Books & Blooms Paris Edition

Join us for Books and Blooms! Writer Christopher J. Newman will read from and sign copies of his new novel, By Way of Paris. We will pair this intriguing, dark mystery with a moody, beguiling bouquet of Paris roses and other seasonal blooms inspired by a night in the city of lights (and darkness).

A copy of the book and all floral design materials included with the class purchase. Tools and aprons provided. Light refreshments will be served along with a sampling of wines from Wines for Humanity in benefit of No Woman No Girl.

Please arrive by 6:15 to find your spot, mix and mingle and be ready for a 6:30 start time.

Christopher J. Newman was born and raised in Raleigh, North Carolina where he began writing stories from the back row of his high school math and science classes. What began as a hobby turned into an obsession and Newman's passion for storytelling took on two specific forms; novel writing and filmmaking. He spent the next ten years working as a freelance filmmaker by day and writing novels by night. In 2019, Newman decided to pursue writing further and moved to the United Kingdom to earn his master’s degree in creative writing from Bath Spa University. His year and a half spent abroad provided the inspiration for his debut novel, BY WAY OF PARIS. Newman currently works in marketing for a non-profit organization, moonlights as a freelance filmmaker, and works part-time as a university instructor, where he teaches storytelling through film.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The English Garden Raleigh Florist, 8820 Gulf Court, Raleigh, United States