May 17, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Midwestern Books
Email: Lisa (at) MidwesternBooks.com
Website: www.MidwesternBooks.com
Soldier Creek Winery: https://www.soldiercreekwinery.com
Author Jolene Philo to Appear at Mimosas at the Winery on May 17
Join the West River Mysteries author for a morning of wine, storytelling, and conversation at Soldier Creek Winery
FORT DODGE, IOWA — Midwestern Books is pleased to announce that cozy mystery author Jolene Philo will be the featured guest at Mimosas at the Winery, hosted at Soldier Creek Winery on Saturday, May 17 from 10 AM to 1 PM.
This special event invites readers to sip mimosas and enjoy a literary morning with Jolene Philo, author of the West River Mysteries series. Beginning at 11 AM, Jolene will introduce the series and read an excerpt from the first book, See Jane Run!. Attendees will also have the chance to purchase books and have them signed before and after the reading.
A former educator turned full-time writer, Jolene brings heart and humor to every page. Her West River Mysteries follow Jane Newell, a 21-year-old amateur sleuth who arrives in Little Missouri, South Dakota, in 1977, only to land in the middle of a hit-and-run murder case. Quirky locals, small-town secrets, and sharp storytelling make See Jane Run! and its sequels—See Jane Sing!, See Jane Dance!, and See Jane Dig!—standout reads for fans of cozy mystery and Midwestern charm.
Mimosas at the Winery offers a unique pairing of local wine and engaging storytelling, set in the relaxed atmosphere of Soldier Creek Winery. Whether you’re a longtime reader or just discovering Jolene’s work, this event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the author behind Jane Newell’s spirited investigations.
Event Details:
Location: Soldier Creek Winery, Fort Dodge, IA
Date: Saturday, May 17
Time: 10 AM–1 PM (Reading begins at 11 AM)
Visit www.MidwesternBooks.com to learn more about Jolene Philo and the West River Mysteries series, or contact Lisa (at) MidwesternBooks.com if you’d like to set up an interview with Jolene Philo.