Lawyer-turned-stay-at-home mom Sarah Shaw is struggling to keep it together for her two young sons and law professor husband. Since the death of their infant daughter, her husband has been buried in his career, her friendships have withered, and Sarah remains lost in a private world of grief. Then one day walking in L.A., Sarah’s heart catches at the sight of a young homeless woman pushing a baby in a stroller and saving them becomes her obsessive mission. An unlikely bond grows between Sarah and the young mother, Josie. When tragedy threatens Josie, Sarah discovers that she is capable of deceptions and transgressions she never imagined. Her lies unleash a downward spiral that will threaten her marriage, family and her sanity. “Shelter Us” speaks to the quiet joys and anxieties of parenthood and illuminates a place all parents know: that shadowy space between unconditional love and fear of unbearable loss.
Laura will be at {pages} and will be happy to sign copies purchased at the store.
On Saturday, August 8th join King Harbor Brewery for their Cask & Cheese Night with Vagabond Cheese Company. Enjoy a special cask of English Style Session Ale paired alongside artisanal cheeses hand selected by Vagabond Cheese. Cask tapping and cheese will be served beginning at 6 p.m. Event is free to attend, beer and cheese will be available for purchase.
Originally from the East Coast, when things didn’t go so well for her marriage, Laurie moved to Los Angeles. Her poetic novel “Shelf Life of a Valentine” explores falling in and out of love and how to manage. Entertaining, humorous and light-hearted, this local author has much to say about heartache, relationships and recovery. RSVP’s are appreciated. Call 310-318-0900 or email info@pagesabookstore.com
From the Academy Award-nominated filmmaking team behind “The Invisible War”, comes a startling exposé of sexual assault on U.S. campuses, institutional cover-ups and the brutal social toll on victims and their families. This is a topic much in the national news and this is a must see film for all young people, especially college bound students. Our goal in showing the film as a raise consciousness among young people of both genders. These issues are very real on many college campuses.
Following the screening there will be a discussion led by four high school and college students. RSVPs requested.
{pages} is pleased to present New York Times bestselling author (“The Language of Flowers”) Vanessa Diffenbaugh, who will be in Manhattan Beach to discuss her brand new novel “We Never Asked For Wings” at a special luncheon at Shade Hotel on Wednesday, August 19th. Advanced tickets are required. $65 includes a delicious lunch, a signed copy of the book and a chance to hear Vanessa discuss it in an intimate setting.
{pages} is pleased to present New York Times bestselling author Vanessa Diffenbaugh (“The Language of Flowers”, who will be in Manhattan Beach to discuss her brand new novel “We Never Asked For Wings” at a special luncheon given by {pages} at Shade Hotel on Wednesday, August 19th. Advanced tickets are required. $65 includes a delicious lunch, a signed copy of “We Never Asked For Wings” and a chance to hear Vanessa discuss her new book in an intimate setting. RSVPs required.
What was it like to be a driven and talented woman journalist in a world restricted by military regulations and gender barriers? Bestselling author Meg Waite Clayton delivers answers in her highly and widely anticipated new novel,” The Race for Paris.” Opening in Normandy on June 29,1944, the novel follows two tenacious American female war correspondents on their quest to document, and make history by covering the liberation of Paris from the center of the action. Inspired by real women like Martha Gellhorn, Margaret Bourke-White, Dot Avery, and Lee Miller.
We will read and discuss:
“Go Set A Watchman” by Harper Lee
Facilitated by Linda & Margot
All welcome. RSVP’s appreciated.
MB middle schoolers will be so excited. “Voyageurs:Project Alpha” is the first in an exciting new multi-platform middle-grade series, Set in a world in danger, without a renewable source of clean energy, and only a spaceship piloted by children can reach the essential elements that are scattered throughout the galaxy. Six books will be published within a span of less than 12 months and will be written by 6 different blockbuster authors. “Voyageurs” is equipped with a full online companion experience.
RSVP’s are appreciated. Please call 310-318-0900 or email info@pagesabookstore.com.
