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Saturday’s book signing at Indigo Granville in British Columbia was unforgettable. The busy street outside and the hum of conversations inside set the scene as I set up my table of Grit & Grace beneath the bold red letters, “The World Needs More Canada.” What began with nerves quickly turned into heartfelt conversations with readers about life, resilience, and adventure.

With my audiobook finally finished and ninety books packed into my little car, I hit the road for a two-month book tour and family visit in British Columbia. In this post, I share the highlights of my 1,500-mile solo drive—from winding through redwoods and losing my sunglasses, to reconnecting with friends, promoting Grit & Grace, and arriving at the lakeside cottage that’s been my summer haven for decades. Here's to a new season of stories, silence, and soul rest.

I turned a spare bedroom into a recording studio, battled laryngitis, learned the ins and outs of audio editing, and even had a few feline interruptions—but I finally did it! After months of work, Grit & Grace is now available as an audiobook. In this post, I share the ups, downs, and surprises along the way to bringing my story to life in a whole new format.

A quick recap of my time at the LA Times Festival of Books—an inspiring weekend of stories, authors, and community. Plus, a few exciting updates and news from behind the scenes!

A weekend of sunshine, stories, and connection! I volunteered and participated in the 2025 San Diego Writers Festival in Coronado, sharing behind-the-scenes moments, inspiring author panels, and my own experience speaking on a memoirist panel. The next day, I signed books at the charming Bay Books, meeting readers and celebrating community. Dive into this joyful recap of literary celebration!

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The countdown is over—my book launch is here! Join me as I share the behind-the-scenes journey of planning my first book launch, from navigating holiday scheduling chaos to last-minute venue changes.

Explore the journey behind Deborah Rudell's upcoming book, Grit & Grace. Learn how to win a free copy, get early access, and join the excitement on Goodreads!

Discover Deborah Rudell's inspiring writing journey in her latest interview with SDVoyager Magazine. Explore her reflections on storytelling, growth, and the publishing process. Read more!