PAGES PROMOTIONS PRESENTS:
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October will be a fun month filled with Author Readings, Panel Discussions, and Writing Workshops featuring and supporting Indie Authors, the high-point of which is in an In-Person Book Festival with Author Readings, Panel Discussions, Workshops, Indoor Go-Kart Racing and Virtual Reality Experiences.
Virtual Book Festival Runs October 1-31, 2021
(see full schedule for details)
A Special In-Person Race Day & Book Signing:
Sunday, October 24, 2021 Time: 1:00pm - 5pm EST
(see full schedule for details)
A Special In-Person Race Day & Book Signing:
Sunday, October 24, 2021 Time: 1:00pm - 5pm EST
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Accelerate around our indoor track filled with High Octane Creativity, crafted by Indie Authors. Books will be available for sale, and our “Indie Imagination Drivers” will even sign them for you.
Shift into your next great read, meet spectacular Indie Authors, and feel like a winner knowing that a portion of the proceeds from the event will go to support the work of The World Literacy Foundation! Games, Contests, and Prizes will all be part of the day’s excitement, as you discover new books and race over the finish line, literally. |
Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity! Race your friends and family, and perhaps your favorite Indie Authors to see who is first to the finish line! Between your races, take time to enjoy games, enter exclusive contests with prizes, take in Readings and Writing Workshops, and mingle with some of the best Indie Authors. Like all establishments, Full Throttle does have a building capacity, so be sure to secure your spot early to set your pole position and you will be off to the races!
AUTHORS! CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE NOW!
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DRIVERS! SAVE $5 ON YOUR RACE WHEN YOU REGISTER IN ADVANCE!
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RACE SCHEDULES COMING SOON!
Race Schedules:
All event schedules will be listed on our website and on our Facebook page. Pre-Registration for Virtual events closes one hour prior to the start of the event. Pre-Registration for In-Person events is not required. Free Books (E-books or Print) will be given away at both In-Person and Virtual events.
All event schedules will be listed on our website and on our Facebook page. Pre-Registration for Virtual events closes one hour prior to the start of the event. Pre-Registration for In-Person events is not required. Free Books (E-books or Print) will be given away at both In-Person and Virtual events.
GTX Electric Karts:
“The state-of-the-art SODI go-kart features an electric motor to power you around the track at speeds up to 40 mph! Safety comes standard; our go-karts meet all safety guidelines for indoor karting and offer outstanding shock stability and impact resistance. Additionally, these karts offer seat and pedal adjustments to ensure a proper and comfortable fit for drivers age 7+ and at least 55″ tall. We offer a seat insert to ensure smaller drivers fit snugly in the seat. Ask trackside and our crew will gladly help you get the fit you need to race your best!”
“The state-of-the-art SODI go-kart features an electric motor to power you around the track at speeds up to 40 mph! Safety comes standard; our go-karts meet all safety guidelines for indoor karting and offer outstanding shock stability and impact resistance. Additionally, these karts offer seat and pedal adjustments to ensure a proper and comfortable fit for drivers age 7+ and at least 55″ tall. We offer a seat insert to ensure smaller drivers fit snugly in the seat. Ask trackside and our crew will gladly help you get the fit you need to race your best!”
- Ages 7-13 race in Junior sessions where karts are limited to approximately 20 mph.
- Ages 14+ race in Pro sessions where karts are capable of up to 40 mph.
*Attending the Book Festival is free to the public, however, all race fees, virtual reality game fees, food & beverages, are paid separately to Full Throttle.
Location: 44225 West Twelve Mile Road Novi, MI 48377
North of 696, West of 12 Mile Road,
Just west of Twelve Oaks Mall.
Phone: 248-773-8777
Race!
