An outsider to the Carolina hills inherits a gift that could change everything for her beloved creek town on the verge of dying out, from an author of whom NPR said writes “with a deep knowledge of the enduring myths of Appalachia…vividly portraying real people and sorrows.” If you love Ron Rash and Delia Owens, you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with Leah Weiss! REVIEWS: “The Creek, The Crone, and the Crow is an impressive blend of history, folklore, and imagination. Kate Shaw and Lydia Brown are memorable characters who are courageous and persevering in their fight against injustice.” — Ron Rash, New York Times bestselling author “I was captivated from the first page of this beautifully crafted story. With rich prose, an evocative setting, and intriguing characters, Leah Weiss had me completely engaged in a world where the people are mysterious and the land holds its secrets close.” — Diane Chamberlain, New York Times bestselling author of The Last House on the Street “Leah Weiss’s third novel, The Creek, the Crone and the Crow begins with an ending, the loss of a way of life which forces change. With this change is the start of an enchanting, mystical journey, where deeply held secrets lead to intrigue and self-discovery. Weiss leans into the folklore of the beloved Appalachian region, allowing those secrets to unfurl like the petals of a blooming flower. Reading The Creek, the Crone and the Crow is an immersive exploration of a distinctive setting and the alluring people who inhabit it. A divine and captivating story, it’s one I hope readers will enjoy as much as I did.” — Donna Everhart, USA Today bestselling author of When the Jessamine Grows “Leah Weiss has masterfully captured the magic of Appalachia and the soul of her people. Through strength and sisterhood, the healing power of mountain folklore is revealed—and maybe, just maybe some secrets are meant to stay buried.” — Rose Martin, Host, Write Around The Corner, Blue Ridge PBS. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Leah Weiss is a Southern writer born in North Carolina and raised in the foothills of Virginia. Her debut novel If the Creek Don’t Rise was released in August of 2017. Her short stories have been published in The Simple Life magazine, Every Day Fiction and Deep South Magazine. Never been to Books Over Drinks? Your ticket inclues entry to the event, a signed copy of the book, and a signature cocktail or mocktail.
