Shannon Watts with Amanda Haas - Fired Up (Corte Madera Store)

Sat, Jun 28 • 4:00 PM

Book Passage

About this event

Join us for a special event celebrating Shannon Watts, the founder of Moms Demand Action, who will present her empowering new book, 'Fired Up: How to Turn Your Spark into a Flame and Come Alive at Any Age.' In conversation with Amanda Haas, an accomplished food writer and cookbook author, this event invites you to discover how to harness your potential and live without fear. Shannon shares insights from her experience, inspiring attendees to unleash their own potential and transform their lives. The event will take place in-person at Book Passage's Corte Madera Store. Ticket purchase includes a copy of the book.

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