The Waters: Author Talk & Signing

Fables Books is excited to announce our exclusive author talk and book signing with Bonnie Jo Campbell, the celebrated author of The Waters, a Today Show #ReadWithJenna Book Club selection.

Step into the mysterious and mesmerizing world of The Waters as we welcome acclaimed Michiana author Bonnie Jo Campbell for an evening of storytelling and exploration on Thursday, November 7th, at 7 pm. Set in the isolated and mythic landscape of Michigan’s Great Massasauga Swamp, The Waters tells the story of Hermine “Herself” Zook, an eccentric herbalist, and her wild granddaughter, Dorothy “Donkey” Zook, who navigates life amidst family secrets and divided communities.

Bonnie Jo Campbell, renowned for her nuanced portrayals of rural life, returns with a novel that dives deep into the complexities of womanhood, nature’s resilience, and the struggles of small-town life. This compelling narrative has been praised in Roxane Gay’s newsletter, The Audacity, featured as one of Oprah Daily’s Most Anticipated Books, and recognized as one of the Chicago Review of Books’s Must-Read Books.

This event will feature a captivating conversation between Bonnie Jo Campbell and Dawn Burns, author of Evangelina Everyday. Together, they will explore the themes of The Waters, sharing insights into the characters, setting, and the writing process behind the novel. In addition to discussing The Waters, Bonnie and Dawn will talk about their experiences as writers, offering reflections on storytelling, creativity, and the craft of writing. The evening will include a reading, a Q&A session, and a chance to have your book signed.

Tickets are available upon purchase of Bonnie Jo Campbell’s book The Waters. Hardcovers are $30, and paperbacks, releasing on Tuesday, October 29th, are $18.99. Dawn Burn’s Evangelina Everyday will also be available for purchase during the event. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet these fabulous Michiana authors!