Inkberry Books: November 15th at 7:00 PM

A small town's deadly past is exposed in the newest installment of the suspenseful National Forest K-9 series by Kathleen Donnelly.

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December 6, 2024

6:00 - 8:00

Opening and Reception for Ukranian Artist Alex Gogoliev

Trying to translate the strange and wonderful imagery from my dreams into quick sketches gave me the first push to create. Dreams are often beyond words, and a sketch can be the perfect tool to capture their essence. St first, I used a simple pen, but as my passion deepened, I transitioned to ink pens for a more refined expression.

Another important source of inspiration for me is travel. Every chance I get to explore new places and fully immerse myself in nature is a cherished experience. When I'm out in the world, all the noise and distractions fade away, and I'm reminded of what truly matters. In those moments, I find clarity and can truly witness the moment. And hopefully capture this moment in my art. I know that no painting or photograph can truly replicate being out there and seeing with your own eyes. But I carry those moments within me, allowing them to shape and inspire my art, filtered through my own perception.

My children also continue to inspire me. When we're outdoors as a family, their innocent wonder and excitement are contagious. Through their eyes, I'm able to rediscover the beauty of the world, which deepens my appreciation and inspires my work even more.

To learn more, please visit https://www.alexgogoliev.com/

Inkberry Books: December 13th at 7:00 PM

Beyond Sweazn, through a thin veil of time and space, the realm of souls faces its own peril. A plague of darkness spreads rapidly, and Prince Nyx knows too well the agony and exile it brings. Eira's recurring dreams and lost memories drag her into Majikaero, a magical realm of souls. Here, she encounters new allies and foes, including Nyx, the deviously alluring shadow prince who Eira can't help but feel irrevocably drawn to.

Eira learns she once thrived in Majikaero, her soul radiant with healing power. Now, confronted with the mysteries of her origins, the plight of her damaged friends, and the encroaching darkness, she must summon the strength and magic to protect both realms.

Eira must face the trauma of her past and find the one thing that can save those she loves: the light within.

The Light Within is book one of a thrilling new adult fantasy romance series that is centered around themes of mental health and healing.

She has a passion for helping those impacted by trauma and mental health issues, and in general, she loves to build deep, healing connections. While Carliann adores her current work as a licensed clinical social worker in private practice, she wants to fuse her mental health specialization with one of her favorite things: fiction stories.

She currently writes fantasy romance that focuses on mental health, trauma, and darker themes. Her goal is multi-purposed. Carliann wants to continue aiding those who have experienced trauma and mental health issues through the art of storytelling. She also wants to bring readers the joy, laughter, tears, and many other feelings experienced from immersing yourself in a character's life.

When Carliann is not writing, she thoroughly enjoys spending time with her husband and pet children, reading more books than she has room for, spending time outdoors, traveling and exploring, stress baking with music, and laughing with her loved ones. She’\'s an Illinois native who felt drawn to the West. If you can't find her cuddled up with her feisty two cats and excitable pup, you'll see her hiking in the mountains or at one of the local shops with a new treat and shaken espresso.

Inkberry Books: December 14th at 7:00 PM

and horse sense, and a deep friendship with a woman born on the ranch, Victress began a journey that shattered old defenses and loosened the grip of the lifelong fears that bound her.

A Tree With My Name On It is not a handbook on healing trauma. It is a living, breathing, messy story of one woman trying her hardest to free her wounded heart and uncover her true self.

"A riveting and intimate tale of a woman's journey in search of a home, in her body, in her spirit and in the land. I couldn't put it down..." Tsultrim Allione, Author --Wisdom Rising: Journey into the Mandala of the Sacred Feminine

"A beautiful poem of a memoir about what it means to be an American woman, an engaged Buddhist, and a fully alive, open-hearted human being." Brad Wetzler, Author -- Into the Soul of the World, My Journey to Healing

documentary and educational films, which took her to challenging communities across the United States and as far away as Tibet. After retiring from filmmaking, she began writing full time -- poetry, creative non-fiction and screenplays. In 2019, she took a big leap and began writing a memoir. Four years later, A Tree With My Name On It: Finding a Way Home was finished and in the fall of 2023, it was picked up by Bold Story Press.

Victress teaches writing and contemplation workshops, travels and spends time with her children and grandchildren. She is a long-time meditator in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition and was ordained as a Buddhist teacher in 2013.