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SUMMARY:Author Reading at The Open Book Simi Valley with Johanny Ortega
DESCRIPTION:Simi Valley book lovers\, let’s talk books!  \nI’m excited to announce that I’ll be visiting The Open Book in Simi Valley\, California\, on Saturday\, December 5\, 2026\, for an author reading! \nAs a Dominican-American author\, I write stories that explore identity\, family\, culture\, belonging\, and the complicated things we inherit from those who came before us. Whether I’m writing gothic horror for adults or contemporary fiction for younger readers\, those themes always find their way into my work. \nI’ll be bringing two of my books to share with readers. \nThe Ordinary Bruja by Johanny Ortega\n2026 International Latino Book Awards Gold Winner \nSomething in the dark knows her name. \nA haunting Dominican gothic horror novel about family secrets\, generational curses\, ancestral magic\, and a young woman confronting the darkness her family has kept buried. \nIf you enjoy atmospheric horror\, complicated family relationships\, folklore\, and stories where the supernatural reflects deeply human struggles\, this one is for you. \nMrs. Franchy’s Evil Ring by Johanny Ortega\nA middle-grade novel about friendship\, blended families\, courage\, and learning to speak up for yourself. \nWhen nine-year-old Isla is sent to live with her father and his new wife\, she’s convinced her stepmother is an evil witch whose mysterious ring holds dangerous powers. Armed with her imagination and help from her friends\, Isla sets out to uncover the truth. Along the way\, she discovers that fear\, assumptions\, and past hurts can shape how we see the people around us. \nA heartfelt story for young readers\, parents\, educators\, and anyone who believes that children’s voices deserve to be heard. \nWhat to Expect\nCome spend some time with me at The Open Book! This will be a wonderful opportunity to discover new stories\, learn more about my writing journey\, and connect over our shared love of books. \nWhether you’ve already read one of my novels or you’re discovering my work for the first time\, I’d love to meet you. \nAnd while you’re there\, take some time to browse the shelves and support an independent bookstore. These community spaces are so important for bringing readers\, authors\, and stories together. \n📍 Event Details\nDate: Saturday\, December 5\, 2026\nLocation: The Open Book Simi Valley\nAddress: 2880-A Cochran Street\, Simi Valley\, CA 93065\nEvent: Author Reading with Johanny Ortega\nReading Time: To be announced \nMark your calendars\, tell your bookish friends\, and come say hola! \nI hope to see you there! ❤️ \n#SimiValleyEvents #AuthorReading #CaliforniaAuthors #DominicanAuthors #IndependentBookstores
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LOCATION:The Open Book Simi Valley\, 2880-A Cochran Street\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing
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