Local Authors Emily Carpenter and Allison Gunn Sign Books in Shepherdstown
Four Seasons Books hosts book signing with Emily Carpenter and Allison Gunn
The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Wednesday, April 16, 2025
By Staff
On April 10, Four Seasons Books in Shepherdstown hosted a book signing event featuring bestselling author Emily Carpenter and debut author Allison Gunn, who shared their novels 'Gothictown' and 'Nowhere,' respectively. Carpenter, known for her bestselling works, discussed her inspiration drawn from the pandemic's impact on the restaurant industry, while Gunn, a local from Charles Town, spoke about her exploration of grief within Appalachian folklore. The event encouraged community engagement, allowing guests to interact with the authors, showcasing a vibrant local literary scene fostered by dedicated bookstores like Four Seasons.