📚☕ Coffee Morning with Local Author Chris Penhall ☕📚Join us for an inspiring morning of conversation, creativity, and coffee!
We're delighted to welcome Chris Penhall, local author, broadcaster, and all-round book lover, for a relaxed and inspiring coffee morning at Beaulieu Community Centre on Tuesday 6th September
Chris will be sharing the story of her lifelong journey to becoming a published author – from her childhood dream to winning the Choc-Lit Search for a Star Competition in 2019 with her debut novel The House That Alice Built, and beyond.
With six published novels, a background as a radio and podcast producer (including time with BBC Essex and the Richard and Judy Podcast), and current work hosting the Books and Tunes radio show, Chris brings a wealth of creative insight and real-world experience to the table.
She’ll chat about:✨ Where she finds her inspiration✨ What she's learned along the way✨ Her current projects and what’s coming next✨ Tips for aspiring writers
A member of the Romantic Novelists’ Association and The Society of Authors, Chris also runs free Writing Buddies meetups, hosts the podcast Chris and Lizzie’s Random Bookish Chats, and interviews authors for the Essex Book Festival.
Whether you’re an avid reader, budding writer, or simply curious, this is a wonderful chance to meet a local author with a passion for storytelling.
Come along for great conversation, warm drinks, and a spark of inspiration!
This event has been made possible through grant funding from Chelmsford Garden Community Council.