Vernon-raised author Irish Beth Maddock is returning home this Saturday to officially launch her new children’s book, The Great Carp Escape.
The inspirational fish “tail”, ,based on a true story, is set on the shores of Okanagan Lake and follows two siblings as they hatch a plan to save the carp from a flood.
The book launch celebration takes place at Vernon Teach and Learn Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The event will feature an introduction by Vernon’s Pet Blog Lady Lisa Taron and will also include a book signing and readings by Maddock, and music by Calgary fiddler Sera Stuart.
Cake, lemonade and favours will also be served and a free book draw takes place at 3:45 p.m
