We Happy Few Book Launch

Join us to celebrate the launch of ‘We Happy Few’, debut novel from Aren A. Morris.

The Book
As part of the city’s war effort, Polly Tremblay decides to train and work as a welder at the Halifax Shipyards. Affirmed by her work, Polly’s journey toward personal and professional independence begins. Soon, Victory in Europe is declared and Halifax erupts into riotous chaos – along with Polly’s future. Navigating the V.-E. Day mobs, Polly searches for her mother, the courage to forge her own path, and the soul of the city she adores.

Inspired by the real-life Halifax Five (a group of wartime female welders from across Nova Scotia), Aren A. Morris shares the provocative story of an exceptional young woman torn between being true to herself or the expectations of others. At its heart, We Happy Few is about women’s work and pleasure, and who gets to decide what that is.

The Author
Aren A. Morris is a Halifax-based educator and theatre maker. While this is Aren’s debut novel, her other works and endeavors (including creativity retreats, children’s theatre, and collaborations with local artists) have inspired audiences for years. She pulls her inspiration from: stories that stick with her, her former students and time spent in nature with her husband and two children.

The Host
Gratitude to Lisa Drader-Murphy, who has generously partnered with BBPH by opening her Flagship boutique and Libations Wine Bar as the location for this event. (Must be 19+) Located in Halifax’s Historic Properties, not too far from many of the locations found in the novel, it is the perfect spot to listen to a reading and imagine Halifax at the end of Second World War.
Copies will be available for purchase and can be signed by the author.

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