In-person Arts & Culture

Fall Feast of Words: Deborah Willis

Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025
7:00pm to 8:30pm

Strathcona County Library
Free
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Deborah Willis’ darkly humorous and timely debut novel braids reality TV and the climate crisis with billionaire-sponsored space travel.

The protagonist, Amber, enters a reality TV contest whose winners will be the first permanent couple on Mars. As she gets closer to her goal of leaving the planet, Amber’s long-time boyfriend Kevin has to reckon with the possibility of being left behind. We’re excited to welcome Deborah to the library for a thought-provoking discussion about what we’re willing to do to find meaning in our lives.

Strathcona County Library

401 Festival Lane
Sherwood Park, AB, T8A 5P7


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