
I Have This Thing for Flowers: Nielsen Luncheon with Alysia Sawchyn
Intimate author talk and Q&A with Alysia Sawchyn exploring flower focused creative writing techniques and excerpts from her forthcoming book, accompanied by a complimentary luncheon in a relaxed campus lounge.
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