Author Spotlight: Tanya Wright

As if playing a starring role on HBO's True Blood isn't enough, Tanya Wright has also found time to write a screenplay, translate it into her first novel, and direct and star in said screenplay. Fans worldwide know her as the saucy, outspoken Deputy Kenya Jones on HBO's hit series based on Charlaine Harris' Sookie Stackhouse novels. Wright's debut novel, Butterfly Rising, was inspired by the loss of her own brother and the transformation she experienced in her life at that time. According to Wright, "I hope the message in Butterfly Rising inspires people to believe in their dreams, no matter how far-reaching they may seem. In today's world, it's easy to put our dreams last on our daily list of 'things to do.' Butterfly Rising - a bumpy and emotional journey towards hope and rebirth - is a story that suggests our dreams may actually be the bridge to leading a productive, fulfilling and extraordinary life. The journey of Lilah and Rose also exemplifies that second chances are infinitely real and deserved."

Meet Tanya Wright at PCL on Thursday, February 17th at 7pm. Reservations requested, but not required - 610-398-1361 x13. Read on for fun facts about the author and place your hold on Butterfly Rising today.

*She has appeared in ground-breaking shows including 24, NYPD Blue, ER, The Cosby Show and the Morgan Freeman-produced NBC feature Mutiny
*A native of Bronx, N.Y., Wright moved to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career
*She worked briefly at The New York Times
*While attending Vassar College, her studies focused on comparative literature and writing
*She is the writer and creator of several screenplays and television pilots, a soap opera, a web-based series and a reality show
*In her spare time she enjoys yoga, dance, bike riding, hiking and mentoring projects for young girls and other artists