On Wednesday, July 27 at 7pm, author Kristen Harnisch will discuss the inspiration behind her two historical novels,The Vintner's Daughter and The California Wife. She will discuss how she made the transition from banker to at-home mom to author, and share the pleasures and perils of writing her series about a Franco-American winemaking family at the turn of the twentieth century. Copies of her books will be available for purchase. RSVP online or call 978-623-8401, x31. Sponsored by the Friends of MHL.