Fresh Water Press

Such a fun conversation from Author Julie A. Jacob with the Wisconsin Writers Association podcasters Kenneth Humphrey and Luella Schmidt!

Chapter Break - Julie Jacob Bicentennial Eve is a gentle, slice-of-life tale of a Wisconsin family gathering for the fireworks on the eve of Independence Day in 1976. As the cast of cha...

Congratulations Julie A. Jacob! We can't wait to celebrate your success this week!

Happy Release Day to "Bicentennial Eve: A Wisconsin Novella" 🌟🎉 Congratulations Julie A. Jacob!

We are looking forward to enjoying the welcoming space you have created 😊

Only 3 days to go!

Whether you’re catching up with friends, starting a new read, or just looking for a place to unwind, we hope Uncorked becomes your favorite spot to settle in and stay awhile 📚

We’re so excited to bring this book into the world and grateful to Uncorked Book Lounge for the festive launch party planned 📚🎉

We’re so excited to announce the very first book release party at Uncorked Book Lounge! 📚
Join us on Thursday, May 21st from 6:00-8:00pm as we celebrate the release of Bicentennial Eve: A Wisconsin Novella by Julie A. Jacob.
Set on the eve of July 4,1976, this Wisconsin novella takes readers back to America’s bicentennial celebration - where one family’s preparations uncovered quiet reflections on loyalty, longing, and the true cost of independence.
We’ll also have a fun red, white, and blue specialty cocktail available for the evening to help set the festive mood ❤️🤍💙

📍Uncorked Book Lounge (1610 Washington St.)
📅 Thursday, May 21st
⏰ 6:00-8:00pm
🎟️FREE to attend!

Come enjoy an evening of books, conversation, and celebration as we host our first-ever release party at Uncorked 📖✨

We are looking forward to celebrating the release of Bicentennial Eve at Manitowoc County’s newest bookstore 📚❤️

Author Julie A. Jacob and FWP Editor Tara Huck had a wonderful chat about America’s bicentennial celebrations in 1976. A perfect conversation to spark interest in the Press’s first novella, Bicentennial Eve: A Wisconsin Novella, being released on May 19th.

Thank you Tina Prigge and Tim Gadzinski for the fun and thoughtful conversation on After Further Review with WOMT and The Coolest Coast! 📚❤️




I'm listening to After Further Review | May 7, 2026 on Podbean, check it out!

May 7, 2026 Author Julie A. Jacob's - Bicentennial Eve: A Wisconsin Novella and Tara Huck of Fresh Water Press