Wat-Not Staff
On Saturday, September 7, 2024, Meghan Markle made a surprise appearance at the grand opening of Godmothers bookstore in Summerland, California, just outside her Montecito home. The Duchess of Sussex attended the event to support local authors and literary talent, joining a star-studded list of guests including her friend and neighbor Oprah Winfrey.
Meghan, 43, wore a stylish navy-blue tuxedo jumpsuit by Club Monaco, accessorized with diamond earrings and a sleek ponytail. She took the stage at the event, which was hosted by the bookstore’s co-founders, Jennifer Rudolph Walsh and Victoria Jackson, to address the crowd and celebrate the vibrant community of authors in Santa Barbara. Her husband, Prince Harry, was not in attendance, but his 2023 memoir, Spare, was part of the bookstore’s special display featuring hometown authors.
Godmothers Bookstore: A Hub for Local Authors
The newly opened Godmothers bookstore, founded by Jennifer Rudolph Walsh and Victoria Jackson, aims to promote local authors and foster a sense of community among writers.
Meghan Markle’s attendance highlighted her commitment to literary projects, as her children’s book, The Bench, was also displayed among works from other Santa Barbara-based authors, such as Gwyneth Paltrow’s cookbook, It’s All Easy.
Jennifer Rudolph Walsh emphasised the importance of honouring local authors by stating, “We celebrate our hometown authors as if they were our hometown heroes, because to us, they are.”
Meghan Markle’s Literary Contributions and Future Ventures
Meghan Markle’s presence at the event also spotlighted her own achievements in literature.
Her book, The Bench, which she wrote to reflect a softer and more emotional side of masculinity, became a New York Times bestseller in 2021.
Meghan is currently preparing to launch her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, later this year.
The brand is expected to offer a wide range of products, including home décor, kitchenware, and edible treats.
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