Backslide Release Party with Nora Dahlia

Schedule

Mon Oct 27 2025 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Lovestruck Books | Cambridge, MA

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Nora Dahlia and Courtney Marzilli return to Lovestruck Books to discuss Nora’s latest release Backslide!
About this Event

Stop by Lovestruck Books to enjoy an evening celebrating Nora Dahlia’s latest novel Backslide! Nora returns with this heartfelt second chance romance—perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Abby Jimenez—that’s already stealing hearts and stirring up buzz.

We’re thrilled to welcome back the fabulous Courtney Marzilli, founder of Books Are Chic, who will be joining Nora for an engaging and fun conversation about love stories, writing inspiration, and everything in between. Expect laughs, swoons, and maybe even a few behind-the-scenes secrets.

There will be books, bubbly, and the kind of feel-good energy that makes October magic. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering Nora for the first time, this is the bookish night out you don’t want to miss!


EVENT DETAILS

  • 6:30 PM: Doors Open – Settle in, grab a drink from our cafe and wine bar, and get ready for a great discussion!
  • 7:00 PM: Discussion Begins Nora Dahlia and Courtney Marzilli will dive into Backslide.
  • 7:45 PM: Q&A Session – Your chance to ask the author anything!
  • 8:00 PM: Signatures, Snapping Pics, and Salutations – Meet the author, get your book signed, and snap a photo.
  • 8:30 PM: Last call - Grab your final pour from the wine bar.
  • 9:00 PM: Event Wraps Up – Thanks for joining us!


Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon! If the event sells out, you can join the waitlist. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer them to the next person.


ACCESSIBILITY

Check-in will take place at our front entrance on Brattle Street. If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp.

Guests who would benefit from priority seating or any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at [email protected]. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported.

We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you!


BOOK PICKUP POLICY

If you purchased a book with your event ticket but can’t make it to the event—and don’t request a refund—we’ll happily hold your book for pickup for up to 6 months after the event date.

We’ll be in touch via the email you provided at checkout to help coordinate pickup. After 6 months, if we haven’t heard from you or made other arrangements, we’ll consider the book abandoned property and may donate it or return it to inventory so it can find a new home.

Thanks so much for your understanding and for supporting our events—we love doing this with you!



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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Nora Dahlia is a lifestyle writer whose work has appeared in The New York Times, Elle, The Wall Street Journal, Vanity Fair, among others. Nora is also a branded content expert, book doctor, ghostwriter, collaborator, and writing coach. She lives in Brooklyn with her husband and two kids. She is the author of Backslide and Pick-Up.


ABOUT BACKSLIDE

Nellie Hurwitz doesn’t have a first love. She has a first hate: Noah-who-may-not-be-named. And she has refused to talk about what imploded their relationship since it ended abruptly near the end of high school.

For two decades, Nellie and Noah have managed to avoid seeing each other—but the gig is up when their respective best friends, Ben and Cara, plan an intimate vow renewal at a vineyard compound in Sonoma, California.

Nellie is determined to keep ancient history from ruining the trip Cara has worked so hard to plan—but dangerously close quarters bring up feelings both Nellie and Noah have carefully locked away for years. Even amidst the eye rolls, snipes and awkwardness of their forced proximity, the two can’t shake the heady attraction they’ve always shared.

Written in alternating timelines, teenage Nellie and Noah fall together and apart in 1990s New York, while, in the present day, they grapple with whether—despite the baggage of the past—there is still something real and unfinished brewing between them.

Ultimately, can they find a way to move forward? Or will they backslide and blow things up for good?


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ABOUT THE CONVERSATION PARTNER

Our moderator, Courtney Marzilli is a book lover, avid reader and loves all things chic! Marzili founded Bliss, Beauty and Books was founded in 2010. She has combined her love of books, beauty and pop culture and created a blog to share with her adoring fans. Fast forward to today and the birth of Books are Chic, a podcast.  After years of blogging she decided to take on new platforms supporting authors and books and sharing the things she loves. Books are Chic readers will find the chicest reads, the most fabulous authors with a sprinkle of fashion, pop culture and topped off with a beauty secret! Some posts have both inspired beauty looks from books! Follow Books are Chic on Instagram @booksarechic.



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Did you know we have both a cafe and a bar? Our bookstore is home to George Howell Coffee & Wine Bar. Serving up delicious espresso drinks, artisanal pastries and more seven days a week starting at 8 AM. At noon the bar comes alive with wine, cocktails, sweet treats, cheese and charcuterie plates, and more! Seating is available indoors and on our covered patio. Want to attend free coffee classes? Visit George Howell Coffee Eventbrite page and look for events listed at “George Howell Coffee & Wine Bar” (our Lovestruck Books location) to stay in the loop!



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