Our July Book Club pick is The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi. We'll meet at the library on July 7th at 7:00pm for a live virtual Q & A with the author, followed by a 30-minute book group discussion. Or, simply join the live virtual event online from home (or from wherever your summer travels take you)!
Register and view more upcoming virtual Author Talks here: https://libraryc.org/lyonsregionallibrary
Alka Joshi was born in India and immigrated to the US when she was nine years old, and published her debut novel, The Henna Artist, at the age of 62. The Henna Artist transports readers back to 1950s India and follows Lakshmi Shastri, a skilled henna artist, and herbalist. While working for Jaipur’s elite, Lakshmi hides an abusive marriage she ran away from 13 years ago. Unfortunately, her husband finds her and appears with a sister Lakshmi knew nothing about. Lakshmi’s well-thought-out future is severely disrupted.
In this interview, Alka will share her inspirations for her work, how her mother’s life story has influenced her writing, and what it’s been like working on creating a Netflix series based on her books, and will answer questions from the audience.