Event date: July 22, 2025
Event Time: 06:30 PM – 07:30 PM
Description:
Our July title is A Place Called Home by David Ambroz. As young children, David and his siblings wandered the streets searching for shelter, food, and warmth while their mother struggled with mental illness. When David is placed into foster care, he initially sees it as a beacon of hope, only to find that it brings its own set of dangers. Shuffled between abusive homes and enduring the cruelty of those who rejected him for his emerging sexuality, David’s experience paints a picture of systemic failure. Amid the turmoil, David found refuge and hope in libraries, schools, and the kindness of a few compassionate adults. A Place Called Home is a poignant journey from despair to hope. It is both a gripping personal story and a compelling call to action, urging readers to move beyond sympathy and advocate for meaningful change. Books will be available at McMahon Wintonbury or on the Libby app.
