We are proud to sponsor a special Meet the Author event featuring Erin Blechman, Trunnis Goggins II, April O’Leary, and Thomas Hudson. Together, these authors will share books that bring comfort, hope, and inspiration to those navigating life’s most difficult challenges.
The featured books address powerful topics of loss and grief, suicide, mental health, and recovery and include:
- My Unexpected Journey: Reflections After Losing My Son to Suicide by Erin Blechman (memoir)
- Stories of Children Lost by Trunnis Goggins II, Erin Blechman, and 7 other authors (anthology)
- Stories of Veterans by Trunnis Goggins II and 9 other authors (anthology)
- Stories of Friends and Family Lost by Trunnis Goggins II and 15 other authors (anthology)
- Stories of Transgressions and Recovery by Trunnis Goggins II and 10 other authors (anthology)
- Sober Moms — by anonymous women
- The Old Cocoon — April O’Leary
- Something Deeper: 31 Spiritual Poems to Help You Navigate Life — Thomas Hudson
Books will be available for preorder before the event and for purchase onsite. A portion of sales will benefit NAMI Collier County.
In addition, we will be accepting contributions at the door to support NAMI Collier’s life-saving mental health services. Seventy percent of contributions are tax deductible to NAMI Collier (30% will go towards event expenses).
This event is more than just a “meet and greet.” Attendees will hear firsthand stories of resilience, courage, healing, and hope—stories that remind us we are not alone in our struggles. Light refreshments will be served.
We encourage you to share this opportunity with your community and members who may need encouragement, connection, and comfort.