ReadersMagnet to Exhibit Kathryn J. Hardy’s Book “Johnny and Jazzbo” at Upcoming Book Festival at Printers Row

The self-publishing and book marketing company ReadersMagnet will display the book by Kathryn J. Hardy, titled “Johnny and Jazzbo,” at the upcoming book festival at Printers Row, which will take place at South Dearborn Street (from Ida B. Wells to Polk Street) in Chicago’s historic Printing House Row District, on September 6-7, 2025.

ReadersMagnet helps independent authors achieve their goals of becoming the next big names in the publishing industry. ReadersMagnet exposes self-publishing authors and their works in book events to help them connect with their target audiences from around the world. With their network and marketing prowess, ReadersMagnet will share an author’s stories with the world.

Among the authors in ReadersMagnet’s roster, Kathryn J. Hardy has a story that would entertain through humor and adventure. Festivalgoers can find her book “Johnny and Jazzbo” exhibited at the company’s exhibit.

“Johnny and Jazzbo” follows the high-energy tandem of Johnny Savage and Otis Ikner, A.K.A. Johnny and Jazzbo. After being inspired by Robert Rourke’s book Poor No More, while on the Navy ship USS Glacier, Johnny realizes he wants to pursue the life of wealth, love, and happiness. This passion leads him to get to know a black houseboy named Otis Ikner.

After exploring the cold land of Antarctica, Johnny takes a political stand, fighting for equal rights in Atlanta. At the same time, he and Otis embark on a dangerous and death-defying challenge, relying on humor, tenacity, courage, and the desire to be the best as they battle their way toward success.

What will become of their journey together? Read all about it in Kathryn J. Hardy’s “Johnny and Jazzbo,” available in paperback, hardcover, and eBook on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Learn more about the author and her work at www.kathrynjhardybooks.com.

Author’s Biography:

Kathryn J. Hardy earned a BFA in Art Education from Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. She has been an accomplished portrait artist and fashion/perfume designer. Through worldwide travels with her husband, Ron, Kathryn discovered a love for writing where her creativity has exploded into fiction and nonfiction works, offering a unique and inspiring view on life.

“Johnny and Jazzbo”
Author: Kathryn J. Hardy
Genre: Romance, Lit Crit, Lit Bio, Essay, Film, Memoir, History & Military
Publisher: Independent
Published Date: July 18, 2025

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