Author Talk at Wesley U
Mon, May 18
|Wesley Des Moines
Discover what motivated KSB to become a full-time writer after a life in retail, what inspires her process, and how key research is to any type of book.


Time & Location
May 18, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Wesley Des Moines, 815 S 216th St, Des Moines, WA 98198, USA
About the event
Don't miss this intriguing series on Hanford, sponsored by Wesley University. KSB dives deep into her writing and research process and how tricky it is to weave in historical and technical information without out "boring the reader" or becoming "too teachy." TANGLES, Smith-Blum's award-winning novel serves up not only a fast paced story, but a multitude of scenes based on true events. Join KSB and the residents at Wesley for this fun-filled talk brimming with nuclear revelations and followed by a rigorous discussion of present day Hanford. RSVP only. No walk-ins allowed.
