Join us for a special evening in conversation with Zo Richards to celebrate her newest novel, Tell It to the Bees .
Hear from Zo about the inspiration behind Tell It to the Bees , her writing life, and the themes of resilience, connection, and what it means to find solace in unexpected places.
Pinewoods Retreat is in trouble.
With repairs to be done, rising costs, and not enough guests, owner Lorraine attempts to fix everything herself. Then, wealthy and successful businesswoman Georgie books herself inand she isnt there for relaxation. As everything Lorraine has built begins to fall apart, Georgie sets out to deliver on a mission sent to her by a ruthless local developer.
But when Georgie tells her troubles to the bees in the retreats kitchen garden, will she get more from Pinewoods than she expects?
Following her much-loved Garden of her Heart , Zo Richards returns with a moving, uplifting story that explores community, trust, and the power of unexpected connections.
Zo Richardsis the author of Garden of Her Heart and Tell It to the Bees , and host of the podcast Write Damn It! . With over 35 years experience as a mindset coach and a masters in learning, she also runs engaging workshops that blend creativity, humour, and resilience.
Drawing on her lived experience as a suicide survivor, Zo brings honesty and hope into her writing and coaching, exploring emotional wellbeing, connection, and second chances. She lives with her husband, grown-up daughter, granddaughter, and a lively cockapoo.
Fox & Ink Booksis an independent publisher rooted in the North, dedicated to shaping a diverse and creative literary landscape. Committed to championing stories that inspire empathy and imagination, they publish both emerging and established voices, with a strong focus on cultural diversity and boundary-pushing work. Bold and forward-thinking, Fox & Ink Books aim to ensure that stories which matter reach the readers who need them most.
Join us at Jesmond Library for this in-person evening with Zo Richards, in conversation with Bay Tale's Vic Watson, to hear all about Tell It to the Bees. There'll be plenty of time for audience questions and a chance to pick up a copy of the book.
