Don’t miss a thing—-January 2019 in review!
This month I received my printed books from my publishing company, and a week later I released Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep to the public. Not to mention, the eBooks should be ready in about three weeks. In addition, I’ve had to reorder three shipments of the t-shirt line. We are working to overcome the stigma of mental health.
Your feedback and reviews have been fantastic. Most importantly the message has been received that it is okay to take care of your mental health. Thank you for working with us to overcome the stigma!
working to Overcoming the stigma
A great way to overcome the stigma is by acknowledging the importance of our mental health and well-being. Another great way to overcome the stigma is to improve people’s attitude towards mental health and increase their willingness to talk about our mental health struggles. By working together we will overcome the stigma surrounding mental health.
We are MaGnets, and it’s important to surround yourself with people who make you better. Your circle should want to see you win! Equally important, they should be pushing you every day and encouraging your growth.
In celebration of Black History Month, I am offering a discount on a T-shirt and Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep. Firstly, add your T-shirt and the autographed book in your shopping cart. Than, use the discount code BlackHistory in the discount box to receive the set for $35.00 (including shipping). Lastly, please make sure you indicate your size, and the person you want the book signed to, in the order notes. Thank you!
I’ve been featured on:
Réseau Docteur‘s Black men in social work.
Dr. Keith Harley site: Be Bold Go Big – Dr. Michel D. Gatson
WHERE TO FIND ME:
- Union Parish Library Black History Panel on February 15th 6-8pm. I will have books and T-shirts available for purchase. Also, if you have purchased books, I will be there signing and meeting everyone.
- Interview discussing my book and the book signing on 102.1 Hot Jams on February 16th
- Book Signing in Shreveport, La on February 16th 6-8pm. I will have books and T-shirts available for purchase. Also, if you have purchased books, I will be there signing and meeting everyone.
- London Book Fair Tue, Mar 12, 2019 – Thu, Mar 14, 2019. New Book Display. The book will be available for purchase online and in person.
Book Launch Party
- Book Launch Party in Washington DC on March 23rd @ 6: 30 pm. I will have books and T-shirts available for purchase. Also, if you have purchased books, I will be there signing and meeting everyone. In addition, I will have food, dessert, cocktails, face painting, and music to celebrate my 1st published book. Of course, I hope that you will join me to celebrate. RSVP to Michael.D.Gatson@gmail.com
April Speaking Engagements & Appearances:
- NASW Presentation (LGBTQ) ♦ April 4-7, 2019 ♦ Shreveport, LA
- I will have books and T-shirts available for purchase. Also, if you have purchased books, I will be there signing and meeting everyone
- NABSW Authors Pavilion ♦ April 23rd ♦ Atlanta Marriott Marquis
- I will have books and T-shirts available for purchase. Also, if you have purchased books, I will be there signing and meeting everyone.
- Kensington Day of the Book Festival ♦ Sunday, April 28, 2019
- I will have books and T-shirts available for purchase. Also, if you have purchased books, I will be there signing and meeting everyone.
May Speaking Engagements & Appearances:
- Gaithersburg Book Festival (City Hall) ♦ May 18, 2019, 10am-6pm
- I will have books and T-shirts available for purchase. Also, if you have purchased books, I will be there signing and meeting everyone.
- NASW Presentation (PTSD) ♦ May 23-24th ♦ Monroe, LA
- I will have books and T-shirts available for purchase. Also, if you have purchased books, I will be there signing and meeting everyone.
- New York Rights Fair NYC May 29-31st ♦ New Book Display
- The book will be available for purchase online and in person.
- Book Expo New Title Showcase ♦ May 29th – June 2nd
- The book will be available for purchase online and in person
June Speaking Engagements & Appearances:
- NASW Presentation (PTSD) ♦ June 13-16th ♦ New Orleans, LA
- I will have books and T-shirts available for purchase. Also, if you have purchased books, I will be there signing and meeting everyone.
Lastly, I’m aware that a few of the sites have sold out, but no worries they will be restocking them soon. In addition, if you don’t want to wait, you can go to Amazon or my store. Of course, for a one of kind experience, my mom is selling books out of her trunk if you see her 😂.
Thank you all for the support! 😘🙌🏽 #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #removingthestigma
