Please join Best Video for “An Evening with Deborah S. Holman” reading from her recently released novel NOTHING REALLY BAD WILL HAPPEN: A HOLOCAUST STORY OF LOSS AND LEGACY on Thursday, May 30th at 6:30 pm. This event is free and open to the public. Deborah’s book will be available for purchase and signing.

About the Author: For two decades, Deborah has immersed herself in the world of genealogy. An educator at heart, she has taught courses and spoken about diverse genealogy topics. Currently serving as the Editor of QUEST, the quarterly newsletter from the Jewish Genealogy Society of Connecticut (JGSCT), and the moderator of the JGSCT Writers group, Deborah ensures the dissemination of knowledge within the genealogy community. As a seasoned chronicler of stories, she is the author of the long-running blog “Who We Are and How We Got This Way,” and several family history books, inviting readers on a captivating journey through personal and collective histories.

About the Book: "Nothing Really Bad Will Happen" skillfully weaves together the threads of history, loss, and family bonds, transporting readers through time to witness the indomitable resilience of the human spirit across generations. With meticulous attention to actual records and intimate family letters, this captivating tale explores the interplay between self-worth and the resilience of the human spirit. Through the lives of Sigmund, his son, and their descendants, readers are invited to reflect on their own sense of value, even in the face of unimaginable adversity. This poignant narrative serves as a testament to the transformative power of recognizing one's intrinsic worth and the enduring legacy it leaves behind.