An Evening with Alli Frank

Writing, Publishing, and the Journey from Page to Screen

Thursday, February 19 | 6:00 PM
In person at WRJC and on Zoom

Join WRJC member and acclaimed novelist Alli Frank for an engaging conversation with WRJC Executive Director Noa Ries exploring the writing and publication process, along with the fascinating world of book-to-film and television adaptation. The discussion comes on the heels of the release of Alli’s fifth novel, Run For Your Life, Callie Kingman, published December 30, 2025.

Whether you’re an avid reader, an aspiring writer, or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes of the publishing world, this evening offers a thoughtful and candid look at creativity, perseverance, and storytelling.

In-person attendees will receive a complimentary copy of Run For Your Life, Callie Kingman. Books may be picked up in advance so you can read ahead, or your copy will be waiting for you at WRJC on February 19th.
Virtual attendees are encouraged to purchase the book wherever books are sold, and as always, we encourage you to shop local if you can.

We hope you’ll join us for a meaningful evening of conversation and connection.

👉 Register now to attend in person or on Zoom

Book Synopsis

Two decades have passed since Callie Kingman begrudgingly followed her husband, Thomas, across the country in pursuit of his career at the expense of her own. Now an empty nester in Sacramento, Callie faces a unraveling life: no job prospects, a declining mother, and a husband who announces he’s leaving her—with the parting words, “It’s not me, it’s you.”

Taking to bed, Callie leans on food delivery, her neighbor for booze, and her college best friend for comfort. When an overdue annual exam leads to a health scare, she is forced to confront the fractured life she’s been living and to reconnect with the vibrant, indomitable woman she once was.

From her formative years at Princeton and an unforgettable first love to the pressures women face to strive, serve, and hold it all together, Callie finds herself face-to-face with every choice she’s made. Run For Your Life, Callie Kingman is a sharp, funny, and deeply resonant novel about reinvention, resilience, and forging a better path forward.