2-Hour Unlimited access to Indoor Go-Kart Racing & VR games: $55 in advance, reserved via the Pages Promotions website. (Click Button, Above). 2-Hour Unlimited access to Indoor Go-Kart Racing & VR games: $60 at the door. (see details below). Go-Kart Racing Only (no VR Games): 2 Races, approximately six minutes each (12-14 laps): $42 at the door. “Our 6-minute race sessions give you plenty of time to get the tires hot and throw down some fast laps. In our standard format, we place up to 8 karts on the track as you compete for the fastest lap. After your race, we'll provide you with a detailed results sheet comparing your times to the competition. Ages 7-13 (minimum 55" tall) race in our Junior sessions, which travel up to 20 mph. Ages 14+ (minimum 55" tall) race in our 40 mph Pro sessions. Adults may race against younger drivers in Junior sessions. We do not offer double-seater karts. We highly recommend age-appropriate sessions for the best experience. Karts feature adjustable seats and pedals, and seat inserts are available for smaller racers. We can accommodate most shapes and sizes up to 325 pounds. To learn more about rules, restrictions, insurance, and waivers visit www.gofullthrottle.com.” VR Games Only: $10 per person/per game, at the door. “Choose from multiple adrenaline pumping, fully immersive games on our new Hologate system! Between races, get lost in virtual reality dancing, cooking, shooting, and throwing! Our 5-minute VR sessions provide a truly-immersive experience! Four guests can participate at one time. Minimum age 7 years old.” Micro Karts: $10 at the door. “These electric karts are for our youngest racers. Ages 3+ drive these hand-controlled karts in their own race. These karts reach speeds up to 8 mph.” |
and Read!
Virtual & In-Person Author Readings: Mixed Genre readings featuring Indie Authors from all around the world. Free and Family-Friendly, these events are accessible on Zoom, and Replays can be viewed on our YouTube Channel. We’ll be featuring authors from nearly every genre imaginable… Fantasy, Suspense, Thriller, Romance, Children’s, Non-Fiction, Poetry, Short Stories… and More! Come to hear the stories you love AND discover new stories you might otherwise have missed. Virtual In-Person Author Panel Discussions: Join us for interesting “behind the scenes” conversations with Indie Authors… learn about their influences, processes, tips, and tricks. Up to five Indie Authors of varying genres will be in the room to share and answer YOUR questions! Virtual spectators will be on Chat only, with microphones and cameras turned off. If you’re shy, but still want to learn how we do it… these are the sessions for you! Free and Family-Friendly, these sessions will also be available as replays on our YouTube channel. In-Person discussions will be fully accessible and primed to help rev up your writing career! Virtual & In-Person Writing & Publishing Workshops: Are you an aspiring writer, eager to know how we do what we do? Are you an author looking for ways to improve your craft and business? These workshops will guide you and give you the confidence you need to become a working Indie Author. Topics we’ll cover may include Character Creation; Plot Development; Genre-Specific World Building; Working with an Editor; The Business of Writing; Marketing, and More. These Virtual sessions will have a small registration fee to participate live, with camera and microphone access, as well as a download of the video replay and PDF transcript. If you can’t participate live, replays will also be available after the festival concludes, for a slightly higher rate (video replay and PDF transcript included). In-Person Workshops will offer the interactive agility that will add momentum to your best poll position. |
Legal Notes:
- All Drivers, Regardless of Age, MUST Sign The Full Throttle Waiver and Photography Release Forms when they attend on the Day of The Event.
- Visit www.GoFullThrottle.com for more information on Waivers.
- Pages Promotions, LLC is not responsible for injuries as a result of attractions provided by Full Throttle.
- A Responsible Adult (over 18 years old) Must Sign The Waiver with a Junior Driver.
- Junior Drivers MUST have a Responsible Adult (over 18 years old) Present at ALL Times.
- Adult Drivers may NOT Drink Alcohol Until ALL of their Driving Sessions Are Complete.
- All Fees and Book Sales during this event are NON-REFUNDABLE.
- A part of the proceeds are donated to The World Literacy Foundation to support their literacy programming. Learn more at www.WorldLiteracyFoundation.org