Homesick Nomad: An Evening with Brianna Madia

Schedule

Wed May 20 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Bright Side Bookshop | Flagstaff, AZ

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Bright Side is excited to host Brianna Madia for the third time and celebrate the release of her newest book Homesick Nomad.-No Dogs Please
About this Event

Bright Side Bookshop is excited to host Brianna Madia on Wednesday, May 20th at 6:00pm.

Join New York Times bestselling author Brianna Madia for a conversation and signing of her new memoir, HOMESICK NOMAD: Settling into an Untethered Life on sale 4/7/26).

A ticket purchase is required for admission to this event and includes admission for one person and a hardcover copy of Homesick Nomad($28.99 retail price).

Preorder before April 7th for 10% off -- don't delay! We expect this event to sell out fast!

Can't make it to the event? If you would like to order a copy of Homesick Nomad to have signed by the author and will not be able to attend this event, please place your order through our website. Include the following note: "I would like this book to be signed by the author during her event on May 20th."

Pet owners: please leave your four-legged companions home for this event. Brianna's dogs will be in attendance and it is important to reduce any risk of stress or injury. Thank you for understanding!

ABOUT THE BOOK: New York Times bestselling author Brianna Madia returns with HOMESICK NOMAD: Settling into an Untethered Life (on sale 4/7/26; HarperOne; $28.99), a profound and moving memoir that delves into the complexities of self-discovery, independence, and the quest for home in an untethered world. Her new work invites readers to explore the landscapes of the American West and the equally vast terrain of the human heart.

Following her acclaimed books Nowhere for Very Long and Never Leave the Dogs Behind, Madia continues her exploration of an unconventional life. HOMESICK NOMAD chronicles her journey after leaving a marriage, embracing solitude, and navigating the challenges of modern connection. The narrative fearlessly confronts the pain of online harassment and the emotional weight of public scrutiny, offering a timely reflection on vulnerability in the digital age.

Through her signature blend of raw honesty and lyrical prose, Madia examines what it means to build a life on one's own terms. The memoir explores themes of financial independence, resilience, and the constant negotiation between freedom and societal expectations, including traditional expectations around motherhood.

Ultimately, HOMESICK NOMAD is a testament to the strength found in starting over and the courage it takes to define home for oneself. Madia’s journey through grief, healing, and newfound love offers a powerful and empathetic look at the search for identity.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

When completing your order, please make sure that you include your complete shipping address, phone number, and email address.

Please contact [email protected] with any questions. We hope you are as excited as we are about this amazing opportunity!

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Bright Side Bookshop, 18 North San Francisco Street, Flagstaff, United States

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