Author Sally Allen Speaks to 'Moms in Weston'

April 20, 2015 (WESTON, Conn.) -- With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, what better time to discover “The Best Books for Moms?” Enter Westporter, Sally Allen, PhD and author of Unlocking Worlds: A Reading Companion for Book Lovers (Griffins Wharf, November 2015). Allen will be the featured speaker at a social gathering for the Moms in Weston Facebook group, run by active Westonite Catherine Revzon. The event will take place on Monday, May 2 in the Community Room at The Weston Library, 56 Norfield Road, from 10:00 - 11:30 am.

“We’re thrilled to have Sally Allen as our guest speaker,” Revzon said. ‘The Best Books for Moms’ is the ideal outing for our group and a great way to foster connections and community.”

The author will discuss top titles for mothers’ reading (and gift) lists, discussing varied themes and categories to suit diverse readers. Allen’s presentation will be followed by a Q & A, book signing, light refreshments, and a door prize drawing for a Mother’s Day gift basket. Reservations are encouraged, though walk-ins are welcome; please e-mail Aline Weiller at wordsmithllc@optonline.net by to reserve your spot. Admission is free.

“Reading is both highly personal and deeply communal. My book is about both of these aspects. I’m excited to share the reads that have enriched my life and to inspire readers to reflect on the books that have enriched theirs,” says Allen. “For me, my joy -- whether through this book, Books, Ink, or leading book discussions -- is to generate conversation with and among book lovers.”

Allen has always loved books, almost to a fault. At the age of eight, she was nearly sent home from a friend’s birthday party for reading during the festivities. A lifelong avid reader, Allen is a writer, college instructor, book group moderator, and founder and editor of the book news website, Books, Ink at Hamlethub. She holds a PhD in English Education and MA in English Literature and has taught expository writing, literature, and communications to undergraduates at New York University, Fairfield University, and Post University. In addition, the author facilitates private book group discussions. Her writing about books has appeared in print and online magazines and news sites. Allen’s experiences as a reader, writer, and teacher collectively led her to the creation and release of Unlocking Worlds.

For more information on Sally Allen or to book her for an appearance, visit www.sallyallenbooks.com.