Reading and Writing Events @ BOLD Coffee & Books

BOLD is thrilled to host a reading with Pamela Nickel Williams, author of Clearly Lies Are True, in conversation with Shavaun Scott, author of Nightbird.

Join us for an evening of inspiration and revelations as author Pamela Nickel Williams shares her journey from cult follower to cult survivor and advocate. Sharing excerpts from her book, Pamela will engage in a Q&A as she shares her healing journey. Pamela is an accomplished educator who has taught in the public education system, the private sector, and in higher education. She has been a guest on several podcasts including Speaking of Cults, IndoctriNation, and Divorcing Religion.

Pamela will be in conversation with Shavaun Scott. Shavaun is the author of Nightbird, a memoir that delves unflinchingly into the complex dynamics of revenge suicide in the context of abusive relationships.

Pamela Nickel Williams was born into Scientology. Her memoir, Clearly Lies Are True, is a powerful and compelling first-hand narrative account of her experiences as a child during the early inception of Scientology. Through detailed experiences and vivid memories, she reveals how this cult powerfully and forcefully shaped her childhood and her family.

Shavaun Scott has been a psychotherapist for over 30 years. She specializes in trauma recovery.

Arrive at 6:30 p.m. to grab a snack or drink. The event will start at 7:00 p.m.

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Event cohosted by BOLD Coffee & Books and Indigo: Editing, Design, and More.

BOLD is thrilled to host our new Holiday Artist Pop-up series this season!

Join us this December as we host Portland-area artists and creators for connection, creativity, and fabulous gifts for your friends and family. Get cozy, hang out, take some amazing pieces home with you, and learn more about what our stellar artist community is up to going into the new year.

For this pop-up event, we’re so excited to welcome Prince Of Fashion!

Nathanial Owens (he/they), aka Prince Of Fashion, is a two-year crochet artist who specializes in streetwear and comfy wear with high-fashion edge! They’re a mixed queer half robotic king. Nathanial is all about affordability and comfortability and is excited for y’all to see/wear/use their work.

Find out more about Prince Of Fashion here, via Instagram, or TikTok.

The pop-up event will begin at 12:00 p.m. and wrap up at 4:00 p.m.

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Event cohosted by BOLD Coffee & Books and Indigo: Editing, Design, and More.

BOLD is thrilled to host a reading with Eddie Ahn, the artist and author of the national bestseller, Advocate.

Join us for a talk as well as an audience Q&A with Eddie Ahn. He continues to talk in sold-out events in San Francisco, Seattle, Chicago, Sacramento, and New York.

Advocate has also been named a Best Graphic Novel of Year by the American Library Association and the Washington Post, as well as an Asian Pacific American Literature Award Honoree.

Born in Texas to Korean immigrants, Eddie grew up working at his family’s store with the weighty expectations that their sacrifices would be paid off when he achieved the “American Dream.” Years later after moving to San Francisco and earning a coveted law degree, he then does the unthinkable: he rejects a lucrative legal career to enter the nonprofit world.

In carving his own path, Eddie defies his family’s notions of economic success, igniting a struggle between family expectations, professional goals, and dreams of community. As an environmental justice attorney, he confronts the most immediate issues the country is facing today, from the devastating effects of Californian wildfires to economic inequality, all while combating burnout and racial prejudice. In coming fully into his own, Eddie also reaches a hand back to his parents, showing them the value of a life of service rather than one spent only seeking monetary wealth.

For this event, you can also have your book signed and stamped with special art! This event will be held in person with snacks provided. Eventbrite ticketholders will be entered for a raffle for original art (must be in person to win). RSVP via Eventbrite here. Each individual ticketholder will also receive a free small print or art item (1 item per email address, supplies are limited!).

Eddie Ahn has been an environmental justice attorney and nonprofit worker for fifteen years. While working as the executive director of the nonprofit Brightline Defense, he was inducted into California’s Clean Energy Hall of Fame for his work in equity and clean energy. A self-taught artist, Advocate is his first book.

Arrive at 6:30 p.m. to grab a snack or drink. The event will start at 7:00 p.m.

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Event cohosted by BOLD Coffee & Books and Indigo: Editing, Design, and More.