Saturday, November 6, 2010
500 to 600 blocks of Frenchmen
New Orleans, LA
Who dat!
Christina-Marie will join fellow Mamaphiles #4: Raising Hell contributors in a reading at the New Orleans Book Fair at 11:45 am.
The book fair will feature two entire city blocks of indie authors and publishers, so grab a coffee and beignet at Cafe Du Monde and head on over to Frenchmen! The fair runs from 11AM to 6PM, and is free and open to the public.
Pajama Party at Gallery of THUM
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Spokane, Washington 99205
Pajama Party Fundraiser – By invitation only. Attendees must RSVP to galleryofthum@hotmail.com and submit $20.00 per person on
the gallery's donation page (bring some cash to the event, because I know you'll fall in love with the awesome gallery items, and want to buy my book, of course!). Space is limited, so RSVP ASAP!
Come enjoy Pixie Dust Chocolates, light BBQ tidbits, fun comedic repartee, and some lovely live music. Tom Quinn will be playing guitar, there will be a surprising singer or two, readings by local authors Christina-Marie Wright - reading from her current book, Everything I Need to Know About Motherhood I Learned from Animal House - and the famous William Maltese, reading from Africa: Spice Island Love (rated sexy so be prepared!).
There will be some other fun surprises including several art demonstrations. Some item of your pajama wardrobe or suitable substitute must be worn during the event - a robe, pajama top, nightgown, etc. Regular clothing underneath is a preference for revealing items. And for you daring darlings who sleep in the buff... yes, wear a robe!
Also? There's a muffin exchange! Bring a muffin to trade, and give it a great name. I'm not clear on whether recipes are requested, so bring yours - just in case.
Spokane is not my stomping ground, so I'm hoping a vast contingent of Gonzo Mama fans will make a strong showing to welcome me to the city. RSVP by email now!
Coffee and Cookies with The Gonzo Mama at Chelan Public Library
Thursday, September 16, 2010
7:00-8:00 PM
417 S. Bradley
Chelan, Washington
Enjoy an evening with Chelan's own "Gonzo Mama!"
Christina-Marie will be reading from her book, "Everything I Need to Know About Motherhood I Learned from Animal House," answering your questions, and signing books (available for purchase, provided by Riverwalk Books).
More definitely equals merrier, so bring your friends for this cozy evening!
For more information, call the library at 509-682-5131.
Bottles, Books and Babes at Edmonds Winery
Saturday, August 14, 2010
2:00-4:00 PM
Woodinville, Washington
Enjoy an afternoon of wine tasting, readings and book signings by three hot new authors!
Corbin Lewars (
www.corbinlewars.com), author of
Creating a Life: The memoir of a writer and a mom in the making; Monica Murphy Lemoine (
www.monicamurphylemoine.com), author of
Knocked Up, Knocked Down: Postcards of miscarriage and misadventure from the brink of parenthood; and Christina-Marie Wright (
www.thegonzomama.com), author of
Everything I Need to Know About Motherhood I Learned from Animal House, will be reading excerpts from their books in the tasting room at
Edmonds Winery.
Bring a friend, enjoy some great wine, and find a new favorite book!
For more information, call Edmonds Winery at (425) 774-8959.
Saturday and Sunday, August 28 and 29, 2010
Portland State University
Summer Book Fair and Benefit for Page Ahead Literacy Program
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
6:00-7:00 PM
Little Red Bistro 400 Dexter Avenue North
Seattle, Washington
Support a local woman author and contribute to a program that promotes literacy for children at the same time. Join us, raise a little money and purchase a great book to read during your August Beach Trip or Vacation.
This event will support the Page Ahead Literacy Program for Children in Washington State and we are hoping you will help us raise money for this worthy charity. Each of our Authors is generously donating one of their books....and we will be selling Raffle tickets to you!
Third Thursday Wine Tasting and "Meet the Author" Event at SweetRiver Bakery
Sample some of SweetRiver Bakery's favorite wines while enjoying the hilarious public spectacle that is author Christina-Marie Wright. She'll be reading selections from her new book, Everything I Need to Know About Motherhood I Learned from Animal House, and signing copies.
Make it a "Girls' Afternoon Out" and bring a gaggle of girlfriends... It's as much fun as Sex and the City, but with more sensible shoes. The venue is man- and kid-friendly, too, so bring the whole family!
Cheers!
Happy 10th Birthday, Odd Hours Books! Celebration and Author Appearance
Celebration 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Author Appearance 3:00 - 5:00 PM
East Wenatchee, Washington
Ten years ago, Cindy Davis took her place as the owner of Odd Hours Books in East Wenatchee, Washington. To celebrate, she's throwing a party all day on Saturday, July 10, complete with cake, coffee and tea. Stop in to share in the celebration, and be sure to stick around to meet author Christina-Marie Wright, who will be reading from her new book, Everything I Need to Know About Motherhood I Learned from Animal House, and signing copies from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Author Reading and Book Signing at Riverwalk Books with Corbin Lewars
Friday, June 18, 2010
7:00 PM
Chelan, Washington
Seattle author Corbin Lewars (
www.corbinlewars.com) will join local writer Christina-Marie Wright (
www.thegonzomama.com) at
Riverwalk Books for readings and book signings on June 18 at 7:00 p.m. The evening marks the latest stop on Lewars’s publicity tour for her book,
Creating a Life: The Memoir of a Writer and Mom in the Making, released in February by Catalyst Book Press. The event also serves as the official kick-off for Wright’s self-published book,
Everything I Need to Know About Motherhood I Learned from Animal House, released this month.
Creating a Life chronicles Lewars’s journey through wanting a baby more than anything, trouble getting pregnant, problems staying pregnant, quitting her job to become the editor of a women’s magazine only to have that publication become bankrupt, and, finally, her decision to take control of her body by giving birth at home. Marisa Cohen, Senior Editor of
Glamour magazine, said, “For anyone who has ever rolled their eyes and asked, ‘Why would anyone give birth at home?’ this memoir will not only give you an answer but have you cheering on the author as she triumphantly brings her baby into the world in a powerful, joyous way.”
Everything I Need to Know About Motherhood I Learned from Animal House is a humorous collection of Wright’s essays, anecdotes and musings on marriage, womanhood, society and parenting. The collection includes many reader favorites from her
Lake Chelan Mirror newspaper column as well as newer pieces. Dave T. Peckham, author of
Shepherd Warrior, said, “… a perfect blend of humor and real life happenings… a joy to read. No subject is taboo… a talented writer with the rare ability of stating the obvious while creating an environment of surprise and laughter for her readers which, I predict, will be many.”
Both authors will read selections from their books and be on hand to sign copies, available for sale by Riverwalk Books.
Riverwalk Books is located at 116 E. Woodin Avenue in Chelan. For more information, call (509) 682-8901.