Rose Molina, historical fiction writer, will speak on Aug. 7

AUTHORSPEAK SERIES

The Leisure World Library will hold an AuthorSpeak event at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, in Clubhouse 4. Author Rose Molina will discuss her Bookfest winning coming-of-age historical fiction novel, “A Very Fine House.” Set in the United States amidst the turbulent events at home and abroad during the Vietnam War, the novel follows teenager Letty Marquez. Letty and her friends discover an elegant but decrepit Victorian mansion near their school and make it their hideaway from world outside.

The book is appropriate for both middle grade and adult readers alike. Family members are welcome to join the presentation, which begins promptly at 11 a.m. Arrive as early as 10:30 a.m. to enjoy refreshments provided by the library and to find preferred seating. Books will be available for purchase.

Rose Molina and her latest novel, "A Very Fine House"