I’m not nervous. YOU’RE nervous.

I’m not hyperventilating.

Yet.

One week from today, I’ll be tabling at a fairly major con, selling my own books. We’ll have Madelyn of the Sky available. Come visit us at Cincy Comic Expo!

And the questions are swirling:

Did we order too many books?

What if we sell out?

Is anyone going to pay attention to us?

If too many people pay attention to us, will I get the chance to check out other tables?

Have we worked the pitch enough?

Are we going to look ridiculous?

Are the covers good enough?

And I have to remind myself: My wife and I figured out the expenses. No, it wouldn’t be good if we didn’t sell any books, but it’ll be okay. And, likely, we’ll sell books. I’ve worked this same con before for a friend. I’ve learned how to sell. I’ve seen that so many people show up eager to support artists, and a fair amount of those who show up specifically want books! I’ve seen that our target audience seems to enjoy this con.

So yeah. It’ll be fine.

But what if—

And shut up shut up shut up little voice in my head. Even if you’re right, you’re not helpful.

The best thing to do is run the pitch again. Practice it.

We’ve got all the materials we need. The books are here. Our banners are ready to go. The card reader is activated. The covers are on point.

We’ve got this.

Yep. It’s all good. I can’t wait.

And honestly, I can’t wait. I love this con, I love the people, and it’s going to be so much fun. These are things I know.

Now I just need to convince that little voice that it’ll be fun!