Debut Author Spotlight: Shelly Chatterelli

Be among the first to celebrate the release of Knowin’ Sugar, the highly anticipated new novel from Ann Arbor’s debut author and friend of Zingerman’s, Shelly Chatterelli! The book will be released on June 23rd—just in time for our launch event on July 14th! Set against a richly drawn backdrop of rural Appalachia, Knowin’ Sugar invites readers into a poignant coming of age story that reminds us of what it means to belong to a place and a people.
The Roadhouse will welcome Shelly for an engaging evening of conversation, as she shares her inspiration behind the book, her writing journey, and the stories that shaped this remarkable debut. Guests will enjoy a lively author discussion between Shelly and Ari Weinzweig, audience Q&A, and the opportunity to have books signed following the presentation. Included with your registration, Appalachian-inspired Roadhouse appetizers will be served as well!
Whether you’re a devoted fiction reader, an aspiring writer, or simply looking for a memorable evening of storytelling, this special event offers a chance to connect with a compelling new voice in contemporary fiction—and to celebrate the launch of a book destined to spark conversation.