After he was caught in the act of stealing rare orchids from a wild swamp in Florida, John Laroche, a toothless, renegade plant dealer, sets off one of the oddest legal controversies in recent memory. The Orchid Thief is a bizarre, compelling and hilarious true tale that brings together environmentalists, Native Americans, and devoted orchid collectors. In addition to reading from her novel, Huffey will discuss her writing and publishing process. The daughter of two Pentecostal preachers, Huffey is a magazine writer, a dancer, and a backup screamer to a retro-punk band. 1833 Page St. A Job Preparedness Workshop featuring skills assessment, resume writing, interviewing, and discussion about work environments.
Spanish translation is available.
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