Book Release Party, August 9th
by Tsalagi Red
For our Elohi Gadugi Journal readers in Oregon, we would like to invite you to a book release party.
The Habit of Rainy Nights Press is hosting a Book Release Party and Reception for Shelley Davidow and her memoir, The Eye of the Moon, on Thursday, August 9th, 7:00 pm at The Hundreth Monkey Studio, 120 SE 16th Ave in Portland (SE 16th & Ankeny, one block south of Burnside).
Judith Barrington says about The Eye of the Moon:
“Shelley Davidow’s extraordinary, lyrical prose is dense with fragrance, eroticism, and the poetry of recalled passion. The short sections read like perfect snapshots of the past, holding a rhythm and deep sensuality reminiscent of French writers like Monique Wittig and Helene Sixous, whose work this memoir joins as a classic feminist tale–a gem of wisdom and beauty.
“In this important memoir, Davidow’s personal history lives alongside the unfolding, violent history of her homeland, South Africa. Her own particular coming-of-age story walks the steaming red earth of that land….”
You are invited to join us in welcoming Shelley back to Oregon, chat, and listen to her read briefly from her book. Copies will also be available for purchase and signing. We will have refreshments, wine, and light fare.
Please RSVP by calling Duane or Patricia at 503-284-6403 if you plan on coming (not absolutely necessary, but it helps us plan for turnout).
Shelley’s Portland reading itinerary is as follows:
- Tuesday, August 7 at 7 pm, Annie Blooms
- Thursday, August 9 at 7 pm, Book Release Party at The Hundreth Monkey Studio
- Monday, August 13th at 7 pm, I Love Monday reading series at Borders Books, downtown
