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INFORMATION:
Carrie co-hosts online group discussions quarterly in the POSSESSED: TIMELESS GOTHIC READS Facebook group. Founded by Carrie and co-hosted with Gothic Horror author L.B. Stimson, the group rotates through all Gothic sub-genres: Southern Gothic, Gothic horror, Gothic romance, Gothic family saga, and more.
Carrie also hosts online book discussions about her new releases in Dalby’s Darklings, a private Facebook group for those who want the inside scoop.
BELLINGRATH GARDENS & HOME PRESENTATION
February 5, 2025 at 10:30am
Carrie is pleased to return to Bellingrath Gardens & Home for the third winter in a row to present another visual literary journey into Mobile’s history and how it relates to her Southern Gothic novels as part of Bellingrath’s “Ink & Insight” educational programming.
This year, Carrie’s focus will be on how she incorporated 1920s Mobile Police Department history into Loyalty (2024) and Betrayal (2025), the third and fourth books in the Washington Square Secrets series. Carrie will be joined by MPD Historian Captain Billie Rowland for this informative presentation.
Thank you, Bellingrath G & H staff and those who joined us.
PENSACON
Pensacola, Florida: February 14-16, 2025
Pensacola Bay Center
Find Carrie’s table in the Writers’ Row/Artists’ Alley area. Her favorite actress–Hayley Mills– will be at Pensacon too!
(Hayley and her sister Juliet Mills were just as delightful as expected. And Hayley loves reading–especially historical novels.)
MOBILE LITERARY FESTIVAL
FREE EVENT
April 5, 2025, 9am-4:30pm
Carrie is co-chair of the Mobile Literary Festival and an active participant in the event, both in the planning stages and the day of. Readers and writers of all genres are welcome to attend this free community event at the Mobile Public Library.
IT WAS A GREAT DAY!
Thank you to the faculty, attendees, sponsors, and the fabulous founder of the festival, Jodie Cain Smith.
GARDENS & GALLERIES
Oakleigh Garden District May 3, 2025
This ticketed event benefiting the upkeep of the Washington Square Park fountain garden featured garden tours at participating homes in the Oakleigh Garden District paired with art displays by local artist.
Carrie had a book table and cover art display set up from 11-2pm in the side yard of the Alliance cover house. Thank you, Helen, for inviting me!
RELEASE DAY for Unbroken Service: A History of the Mobile Police Department
May 6, 2025
Join Carrie in congratulating Captain Billie L. Rowland on the release of his debut book featuring highlights from over two hundred years of service to Alabama’s Port City by the Mobile Police Department.
Unbroken Service: A History of the Mobile Police Department is available now in paperback or hardcover through your favorite bookstore.
AZALEA CREATIVE CON
June 14, 2025
Downtown Mobile, Alabama
Carrie shared her visual presentation “What is Southern Gothic?” at this year’s Azalea Creative Con to help others gain a clear understanding of the main themes in Southern Gothic literature, visual arts, and more through a plethora of examples and fandoms.
An ACC pass was required.
TALK AND BOOK SIGNING at 4pm
June 22, 2025
Captain Rowland and Carrie were at The Haunted Book Shop for a special event supporting Unbroken Service: A History of the Mobile Police Department and Betrayal: Washington Square Secrets 4. The event began with Carrie interviewing Captain Rowland with a focus on the history of the Mobile Police Department and his research journey. There was also Q&A time with the audience.
RELEASE DAY of Betrayal: Washington Square Secrets 4
June 24, 2025
June 24 was release day for paperback & e-book editions of BETRAYAL, the final book in the Washington Square Secrets quartet.
ART.CENTRI.CITY
June 28, 2025
Silverhill, Alabama
In celebration of the Betrayal: Washington Square Secrets 4 release week, Carrie was part of the ArtCentriCity extravaganza hosted by the band analog missionary. This community of creators is a great gathering for regular inspiration and support.
Free to attend, but tips for the band/host are encouraged. The next event will be at the end of September.
BOOK SIGNING with Candice Marley Conner 11am-2pm
August 9, 2025
Legacy Books: 14965-A Highway 59, Foley, Alabama
Carrie and her fabulous critique partner, kid lit author Candice Marley Conner, were at Legacy Books from 11am to 2pm to chat books and shop in this amazing store full of books, music, art, and other collectables.
Be sure to check out this fun store when you’re in Baldwin County.
GUEST SPEAKER FOR THE KUGELMAN HONORS PROGRAM
September 4, 2025
University of West Florida
Carrie is pleased to be part of the “Narratives of Self: Exploring the Art of Storytelling Across Mediums” series for UWF’s Kugelman Honors Program students.
This presentation, limited to select students, will be centered on Carrie’s approach to regional storytelling with a focus on research and character development methods that help create an immersive reading experience for historical fiction .
“SPOOKY” ARTWALK BOOKSIGNING
October 10, 2025, 6-9pm
The Frenchmen at 222 Dauphin St.
Downtown, Mobile, Alabama
Carrie enjoyed being part of LoDa’s monthly ArtWalk in the heart of Mobile’s Entertainment District at The Frenchmen for the Halloween-themed fun.
Fans of whimsical, funky, creepy, and beautiful–art, books, photography, upcycled items, and more–are encouraged to support local artists and shops year-round.
HARVEST AUTHOR FEST
November 1, 2025
10am-2pm at the West Regional Library in Mobile, Alabama
Visit with Carrie and dozens of other writers–including several of her friends–at the event of the season sponsored by Mobile Public Library.
From MPL’S website: Browse author tables, purchase books, and connect directly with the creators behind the stories. This is a free event open to the public.
MOBILE WRITERS GUILD
November 6, 2025
6pm at the West Regional Library
Mobile, Alabama
Carrie, the 2025-2026 co-vice president of Mobile Writers Guild, will be part of a panel discussion at their November meeting that also includes Alabama Writers Hall of Fame inductee Carolyn Haines and Writing Away Refuge founder Lee Ann Ward.
MWG’s meetings are free to attend and open to the public. Great for teens and adults interested in the business and craft of writing.
It’s been a busy year! Check back for more in 2026.
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