Upcoming Events.
Mark your calendars! I am pleased and thankful to be invited to speak about GHOST TRAIN, my experiences as a debut author, and so much more. See the calendar below for a list of events; if you wish to invite me to yours, see the contact form beneath. Subscribe to my newsletter for event updates.
Press Kit.
Setsubun Event &
Japan Travel Talk
Cascades Library - Feb 2nd, 2pm
Chase away the winter demons at this annual Japanese tradition! Plus, learn about how to plan your trip to Japan and must-sees.
Writing Group
Open to all!
Sterling Library - Feb 20, 6pm
Join Natalie and husband Max to learn all about editing, querying, and the legal process in becoming a published author.
Meet local DC Author of
Ghost Train!
Barnes & Noble, Fairfax
Feb 23, 12 - 3pm
Meet Natalie when she tables at B&N with her book Ghost Train!
Writing Group
Open to all!
Ashburn Library, Feb 24 6pm
Get advice from local author Natalie on editing your manuscript around pacing, clarity, and trimming out fluff. Bring writing for review!
Writing Group
Open to all!
Gum Spring Library - March 17, 7pm
Get advice from local author Natalie on editing your manuscript around pacing, clarity, and trimming out fluff. Bring writing for review!
Local authors in conversation about history of sakura
Old Ox Brewery - March 20
Join authors Natalie and Diana Parsell in conversation around US-Japan historical relations, and the history of the cherry blossom, for the first day of spring!
Writing Group
Open to all!
Gum Spring Library - March 24, 7pm
Join Natalie and husband Max to learn all about editing, querying, and the legal process in becoming a published author.
Annual Sakura Matsuri &
2025 Japan Bowl
Japanese American Society of Washington, DC - April 4 and 5
Celebrate the cherry blossom season with the historical JASWDC in a series of events, including book and yokai talks with Natalie.
Past Events.
Official GHOST TRAIN Launch Party at Solid State Books, October 16, 2024; 7-9pm.
Natalie was interviewed by SSB owner Scott Abel in a discussion about GHOST TRAIN, living in Japan, her research, and more, followed by questions with an audience photos, refreshments, and book signing. Solid State Books, Washington, DC.
GHOST TRAIN Discussion with Diana Parsell at People's Book, October 24, 6-7pm.
Natalie was joined by fellow author and journalist Diana Parsell (Eliza Scidmore) on a discussion about the importance of Meiji Era folklore and relations between the U.S. and Japan, and how the events of 1877 still affect us today. Takoma Park, MD.
GHOST TRAIN Book Signing at Barnes & Noble Seven Corners, October 26, 12:30-2:30pm.
Natalie stopped by a B&N in Northern Virginia to meet readers and sign copies of GHOST TRAIN, giving away goodies.
GHOST TRAIN Book Signing at Barnes & Noble Fairfax, October 26, 3-6pm.
Natalie stopped by a B&N in Northern Virginia to meet readers and sign copies of GHOST TRAIN, in part of their spooky-themed Witch-O-Ween event with other local authors.
Member Author Talk at National Press Club, October 29, 6-7pm.
Natalie joined in a conversation moderated by Press Club President Emily Wilkins (CNBC), about GHOST TRAIN, the research and journalism in the project, her experience as a reporter in Japan, and engaged in audience questions. Washington, DC.
Queer Horror Talk with Ciera Burch at Little District Books, October 30, 7-8pm.
Natalie and Ciera discussed their latest books, GHOST TRAIN and SOMETHING KINDRED, at DC's leading queer-centric bookstore in Washington, DC. They discussed the status of the publishing world, writing paranormal, and writing queer.
Moderated Book Talk at The Hudson School (with Little City Books), November 20, 6:30-8pm.
Natalie was in conversation with Japan Culture-NYC's founder Susan Miyagi McCormac about her debut novel GHOST TRAIN at Hoboken's leading private school, The Hudson School, in partnership with Little City Books of New Jersey.
Japan Society: Talk with Susan Miyagi McCormac on GHOST TRAIN, November 21, 7-9pm.
Natalie's first-ever Yokai talk at Japan Society, the 117-year old--and oldest in the U.S.-organization that celebrates and promotes Japanese culture, was moderated by Susan Miyagi McCormac of Japan Culture-NYC, and joined by Posman Books.
