# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Melbourne Book Launch - Casa Mia by Josie Montano and Kristen Willis
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 08:30 am – Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Event Description**: Casa Mia Melbourne Book Launch
Written by Josie Montano and Illustrated by Kristen Willis
 
Date: Tuesday 31 March 2026
Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Location: CO.AS.IT. 199 Faraday Street, Carlton
Free Event
Booking Required
 
IP Kidz, an imprint of Interactive Publications Pty Ltd, is proud to announce the launch of Casa Mia, a touching new picture book celebrating the deep bond between a grandfather and his grandson, written by award-winning author Josie Montano and illustrated by Kristen Willis.

In Casa Mia, young Carlo notices his grandfather, Nonno, is missing the “twinkle” in his eyes. When asked if he wants to come home with the family, Nonno explains that he longs for his real home - his “casa mia” in Italy - but is simply too old to travel back. Determined to restore his grandfather’s happiness, Carlo searches through dusty photo albums and uncovers Nonno’s special keepsakes, including his old piano accordion. Carlo then transforms Nonno’s living space to bring Italy to him, welcoming him to his new “Casa mia”. The story beautifully illustrates that home is where you make it, resulting in “happy tears” and a renewed sense of belonging for Nonno.


About the Creators:

Author Josie Montano is an international award-winning screenwriter and author with over 25 years of experience and 70 published resources. As a 1st generation Australian of Italian migrants, she incorporates her lived experiences into her work to “advocate, celebrate diversity and lay down stories of the Italians” and their contributions to Australia.

Award-winning Illustrator Kristen Willis brings the story to life with a style influenced by a childhood “fuelled by biscotti and sugar cane.” Trained as a fine artist and graphic designer, she blends “pigments and pixels” to internalise and visualize family memories.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/melbourne/melbourne-book-launch-casa-mia-by-josie-montano-and-kristen-willis/200029781193737
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, music, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 47

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Melbourne
- **state**: VI
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: 189-199 Faraday Street, Carlton, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3053
- **lat**: -37.79909
- **long**: 144.96811
- **full address**: 189-199 Faraday Street, Carlton, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3053, 189 Faraday St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia, Melbourne

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Melbourne Book Launch - Casa Mia by Josie Montano and Kristen Willis being held?
  - **A:** Melbourne Book Launch - Casa Mia by Josie Montano and Kristen Willis takes place on Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 08:30 am to Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 am at 189-199 Faraday Street, Carlton, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3053, 189 Faraday St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia, Melbourne.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Melbourne Book Launch - Casa Mia by Josie Montano and Kristen Willis?
  - **A:** Melbourne Book Launch - Casa Mia by Josie Montano and Kristen Willis is organized by COASIT Melbourne.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Melbourne Book Launch - Casa Mia by Josie Montano and Kristen Willis 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 Melbourne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Melbourne Book Launch - Casa Mia by Josie Montano and Kristen Willis sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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