A Dining Experience for Readers - Bondi Edition
Books, Dinner & Fabulous Conversation in Bondi ✨
Some of the best conversations happen around a dinner table.
Join Bound & Co for an intimate literary evening designed to bring readers together over great food, wine and fabulous conversation. Bound & Co is built around creating experiences for solo attendees, so you never have to worry about coming alone. We make sure everyone feels comfortable, included and leaves having shared great conversation with fellow readers.
We'll begin the evening at Gertrude & Alice Bookstore with a complimentary glass of wine, giving you the chance to meet your fellow guests before settling in for an intimate in-conversation with Jessica Mansour-Nahra, where you'll hear about her writing, inspiration and the stories behind the pages.
From there, we'll take a short stroll to Ikaria Bondi, where the evening continues with a delicious shared-style dinner. With smaller tables, thoughtful conversation and a welcoming atmosphere, there's plenty of opportunity to connect with fellow readers, swap book recommendations and discover a fantastic new author along the way.
Whether Jessica is already on your bookshelf or you're simply looking for a unique night out with like-minded people, Bound to Dine is all about slowing down, sharing a meal and celebrating a love of books together.
Your ticket includes:
A welcome glass or two of wine at Gertrude & Alice
A special sponsored take home gift
An intimate in-conversation with Jessica Mansour-Nahra
Shared-style dinner at Ikaria Bondi
An evening of conversation with fellow readers
A warm, solo-friendly atmosphere where everyone is welcome
Discover a new author, share a memorable meal and connect with readers who love books as much as you do.
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Author Jessica Mansour-Nahra
Now an author, Jessica Mansour-Nahra was a communications consultant and writer in Brisbane, London and Sydney, before tree-changing to a hamlet in Wiradjuri country, where she wrote her debut novel, The Farm. Jessica now lives with her husband and their beloved dog in Tasmania. Jessica holds degrees in history and law from The University of Queensland.
The Burn
A nerve-shredding psychological thriller that asks who and what we cling to when everything starts to burn, from the bestselling author of The Farm 2030. Devastating bushfires have plunged Australia into lockdown. When stay-at-home orders lift, Carmen isn't relieved. Solitude has suited her too well. Carmen's best friend, Eleni, convinces her to join her and her boyfriend, Dan, and their friend Rhett on a road trip. After months apart, Eleni says they need an unplugged week away together: a chance for escape and reconnection, laughter and shared history. But the trip isn't what Carmen expects. The friends try to bond, but everyone has changed. They end up stuck in isolated cabins in dense national parkland. Secrets spill out, new ideals are challenged and bitter arguments erupt. On the final morning, new fires are racing towards them, forcing the group to find another way out. But how, when the friends no longer trust each other with their lives? Tense, timely, propulsive and unnerving, The Burn examines the myths we believe about ourselves and the people we love. With survival at stake, who do we become?
The Farm
The acclaimed bestseller from a stunning new Australian talent: The Farm ripples with the Gothic undertones of Rebecca and enthrals from the very first page. When Leila suffers a health tragedy, her partner, James, suggests a year away from the city. They'll stay on his family farm, where the wide, open spaces and clean country air will help her come to terms with her grief. But the property is remote and the house oppressive. Leila is disturbed by strange noises, fleeting visions and intrusive dreams. James worries that her medication is causing hallucinations. As Leila's isolation grows amid the haunted landscape, so does her suspicion that she isn't the first woman James has relocated to the farm. Is what she's experiencing real? Or is it all in her head? Compulsive and claustrophobic, The Farm asks timely questions about women's bodies, what is expected of them, and who is really in control.
FAQs
- Do I need to have read Jessica's book before attending?
Not at all. This isn't a book club, and no pre-reading is required. The evening is designed to be enjoyed whether you're already familiar with their work or discovering it for the first time.
- Can I come on my own?
Absolutely. Many guests attend Bound & Co events solo. The evening is thoughtfully hosted, with introductions and discussion prompts designed to help guests connect naturally.
- Will there be assigned seating?
Guests will be seated as a group to encourage conversation and connection throughout the evening, we will direct you to your seats.
- Can dietary requirements be accommodated?
Yes dietary restrictions can be accommodated, please advise any dietary requirements when booking.
- What if I don't drink wine?
A glass of wine or non alcoholic beverage is included at the bookstore.
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