Historical fiction author will speak at library event

AUTHORSPEAK

Author Nicola Harrison will give a presentation on Friday, Aug. 11, at 11 a.m. next to the Library at Veterans Plaza as part of the Leisure World Library’s AuthorSpeak series.

Harrison is the author of three historical fiction novels— “Montauk,” “The Show Girl,” and her latest “Hotel Laguna.” “Hotel Laguna” follows trailblazer Hazel Francis from the female-staffed factories of World War II to the sunsplashed beaches of Southern California on a daring journey to demand more for herself. Publisher’s Weekly calls this beach read, “One to savor.”

The presentation begins promptly at 11 a.m. Attendees may arrive as early as 10:30 a.m. to enjoy refreshments provided by the library.