AUTHOR EVENT: Meet Yvonne Osborn – A Rural Noir Crime Thriller! Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: Starting at 11:00 AM Location: Charlin’s Book Nook (River Place Shops, Frankenmuth) Get ready for a propulsive coming-of-age rural noir crime story! We are thrilled to welcome author Yvonne Osborn to the Book Nook for a special signing event featuring her gripping book, Black River! Black River is a tale of love, survival, and moral ambiguity where the cost of silence is measured in blood and legacy—and secrets flow as deep and dark as the water itself. ABOUT THE BOOK: Nineteen-year-old Boyd Sopal has the family farm in his blood and a future tied to his inherited line of work. Lately, however, a neighbor with a vendetta against the Sopals has been cutting fences and using crop dusters to sabotage their organic operation. As Boyd is drawn into the crosshairs of the escalating feud between his father and their neighbor, the arrival of an itinerant family across the road further complicates his loyalties. Drawn to the enigmatic daughter, Maggie, Boyd finds himself caught in a dangerous collision of worlds with real emotional stakes. Why You Should Join Us: • Meet the Author: Get your copy of Black River personalized and signed by Yvonne Osborn! • Discover Your Next Great Read: Perfect for fans of gritty suspense, rural noir, and intense family drama. • Support Local: Celebrate the vibrant literary community right here at Charlin’s Book Nook! Mark your calendars and join us starting at 11:00 AM for an incredible morning of books and storytelling! We can’t wait to see you!