Gold Coast Forum

### Context Profile for Gold Coast Forum

1. **Organization Mission & Cause**:
   - The Gold Coast Forum is dedicated to promoting literacy and the love of reading through community engagement and events centered around books. Their mission emphasizes the importance of freedom to read and the fight against censorship, particularly highlighted during events like Banned Books Week.

2. **Type of Activities**:
   - The organization hosts various events, including book fairs, community bingo nights (e.g., "Banned Books Bingo"), and other literacy-focused activities. These events aim to engage the community, raise awareness about censorship, and celebrate literature. They also partner with local businesses, such as Theodore's Books, to enhance their events.

3. **Tone of Voice**:
   - The tone of the Gold Coast Forum is friendly, engaging, and community-oriented. Their communications are accessible and inviting, aiming to inspire participation and foster a sense of belonging among attendees. The language used is straightforward and often includes calls to action, encouraging community involvement.

4. **Emoji Usage**:
   - The organization does not appear to use emojis in their communications, maintaining a more traditional and professional approach in their messaging.

5. **Key Facts**:
   - **Founding Info**: Specific founding details are not provided on the website.
   - **Scale**: The organization has conducted 50 total forms and 92 email campaigns, indicating an active engagement with their audience.
   - **Impact Metrics**: While specific metrics are not listed, their focus on community events suggests a commitment to increasing literacy and awareness of censorship issues.
   - **Volunteer Info**: Information about volunteer opportunities is not explicitly mentioned on the website, but community involvement is a core aspect of their activities.

6. **Writing Guidelines**:
   - **Style**: Use a friendly and inviting tone that encourages community participation. Avoid jargon and keep language accessible.
   - **Structure**: Organize content clearly with headings and bullet points where appropriate to enhance readability.
   - **Calls to Action**: Include clear calls to action in communications, inviting readers to participate in events or support the cause.
   - **Content Focus**: Emphasize the importance of reading and literacy, and highlight the impact of censorship on society, particularly during relevant events like Banned Books Week.

This context profile provides a comprehensive overview of the Gold Coast Forum, focusing on actionable insights that can guide the creation of tailored content for their audience.

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<h3>THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5TH | 7:00PM At Theodore's Books</h3>Gold Coast Forum presents an evening with award winning author, Stephanie Kepke as she discusses and signs her new novella, Rescue Me!Gold Coast forum is a not-for-profit organization focused on educating and informing all about the importance of books and literature by hosting vitally important authors and literary figures, providing a nonpartisan forum to discuss art, culture, history, business, and politics. Become a supporter of Gold Coast Forum <a href="https://goldcoastbookfair.com/sponsorships/" style="text-decoration-color:currentcolor;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit">here</a>!Books will be provided by Theodore's Books.<h4>This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.</h4>Copies of Rescue Me will be available for purchase at the event.<hr />ABOUT THE BOOK: From award winning author Stephanie Kepke comes a stunning novella about the power of music, love, and dogs.Fifty-two year old Tess Holden likes dogs better than people. The widowed mom to a teen on the autism spectrum has sworn off men. Her life revolves around her son, Gavin, a musical savant battling demons; their rescued pit bull Henley (for Don Henley); and her second-act career as a dog masseuse. That is until she finds herself drawn to Everett Rosenberg, the owner of Tess’ favorite client—a giant, elderly rescue named Bruce (as in Springsteen). When Tess finally meets Everett, she can’t shake the feeling she knows Everett from long ago. She’s shocked to discover their connection runs deeper than she ever imagined—beyond both naming their dogs after musical icons. And although Everett has been living in anonymity in his suburban Long Island mansion Tess did know him well once…at least in her fantasies. Will their tragic pasts and Everett’s growing bond with Gavin bring them together or will one mistake rip them apart forever? STEPHANIE KEPKE is an award winning writer and blogger. Kepke's second grade teacher told her that she should be a writer and she hasn't wavered in her path since. As a former arts reporter and music journalist, Stephanie spent her twenties listening to loud rock bands in bars all around Boston and New England (including her drummer husband's), before returning to her Long Island roots in her early thirties. Stephanie has published six books: Feel No Evil and Goddess of Suburbia, both novels; Rocky Road Home, A New Life, and You & Me,  all novellas; and Boys, Dogs and Chaos, a book of essays. Stephanie also wrote a one-woman show based on Boys, Dogs and Chaos and performed it Off-Broadway as part of the Emerging Artists Theatre's New Work Series.<hr />PLEASE NOTE: All books signed at this event must be purchased from Theodore's Books. If you purchase your copy in advance, please save your receipt.

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5TH | 7:00PM At Theodore's BooksGold Coast Forum presents an evening with award winning author, Stephanie Kepke as she discusses and signs her new novella, Rescue Me!Gold Coast forum is a not-for-profit organization focused on educating and informing all about the importance of books and literature by hosting vitally important authors and literary figures, providing a nonpartisan forum to discuss art, culture, history, business, and politics. Become a supporter of Gold Coast Forum <a href="https://goldcoastbookfair.com/sponsorships/">here</a>!Books will be provided by Theodore's Books.This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.Copies of Rescue Me will be available for purchase at the event.<hr />ABOUT THE BOOK: From award winning author Stephanie Kepke comes a stunning novella about the power of music, love, and dogs.Fifty-two year old Tess Holden likes dogs better than people. The widowed mom to a teen on the autism spectrum has sworn off men. Her life revolves around her son, Gavin, a musical savant battling demons; their rescued pit bull Henley (for Don Henley); and her second-act career as a dog masseuse. That is until she finds herself drawn to Everett Rosenberg, the owner of Tess’ favorite client—a giant, elderly rescue named Bruce (as in Springsteen). When Tess finally meets Everett, she can’t shake the feeling she knows Everett from long ago. She’s shocked to discover their connection runs deeper than she ever imagined—beyond both naming their dogs after musical icons. And although Everett has been living in anonymity in his suburban Long Island mansion Tess did know him well once…at least in her fantasies. Will their tragic pasts and Everett’s growing bond with Gavin bring them together or will one mistake rip them apart forever? STEPHANIE KEPKE is an award winning writer and blogger. Kepke's second grade teacher told her that she should be a writer and she hasn't wavered in her path since. As a former arts reporter and music journalist, Stephanie spent her twenties listening to loud rock bands in bars all around Boston and New England (including her drummer husband's), before returning to her Long Island roots in her early thirties. Stephanie has published six books: Feel No Evil and Goddess of Suburbia, both novels; Rocky Road Home, A New Life, and You &amp; Me,  all novellas; and Boys, Dogs and Chaos, a book of essays. Stephanie also wrote a one-woman show based on Boys, Dogs and Chaos and performed it Off-Broadway as part of the Emerging Artists Theatre's New Work Series.<hr />PLEASE NOTE: All books signed at this event must be purchased from Theodore's Books. If you purchase your copy in advance, please save your receipt.

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Award Winning Author Stephanie Kepke Discusses and Signs RESCUE ME at Theodore's Books

17 Audrey Ave

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$12.95