdeen

Blackwells Aberdeen

From the Eastbourne on the south coast to Aberdeen in the far north, I am pleased to announce that I will be with the lovely folk of Scotland at Blackwells on Thursday 10th October to sign copies of my book ‘The Religion of Self-Enlightenment’. I look forward to meeting those who have read my book as well as those who have yet to read it. I will also be able to give you glimpses into my forthcoming book ‘The Rivers’ which will be published later this year.

Friday
March 8th
14:00-16:00

Eastbourne

Waterstones Eastbourne

A complete sell-out, yes, all copies of my book The Religion of Self-Enlightenment sold, how wonderful. A big thank you to all the lovelies that came along and made my Waterstones Eastbourne signing such a success, so much so that they have invited me back, next time on a Saturday – and with double the copies. Watch this space! Below are just three of you that bought my book, Jo who bought a signed copy even before the official signing began and Chris, who bought the very last copy.

Thursday
October 4th
18:00-19:30

Cambridge

Waterstones ‘Local Author Showcase’

The Waterstones Cambridge ‘Local Author Showcase’ was a great success and the feedback from all those that attended was very positive. It was so lovely meeting those who have read my book ‘The Religion of Self-Enlightenment’, as well as those who have yet to, and be able to discuss it with them. Should you prefer a printed version then you can purchase a copy here.

Mon-Thurs 16:00-19:00

Date to be confirmed

Radio Interview ‘Drive Show’

107 Endeavour Radio is a radio station in Boston, Lincolnshire. I will be appearing on the Drive Show hosted by Chris Moore DJ. Chris has recently read my book “I could not put this book down. I was planning to read it over the weekend, but I was immediately hooked and read the book cover to cover this evening”

Thursday
June 21st

Cambridge

Poetry Reading, Wandlebury

An eclectic mix of poetry from 5pm until 9pm. Come along and join WordSpoke in celebrating the summer solstice, at the stable blocks in Wandlebury Country Park. I should performing at around 7pm.