Advertisement
The West Passage presents a compellingly original fantasy world peopled by the strangest characters imaginableThird Place Books welcomes local artist and writer Jared Pechaček for the release of his dark fantasy novel, The West Passage, in conversation by Dannie Lynn Fountain. This event is free and open to the public.
For important updates, registration is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book!
About The West Passage. . .
When the Guardian of the West Passage died in her bed, the women of Grey Tower fed her to the crows and went back to their chores. No successor was named as Guardian, no one took up the fallen blade; the West Passage went unguarded.
Now, snow blankets Grey in the height of summer, foretelling the coming of the Beast. The too-young Mother of Grey House and the Guardian's unnamed squire set out to save their people.
Their narrow shoulders bear a heavy burden. Before them lies the West Passage, home to horrors and delights that defy imagining. None can say if they'll reach their destinations, but one thing is for sure: the world is about to change.
Praise for The West Passage. . .
“The West Passage is a glorious, gloomy labyrinth into which you have stumbled... and now you cannot get out, because you never wanted to leave to begin with.”
—Travis Baldree, author of Legends & Lattes
“A weird and wonderful tale, rich with imagination and utterly unique; Pechacek has crafted a literary gem of a novel.”
—Sunyi Dean, author of The Book Eaters
“Emotionally tender, thematically rich, and creatively stunning, The West Passage is a singular achievement in fantasy writing.”
—J.T. Greathouse, author of the Pact and Pattern series
“This is one of the finest fantasies of this decade, a sweeping storm of fiercely human creativity to drown the pallid temptations of our era's algorithmic storytelling.”
—Indra Das, author of The Devourers
“Vividly depicted, decidedly peculiar...a curious, but curiously charming, allegory of a world in crisis.”
—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“Fantastical world building and mind-blowing mythos... The West Passage is a spellbinding debut that cannot be missed.”
—Booklist, starred review
Jared Pechaček is an artist and writer based in Seattle, Washington. He is also a host of the Tolkien podcast By-The-Bywater. When he’s not doing any of that, he’s cooking, baking, or sewing something to wear to the opera.
Dannie Lynn Fountain is a multipassionate human - by day, she’s a Disability Accommodations Program Manager at Google and by night she supports clients and brands with HR-focused diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies. Her focus is on expanding disability inclusion within DEIB efforts by equipping people with the tools to craft change within their own situations, regardless of their seniority at work or authority within their team. Dannie Lynn has been interviewed or quoted in the New York Times, Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Bustle, Bloomberg, Business Insider, Cosmopolitan, and more. Beyond her professional career, Dannie Lynn is also a 7-time author. You can connect further with Dannie Lynn on Instagram @dannielynnfountain or on her website, www.danniefountain.com.
Want a signed edition of the featured book, but can't make it to the event? Order through our website or over the phone, and write your request for a signature or personalization in the comments field at checkout. Please call the hosting store if you're placing your order within 24 hours of the event.
Third Place Books Events Code of Conduct: Third Place Books is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of event attendees and guest authors, during both online and in-store events. By registering for this event, you are agreeing to refrain from engaging in inappropriate behavior and harassment of any kind throughout the course of this event (i.e. racial slurs, profanity, hate speech, spam comments, etc.). Please note that any participants who engage in inappropriate behavior or harassment of any kind will be immediately ejected from the event.
For media inquiries, access inquiries, or questions about our Covid-19 policies, please email [email protected] or call our Lake Forest Park store at (206) 366-3311.
Advertisement
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
6504 20th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, United States, Washington 98115
Tickets
