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Promotional flyer for the book 'A Childhood Exhumed' by Gwen Lamont and Penny Eizenga, featuring author and filmmaker Gwen Lamont, filmmaker and actor Penny Eizenga, two book covers, pricing and ticket details, and event information on a black background.

The View From Coffin Ridge: A Childhood Exhumed - Author Reading + Conversation Event $50.00

The View From Coffin Ridge: A Childhood Exhumed - Author Reading + Conversation Event

$50.00

The View From Coffin Ridge: A Childhood Exhumed
A Memoir by Gwen Lamont

Since the book release on May 31st, 2024, 28 author events have been held at Coffin Ridge (2), Goderich, Lion's Head, Parry Sound, Kincardine, Southampton, Hanover, Collingwood, Stratford, London (2), Colpoy's Bay, Markdale, Owen Sound (2), Ottawa, Arnprior, St. Mary's, Peterborough, Meaford, Red Bay, Toronto, Grimsby, Victoria, Nanaimo, Qualicum Beach and Comox.

Over 1300 people have attended these launches including representatives from municipal councils, federal government, women's shelters, youth support organizations, police departments and independent bookstore owners.

The feedback about the launch and the book continues to be overwhelmingly positive:

“….Truly the best book launch I’ve attended – the obvious and careful preparation, beautiful venue, and most of all a courageous author sharing her story”
“Gwen is a powerful writer and a compelling speaker. I can highly recommend this book”
“Gwen was incredibly poised and had an intriguing delivery of her story. That could not have been easy, yet she seemed to emanate an inner strength and power”
"The launch was so well curated with attention to detail....the audience was with Gwen in understanding....a feeling that was unexpected and like magic".
"While reading Gwen Lamont’s book I found myself laughing and crying at the same time."
"Gwen’s book launch was a must attend event for everyone on the frontlines of domestic violence.....She is a remarkable woman with a remarkable story."

Come and experience what everyone is talking about. Click below for tickets; no cash refunds.

Upcoming Dates and Locations:

Wednesday, October 21 at 7 p.m.
- The Mule Spinner (11 Lansdowne Ave), Hamilton
Thursday, October 22 at 7 p.m.
- Cambridge Golf Club (1346 Clyde Road), Cambridge
Tuesday, October 27 at 7 p.m.
- River Mill Inn (2 Cataraque St), Kingston
Wednesday, October 28 at 7 p.m.
- Waring House (395 Prince Edward County Road 1), Picton
Friday, October 30 at 7 p.m.
- Marsh Street Centre (187 Marsh Street), Clarksburg

Each $50 ticket includes:

- Signed Second Edition book
- Author reading + Conversation
- Bottle of Coffin Ridge wine
- Drink of your choice + nibblies
Hamilton & Clarksburg events also include:
- Screening of short film Bareface starring Canadian actor Sheila McCarthy
- Conversation between Gwen Lamont and filmmaker Penny Eizenga celebrating women's stories

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