Exploring Expectation & Fate with Special Guest Michael F. Stewart

Join The 'What Would Marcus Do?' Book Club for our first ever special event, an intimate evening with acclaimed Ottawa author Michael F. Stewart, exploring his moving novel Heart Sister.

In Heart Sister, the tragedy of a family’s loss unfolds into unexpected good in the lives of others, revealing how grief can give rise to unexpected meaning and transformation. Together, we will reflect on these themes as they resonate with the Stoic lens on fate and the expectations we carry.

This special evening invites readers, thinkers, and the simply curious to gather in thoughtful conversation about literature, philosophy, and the ways we respond to life’s turns.

Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Venue: Arlington Five in Ottawa, Ontario
Tickets: $18 each. Seating is limited so book early to reserve your spot.

• Welcome and introduction
• A talk by guest author Michael F. Stewart
• Guided discussion and audience Q&A, led by the WWMD team
• Open floor to connect and share reflections

Arlington Five will offer a cash bar with café drinks, along with alcoholic and non-alcoholic canned beverages. Complimentary popcorn will be available for all attendees.

• Meet the author and hear the story behind Heart Sister
• Explore timeless questions about fate, loss, and finding meaning
• Connect with a thoughtful, welcoming community in Ottawa
• Enjoy an intimate, ticketed event in a cozy local venue

Seats are limited. Reserve your spot today and be part of this special evening of literature and reflection.

Host or Publisher The 'What Would Marcus Do?' Book Club