About to Fall Apart - book launch with Ashley Hickson-Lovence

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Marking the release of a brilliant new novel that explores the emotional and ethical aftermath of the tragic death of Emiliano Sala Join Stanchion Books for an event with Ashley Hickson-Lovence and chair Brian K. to mark the launch of Ashley's new book About to Fall Apart , a novel that follows Aidy, a writer of mixed heritage living on the Irish border, as he tries to finish a story about Sala while navigating grief, identity, and belonging over one weekend. — The book: 'Poignant and tender' - Ferdia Lennon 'A dynamic voice' - Irenosen Okojie 'Lushly written and formally audacious . . . moving' - Nicolas Padamsee This is the story of one man's weekend, a weekend in which everything could change. These lines could change everything /He sips more of his tinny /Imagines a new life. Aidy's just punched a co-worker, but he hasn't got time to deal with the fallout. With a deadline fast looming he must get home, knuckle down and finish the story he's been working on, a story he hasn't been able to stop thinking about. It's the story of a falling plane and of a grieving mother. Set across one weekend, About to Fall Apart is the exhilarating story of a man of mixed heritage - living on the Irish border - as he tries to stay positive, reconnect with his children and maybe, even, find his own birth mother. — The venue: The Volley is London's best place to enjoy football. Great viewing, an incredible beer selection, and exciting food. The Volley has step-free access at the front, disabled toilets and a lift up to the bar area. If you have any questions about accessibility, please email hello@stanchionbooks.com. — Can't make the event?: If you are not able to make the event, you can still preorder a signed copy of About to Fall Apart , just click the link below: https://stanchionbooks.com/products/about-to-fall-apart Orders are sent via tracked shipping and we ship worldwide.

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