

In Conversation With Jessica Carmichael: Exploring The Full Picture
Join Jessica Carmichael and Anna Akoto for an evening of conversation exploring her debut Young Adult novel The Full Picture.
Set during Ghana’s vibrant “Detty December” season, the story follows Robyn Carter, a Black-Canadian university student navigating grief, family expectations, and self-discovery as she uncovers her late mother’s past.
Event Highlights:
A short author reading
A moderated conversation between author Jessica Carmichael and local Ghanaian-Canadian creative Anna Akoto, exploring the novel’s themes and Jessica’s artistic journey.
Audience Q&A – A chance to engage directly with Jessica Carmichael about The Full Picture, her writing process, and the personal and creative journey that shaped her debut novel.
Author signing & complimentary light refreshments.
The Full Picture will be available for purchase at A Different Booklist.