Author Talk/Book Launch - Tess Woods
Join us at Subiaco Library where author Tess Woods will launch her highly anticipated new novel The Cairo Bridal Shop. Fellow author Sara Foster will be joining Tess for this very special in-conversation event. Books will be available for sale at the Dymocks Subiaco book stall after the event.
About the book
Nestled at the bustling foot of the pyramids lies the iconic Albi Bridal Shop, where three sisters are about to break the shackles of tradition to fight for their futures.
When Mariam Albi was tragically killed, the responsibility of running the business was thrust upon eldest daughter, Sarah. Bound to the dress shop and to the demands of her husband and his spiteful mother, Sarah finds herself trapped with nowhere to turn.
Political journalist Aya is writing the story of her career while on the cusp of a thrilling new relationship with Australian-raised journalist, Gamal. When Gamal is arrested on suspicion of treason, Aya risks her life to follow her heart.
University student Lola, the youngest of the Albi girls, is finding her place in the world while masking her true identity. But her secret is exposed, putting her life in grave danger as she faces losing everything and everyone she loves.
Inspired by the stories of the ancient pharaoh queens before them, the Albi sisters must harness their inner strength to survive – for in Egypt, history runs deep but blood runs deeper.
About Tess Woods
Tess Woods once had a simple life until her compulsion to write made-up stories complicated everything. She’s now an award-winning and Australian Top 10 bestselling author of contemporary fiction. Tess also works as a physiotherapist in private practice, and she shares a clinic and a home on the stunning Western Australian coast with her husband. She’s the mother of two brilliant grown-up children who she loves to travel with, and a fluffy cat who keeps her company while she writes. Tess was born in Alexandria to an Egyptian family and has drawn from her heritage to write The Cairo Bridal Shop, the book of her heart.
About Sara Foster
Sara Foster has written nine novels, with her most recent book When She Was Gone making the 2026 Western Australian Premier's Book Awards Shortlist for Fiction Book of the Year. She writes immersive mysteries and psychological crime suspense, with women at the heart of the stories. Born and raised in England, she lives in Perth with her husband, two daughters, two cats called Ruby and Cocoa, a bearded dragon called Sunny and Luna the cavoodle.
Additional information
Event starting time
Doors will open for this event at 6pm, with the event beginning at 6:15pm. Due to the library's regular opening hours entry is not possible before 6pm, so please plan accordingly.
Getting to the event:
Subiaco Library has limited parking bays available at the rear of the building including two accessible parking bays. For more information on getting around Subiaco visit the city’s website.
Access and inclusion:
Subiaco Library is wheelchair accessible . For additional information please contact Subiaco Library on 9237 9300.
Ticket information:
You are not required to bring a ticket with you. Names will be checked at the door. Please note that space is limited and registration is essential. Please only register if you will definitely be attending.
More information:
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