# Event Details - **Event Name**: Author Talk with Laura Knoy - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us at the Bookery for an author talk, Q&A, and book signing with Laura Knoy, Author of "The Shopkeeper of Alsace"!About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/3413e870-7876-11f1-b2b4-69b6988c976e-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg About the Book:When WWII comes for her family, Sarah thinks she’s ready. She’s had training, after all, coming of age in Poland during World War I. In 1920, Sarah leaves behind the ruins of Poland for France, full of youthful hope and ambition. Jewish immigrants are welcome, and soon, she’s built the Perfect French Life. In the postcard-pretty Alsatian town of Colmar, she runs a thriving clothing store, gaining a reputation as astylish and savvy businesswoman. She has three adorable children, a gorgeous husband, and a close extended family. Sarah’s legendary sixth sense for trouble grows through the 1930s as Germany gathers strength under a frightening, new nationalist party. Everyone around her insists that France is doing all it can to avoid another war. But Sarah calls upon the lessons she learned in World War I. Stockpile essentials. Have an escape plan. And always Information Sheet be ready to run, hide, lie...whatever it takes to protect those you love.From the Great War in Poland to the long-contested borders of Alsace to the remote refuge Sarah finds in the Cévennes mountains, The Shopkeeper of Alsace is an uplifting tale of family, love, resilience, and one unstoppable woman. Perfect for fans of We Were the Lucky Ones, The Nightingale, and The Alice Network, this dramatic debut brings to life a little-known corner of wartime history—and an inspiring real-life heroine you’ll cheer for.You can get your copy of The Shopkeeper of Alsace in-store, on the Bookery website, or at the event! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/345bc6e0-7876-11f1-b452-0f2e0e513fce-rimg-w1090-h740-dc171513-gmir.jpg Photo credit: Allegra BovermanAbout the Author:Laura Knoy is an award-winning journalist. She founded New Hampshire’s most widely respected and recognized public radio program, “The Exchange,” which she hosted for 25 years. Laura has also worked at the national level; newscasting, hosting and reporting for NPR. Today, she’s an in-demand narrator, podcaster and public speaker. In her free time, Laura can be found reading or somewhere in NH’s great outdoors. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/author-talk-with-laura-knoy/100001990101457030 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, parties, workshops, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Bookery Manchester - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Manchester - **state**: NH - **country**: United States - **location**: Bookery Manchester - **lat**: 42.9901531 - **long**: -71.46330549999999 - **full address**: Bookery Manchester, 844 Elm Street, Manchester, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Author Talk with Laura Knoy - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/396530e1fd90a0a57bead0330734ac07f0fd426604bf12c0b559ccefa2b3baac-rimg-w1200-h600-dc1d324a-gmir.jpg?v=1779487874 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Author Talk with Laura Knoy being held? - **A:** Author Talk with Laura Knoy takes place on Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Bookery Manchester, 844 Elm Street, Manchester, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Author Talk with Laura Knoy? - **A:** Author Talk with Laura Knoy is organized by Bookery Manchester. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Author Talk with Laura Knoy is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manchester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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