A talented young poet and writer from Lancaster has worked tirelessly throughout her studies to create her first ever book.
Elizabeth Train-Brown, 21, published her book "Salmacis: becoming not quite a woman", a tale about gender, love, and identity told through the popular tales of Greek mythological history.
It draws on the rich history associated with the story of Salmacis and Hermaphroditus, and re-examines the tale through metaphors and poetry.
A book launch will be taking place on Wednesday, October 5 at the Waterstones on Corn Market in Lancaster.
The English literature and creative writing student will be there from 6.30pm and 8.30pm and will be providing a reading, signing copies of the book, and answering questions during a Q&A.
There will be book-themed goodies and swan origami merchandise which Elizabeth has impressively made herself, as well as copies of the book to buy.
Elizabeth decided she wanted to become a writer and poet from a very young age, after she was inspired by her dad and British poets and playwrights including Carol Ann Duffy.
She said: “It's been an absolute thrill to share this experience with so many people and to see the number of friends who picked up a copy to support me has blown me away.
“A real-life book launch is such a dream to me that I want to fill it with as much excitement for everyone coming as I can- picture paper swans for everyone, book-themed baked goods, bookmarks, and an afterparty at the best LGBTQ+ nightclub in town.”
Generation Nightclub, on Brock Street, Lancaster, will be opening early to host a book launch after party to celebrate the Elizabeth’s milestone.
Published by Renard Press, "Salmacis: becoming not quite a woman" costs £6.99 and you can purchase the book from Waterstones here.
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