I’m thrilled to share that I will be one of the authors participating at the 2025 Louisiana Book Festival, happening Saturday, November 1st at LSU!
This is an incredible opportunity — not only because the Louisiana Book Festival is one of the South’s largest and most beloved literary celebrations, but because this year marks a deeply personal milestone for me: the official release of my first book, Little Miracles of Katrina.
To stand among fellow writers, readers, and storytellers at such a prestigious event feels like a full-circle moment — one that began with faith, countless late nights, and the belief that stories of hope and resilience deserve to be shared.
At the festival, Little Miracles of Katrina will be available for sale and signing, and I’ll be there in person to meet readers, talk about the book, and celebrate the little miracles that continue to shape all of our lives.
If you’re in or around Baton Rouge, I would love for you to stop by, say hello, and share in this amazing day.
Thank you for supporting this journey — every kind word, every message, and every prayer helped make this dream possible.
Here’s to stories, faith, and the miracles that keep finding us. 💛
— M.V. Despenza
I am so excited for you! I know once everybody sees your energetic aura about how you have accomplished your dream and will continue to accomplish your dream of being a writer and a publisher! I'm going to be sharing with everybody so hopefully just your area alone will be jam-packed of people who will purchase your book!