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SUMMARY:Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at The Book House Long Branch for our next meeting to engage in a lively literary conversation of THE WEDDING PEOPLE by Alison Espach. Whether you’re a bookworm or just looking to dive into a new read\, this is the perfect place for you! Our club is all about discussing our favorite books\, sharing recommendations\, and connecting with fellow book lovers. \nSupport and buy local! Purchase of this book can be made at The Book House Pier Village. \nTHE WEDDING PEOPLE | By Alison Espach \nIt’s a beautiful day in Newport\, Rhode Island\, when Phoebe Stone arrives at the grand Cornwall Inn wearing a green dress and gold heels\, not a bag in sight\, alone. She’s immediately mistaken by everyone in the lobby for one of the wedding people\, but she’s actually the only guest at the Cornwall who isn’t here for the big event. Phoebe is here because she’s dreamed of coming for years—she hoped to shuck oysters and take sunset sails with her husband\, only now she’s here\nwithout him\, at rock bottom\, and determined to have one last decadent splurge on herself. Meanwhile\, the bride has accounted for every detail and every possible disaster the weekend might yield except for\, well\, Phoebe and Phoebe’s plan—which makes it that much more surprising\nwhen the two women can’t stop confiding in each other. \nIn turns absurdly funny and devastatingly tender\, Alison Espach’s The Wedding People is ultimately an incredibly nuanced and resonant look at the winding paths we can take to places we never imagined—and the chance encounters it sometimes takes to reroute us. \n 
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LOCATION:The Book House\, 15 Morris Avenue\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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SUMMARY:Meet the Author : Liz Alterman\, Claire Casey's Had Enough
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at The Book House Long Branch for a special event where you can meet the talented author behind the captivating novel\, Claire Casey’s Had Enough. Liz Alterman will be sharing insights into her writing process\, inspirations\, and maybe even a sneak peek into her upcoming projects. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the creative mind behind this compelling story. See you there! \nAbout the Book \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBack in the day\, Claire had dreams. She was going to be somebody! Now a forty-something mom of three (four if you count her husband!)\, drowning in laundry and PTA chores\, with a job she can’t stand\, she’s finally had enough . . . A hilarious\, heartwarming mom-com\, perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella and Fiona Gibson. \nClaire Casey has reached her breaking point. For years\, she’s juggled it all: kids\, husband\, career\, and a never-ending list of responsibilities. But when the man who’s supposed to be her partner – who promised he wouldn’t let his phone die and would pick her up from the airport – completely forgets about her\, Claire snaps. \nIt’s the final straw. Claire is done. And so are they. \nSort of . . . maybe. (It’s not easy saying goodbye to sixteen years of marriage\, ok!) \nStill\, Claire’s determined to reclaim her life. She’s tired of being the overworked\, worn-out mom in her forties. She wants to be hopeful\, vivacious Claire again. \nAttending her college reunion reconnects her with former flame\, Alex. And while flirting with him over email is innocent\, his invitation to meet for drinks at a swanky hotel is not! \nAs Claire begins to rediscover the woman she was\, she’s forced to confront the harsh reality that recapturing her sense of self could blow up her marriage . . . Now Claire must decide: risk the unknown or rebuild the life she has\, flaws and all? \nTold over the course of a day in the life of this relatable heroine\, Claire Casey’s Had Enough is a laugh-out-loud mom-com that readers will adore!
URL:https://piervillage.com/event/meet-the-author-liz-alterman-claire-caseys-had-enough/
LOCATION:The Book House\, 15 Morris Avenue\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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SUMMARY:Meet the Author: Lori Krein of Chasing Bruce: Through the Backstreets and Beyond (Confessions of a Springsteen Fan)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting evening with Lori Krein\, the talented author of Chasing Bruce: Through the Backstreets. This in-person event will be held at The Book House Long Branch. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet the author\, get your book signed\, and dive into the world of Chasing Bruce. Mark your calendars and come join us for a night of literary fun! \nAbout the Book \n\n\n\n\nLori’s obsession with Springsteen began in the summer of 1981\, when she hid in the bathroom stall of a seaside bar for four hours because she heard that Bruce might show up. That experience kicked off a journey of music\, mayhem\, and magic that’s lasted for decades. This memoir is a tribute to the joy and connection Bruce has brought to her life and the lives of fellow fans who’ve shared their stories\, their memories\, and their hearts.
