An Evening With Lihi Lapid on I Wanted to Be Wonderful: A Novel

Lihi Lapid’s latest novel follows the lives of two women in their first years of marriage and motherhood. One is a fictional character trying to live the happily-ever-after many imagine for themselves; the other is inspired by the author herself, relating the most intimate moments of her life. Both start their marriages full of idyllic happiness, but as the stressors of everyday existence seep into their daily lives, that spark of young love begins to dim. I Wanted to Be Wonderful is a tale of metamorphosis – from independent working woman to mother – shattered dreams, and finding the strength to gather up the pieces and learning to smile again. Joining her in conversation will be Rochelle B. Weinstein, who will present her new novel, We Are Made of Stars, at the Fair on Saturday, November 22, at 11 a.m. 

SPONSORED BY 

JEWISH LIFE & CULTURE PROGRAMS ARE PRESENTED BY

The Stacey and Eric Mindich Fund for Jewish Stories

As a special welcome to this year’s Fair, Miami Book Fair is offering this Evenings With program free to all fairgoers. When securing your tickets for this session, kindly consider making a donation to MBF to support our work and your Miami literary community. Each Lihi Lapid Evenings With ticket includes a free pass to the weekend Street Fair, where you’ll find literary events, live music, children’s activities, booksellers, local artisans, and gourmet delights!