Ah yes, the author signing — that mythical event where we imagine ourselves basking in the glow of literary fame. Fans lined up out the door, clutching our books to their chests, ready to gush, “You changed my life!” Cute. Let’s talk about reality. The life of an author, eh? Expectation: Rockstar Treatment You picture yourself sitting at a sleek table with a spotlight overhead, sipping free lattes while your pen glides across stacks of books. Reality: You’re wedged between a
