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Meet & Greet with Author Dr. Franklin Thompson
Join us for a special afternoon with Dr. Franklin Thompson, local author, community leader, and former Omaha City Council member.
Sunday, September 13
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
The Book Nook Papillion
Come meet Dr. Franklin Thompson, author of the inspiring autobiography Confessions of a Murphy's Law Child, released in the fall of 2022.
In this compelling memoir, Dr. Thompson shares his remarkable journey of overcoming child abuse, racism, poverty, learned helplessness, and political adversity. His story offers hope, resilience, and insight for anyone striving to overcome life's challenges.
The book has received high praise from community leaders, including U.S. Congressman Don Bacon, former Omaha Mayor Hal Daub, Omaha City Councilwoman Aimee Melton, retired Omaha Police Chief Thomas Warren, and others. Reviewers have called it a must-read for educators, counselors, politicians, and professionals working in human relations, social services, and race relations.
Dr. Thompson served four elected terms on the Omaha City Council from 2001 to 2017 and later served as the Director of Human Rights and Relations for the City of Omaha from 2017 to 2022.
Stop by to meet the author, hear the story behind the book, ask questions, and have your copy personally signed.
We look forward to seeing you at The Book Nook Papillion on Sunday, September 13, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM