Join local author Caren Simpson McVicker in conversation with author, dancer, and playwright, Kimerer LaMothe, as they discuss Caren’s debut novel, Henderson House, and the ups and downs (but mostly ups) of her publishing journey. Following the author talk, come celebrate with Caren and have your books signed during a reception at SVAC’s Yester House.

Sunday, August 27
3 p.m. Author Talk in Arkell Pavilion
4 p.m. Book Signing and Reception in Yester House
This is a free, ticketed event.*
*Please reserve your tickets in advance. If you would like to order a copy of Henderson House in advance, please click on the Buy Now button below. A limited supply will be available for purchase at the event. Books may also be purchased in advance at Northshire Bookstore or wherever you buy books.

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About Henderson House:
In May 1941, Bartlesville, Oklahoma, hums with talk of spring flowers, fishing derbies, and the growing war in Europe. And for the residents of a quiet neighborhood boarding house, the winds of change are blowing.

Self-proclaimed spinster, Bessie Blackwell, is the reluctant owner of a new pair of glasses. The landlady, Mrs. Henderson, senses that new tenant, Frank Davis, could throw Bessie’s spinster status into question with his gentle eyes and ready smile. But the scar on his forehead and rumors of divorce speak of a troubled past.

Bessie’s sister, Florence, knows all about troubled pasts. In a desperate attempt to undermine Bessie’s budding romance, Florence exposes the sisters’ darkest secret. A secret that will change their lives, and the lives of those they love, forever.

 

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About the author:

Born in Oklahoma, Caren lives in Vermont with her hubby, a rescue pup, and a barn cat turned happy house kitty. Caren is also a mom to two incredible humans and is an enrolled member of the Cherokee Nation. Henderson House is her first novel.