Join us for a live reading from North Woods at Night and Rivers of Ink at the Waterville Public Library on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, from 5:30-6:30 pm!

The event will feature readings by Sherry Pineau Brown, Sarah Carlson, Wiliam Carpenter, Jean Anne Feldeisen, Annaliese Jakimides, and Twinkle Marie Manning.

Oliver & Friends Bookshop will be there, selling copies of both books. A portion of the proceeds from every sale of North Woods and Rivers of Ink, respectively, will be donated to the Forest Society of Maine and Friends of Katahdin Woods & Waters, supporting their efforts to conserve Maine's forest heritage for future generations. We hope to see you there!

North Woods at Night is a lyrical anthology exploring Maine’s iconic forest under the cover of darkness. With each story and poem, readers journey into a world both eerie and enchanting, as 38 writers reflect on the solitude and wonder of the North Woods after sunset. This collection celebrates the nocturnal beauty of a land where shadows deepen, stars dazzle, and the wilderness whispers.

Learn more: https://12willowspress.com/north-woods-at-night/

Rivers of Ink: Literary Reflections on the Penobscot invites readers on a journey through Maine's storied Penobscot River. This anthology blends poetry and prose from a diverse collection of writers, offering meditations on the river’s natural beauty, cultural significance, and environmental challenges. Guided by heartfelt storytelling, the works explore connections between humanity and nature, honoring the river’s role as both a life source and a mirror of resilience. With proceeds supporting conservation, Rivers of Ink stands as a testament to the enduring relationship between people and place. As one contributor reflects: “The Penobscot knew the way all along.”

Learn more: https://12willowspress.com/home/books/rivers-of-ink/