Join us for a fun meet & greet with local New Albany author Deborah Waterhouse!  Deborah will read and talk about her award-winning book, The All Hearts Club.  There will be time for a Q&A at the end.  Stop by to meet Deborah and to explore her work!

Here is an excerpt from Amazon.com: "An uplifting children’s book about the journey of a young girl who faces her first day at a new school with nervousness and uncertainty. As Ellie navigates her way through meeting new classmates and adjusting to her new environment, she struggles to find a place where she truly belongs.

But just when the day seems to be going all wrong, Ellie discovers a heartwarming friendship and joins the “All Heart's Club,” a club where everyone is welcome. Through fun activities, teamwork, and acceptance, Ellie realizes that true friendship is about being kind, inclusive, and embracing everyone for who they are.

Perfect for young readers, parents, and educators, this book encourages themes of empathy, inclusivity, and self-confidence, all while teaching children the importance of kindness and acceptance. With colorful illustrations and relatable characters, "The All Heart’s Club" is a charming story that shows how one small act of friendship can turn a bad day into the best day ever.

Join Ellie on her heartfelt journey of discovery and see how she learns that everyone has a place in the “All Heart's Club!”

This event is free and all families are welcome!  The book is aimed at K-4th grade.