Join us for the quarterly local author showcase! This FREE event features two Bend authors, who will be in the store from 12:00pm-2:00pm to promote their books. Books will be available for purchase and signing. As a special treat, Kristi Turner will have her corgi, Stella, the star of her book with her for everyone to meet!
Kristi Turner lives in Bend and is a cancer survivor and fighter. She was diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer in December 2021. The cancer had spread to her lymph nodes and bones. After 12 rounds of chemotherapy, in the fall of 2022, she was then diagnosed with brain cancer. Kristi underwent radiation to target those tumors and continues infusions to this day. Most affected by her diagnosis was and still is, her son, the reason for this book.
Corgis Conquer Cancer
When Mom gets sick, Stella the Corgi and her loyal companions Bailey and Sherman spring into action with unconditional love and support. This beautifully illustrated picture book by cancer survivor and author Kristi Turner, with artwork by Suzanne Pell, follows a paws-on team through doctor visits, difficult moments, and triumphant milestones. Discover how three short-legged heroes with enormous hearts demonstrate that healing happens through presence, laughter, and devotion. Ideal for families navigating health challenges, parents nurturing empathy in their children, and anyone who understands the transformative power of canine companionship. A touching reminder that love truly does find a way to mend what's broken.
Monique Lecomte is a keynote speaker, leadership expert, and facilitator with a career spanning 20+ years in global business for iconic brands– Herman Miller, Knoll, and Hightower. Growing up in rural Alabama, she learned resilience and adaptability—skills that shaped her journey from small-town life to the boardroom.
What if the best leaders weren't the ones who followed a linear path but the ones who embraced a broader, more unpredictable road? The Expert Generalist: An Unpaved Road to Leadership is a compelling exploration of how fortitude, adaptability, and resilience can transform a life shaped by adversity into one of purpose, impact, and leadership. Through raw storytelling and powerful lessons, Monique Lecomte unpacks the mindset and skills that helped her rise from a childhood of financial hardship in the American South to leading global teams, proving that leadership is not about fitting into a mold-it's about forging your own.
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