URL:https://piervillage.com/event/meet-the-author-lori-krein-of-chasing-bruce-through-the-backstreets-and-beyond-confessions-of-a-springsteen-fan/
LOCATION:The Book House\, 15 Morris Avenue\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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SUMMARY:Author Event | Justin Campana\, author of My Old Friend
DESCRIPTION:Author Event | Justin Campana\, author of My Old Friend \nCome join us for an exciting author event featuring Justin Campana\, the brilliant mind behind the captivating novel My Old Friend. Get ready to dive into the world of his book and hear firsthand about his inspiration\, writing process\, and more! \nLocation: The Book House Long Branch \nDon’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to meet the author\, ask questions\, and maybe even get your book signed. Grab your friends and book lovers alike for a memorable experience!
URL:https://piervillage.com/event/author-event-francesco-bonavita/
LOCATION:The Book House\, 15 Morris Avenue\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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SUMMARY:Author Event | Lisa Kissel and Liz Alterman
DESCRIPTION:Lisa Kissel – ‘The Widow on Dwyer Court’ and Liz Alterman – ‘The House on Cold Creek Lane’ \nLisa Kusel shares a behind-the-scenes look at penning her spicy suspense novel\, The Widow on Dwyer Court which was released July 16. A Jersey girl at heart\, Lisa grew up in Edison and currently lives in Burlington\, Vermont where she writes at a desk overlooking Lake Champlain. Before crafting this twisty psychological thriller\, Lisa published a memoir\, Rash\, about her family’s bold move to Bali. Prior to that\, she wrote a novel\, Hat Trick\, and a collection of interconnected short stories\, Other Fish In the Sea. \n  \nLisa talks about her uncommon writing path spanning multiple genres and how her newest novel\, which bestselling author Samantha Bailey calls\, “incredibly clever\, unique\, and compelling\,” had several iterations before arriving in its current form. The story\, which is told from two points of view\, includes an erotic novel within the novel. \nThe Widow on Dwyer Court tells the story of thirty-six-year-old stay-at-home soccer mom Kate Burke\, who\, to the casual observer\, appears happily married to Matt Parsons. But behind closed doors\, their marriage looks very different. So\, While they still love each other madly\, Kate is no longer interested in having sex with her husband. To satisfy their needs\, they make an arrangement: Matt can have one-night stands with other women on work trips\, but when he returns home\, he has to tell Kate about them—every juicy detail. Why? Beecause Matt’s adulterous affairs inspire and fuel Kate’s secret career as a beloved erotic romance novelist. \n  \nWhen Annie Meyers\, an eccentric young widow\, moves to town with her daughter\, things become even more complicated.  At first Kate is smitten with this wild\, witty woman\, who gives her a much-needed break from the other picture-perfect suburban moms\, although she’s not sure how much of her hidden life she’s willing to share with her new friend. But it turns out Annie has secrets too—big ones that could destroy all their lives.
URL:https://piervillage.com/event/author-event-lisa-kissel-and-liz-alterman/
LOCATION:The Book House\, 15 Morris Avenue\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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SUMMARY:Author Event | Gemma Marotta
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening at the Book House to meet Gemma Marotta\, Author of ‘Man of the House’ \n 
URL:https://piervillage.com/event/author-event-gemma-marotta/
LOCATION:The Book House\, 15 Morris Avenue\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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SUMMARY:Author Event | Korrie Leer
DESCRIPTION:Korrie Leer – ‘The Big Sibling Getaway’ and ‘Zoo-mate Wanted’ \nFirst came the boxes. Then the baby. Then the loud\, nonstop crying! Desperate to get away\, new big sister Cassie climbs into one of the empty boxes and sets off. She drives\, she sails\, and she soars…but she still hears whimpers. How far will Cassie have to go to finally get some peace and quiet? Perfect for families with new babies\, this imaginative picture book lets big siblings escape—and makes them want to come back.
URL:https://piervillage.com/event/author-event-korrie-leer/
LOCATION:The Book House\, 15 Morris Avenue\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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SUMMARY:Author Event | Liza Alterman | The House on Cold Creek Lane
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URL:https://piervillage.com/event/author-event-liza-alterman-the-house-on-cold-creek-lane/
LOCATION:The Book House\, 15 Morris Avenue\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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SUMMARY:Story Time with Author Lynsey Victoria
DESCRIPTION:Thursday June 13 @ 6pm: Story Time with Author Lynsey Victoria \nDr. Victoria will read aloud her first children’s book and answer questions about self-publishing. Bring the kids to enjoy story time\, learn about her publishing journey\, and get a signed book!
URL:https://piervillage.com/event/story-time-with-author-lynsey-victoria/
LOCATION:The Book House\, 15 Morris Avenue\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
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