Book Launch Party

Schedule

Sat Mar 21 2026 at 03:30 pm to 06:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Chicago, Illinois | Chicago, IL

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Get your tickets here: https://woo.ga/ChicagoEvent (Tickets come with a signed book!)
🕵️‍♀️ ATTENTION CHICAGO DETECTIVES: A Mystery is Brewing!
Orchid Island is coming to the Windy City! You’re cordially invited to celebrate the debut June’s Journey novel, “Death Wasn't Invited,” at our exclusive Chicago launch event. 🥂
When: March 21st, from 3:30pm to 6:00pm
Where: City Lit Books, Chicago
This is your chance to go behind the scenes of the mystery:
🖋️ Meet the Author: Sit down with the brilliant Carlene O’Connor.
📚 Get Signed: Take home a personalized, signed copy of the debut novel!
🎁 Special gifts: Unique June's Journey merch.
💎 In-game goodies: Test your knowledge and get a special in-game iconic Paris decoration from community stars April and Dario.
🧁 Solve & Socialize: Enjoy delicious treats and trade theories with fellow local detectives.
Signing up for this Facebook event does not guarantee a ticket; you need to purchase one in the link above!
📷 Please note that there will be photography and videography during the event. These photographs and recordings will be used for Wooga’s marketing, inter-company communications and public relations purposes, particularly for use in marketing videos, social media posts, advertisements and other promotional materials. If you do not want to be photographed or filmed, please inform the photographer during the event.
Seat are limited: https://www.citylitbooks.com/events/4526020260321
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