Libby Ward Honest Motherhood Launch Party

Event Details

Event type: Ages 19+

Join Libby Ward in conversation with Jess Vanderwier to celebrate the launch of her new book, Honest Motherhood. Following the conversation, enjoy a meet-and-greet with Libby* and social time.

Event Highlights:

• Shawna Lander (@Shawnathemom)
• In conversation with Jess Vanderwier (@nurturedfirst)
• Book reading
• Book sales & signing
• Honest Mom focused sponsor booths and activations
• Take-home *Hamilton Event Only* swag
• *Meet-and-greet with Libby is exclusive to General Admission PLUS ticket holders, or for those who purchase a book during the event

The Hamilton Launch party will kick off the Honest Motherhood tour in the city where Libby was born and raised. This hometown celebration isn’t just another stop on the tour— it's a meaningful full-circle moment, bringing us together where so many of her family stories take place.

Connect with fellow readers, followers, hear stories and experience a special afternoon that will capture the heart of her message: Motherhood is hard, Being honest helps. 

• General Admission PLUS tickets include a signed copy of Honest Motherhood and Meet-and-Greet with Libby
• Drinks & snacks for purchase from local vendors

About the Book:
An unflinchingly honest and disarmingly funny memoir from an exhausted mom who broke under the pressure to do it all and found herself in the rubble.

In Honest Motherhood, Libby candidly shares her journey of unlearning the myth of the ideal mother. She dives headfirst into the experiences many mothers have but few feel safe enough to say out loud—the lack of support, the guilt, the invisibility, the cycles they’re breaking, and the fantasies about a hospital stay just to get a flippin’ break. Libby untangles her social conditioning from learned trauma responses and discovers that letting go of unrealistic standards, asking for help, and prioritizing herself aren’t failures—they’re necessities.

Honest Motherhood is a rallying cry for moms to let go of perfection, choose themselves, and give their kids what they need most—a mother who is present and whole.

“Libby Ward has written the motherhood manifesto we didn’t know we needed. Read Honest Motherhood. Highlight it. Shove it into the hands of every mom you know.” -  Jen Hatmaker New York Times bestselling author and host of the For the Love Podcast

“A promising debut. . . .A vulnerable, insightful, and refreshing exploration of what it takes to become a good parent when you grow up with dysfunction.” –Kirkus Reviews

 "Highly recommended…This memoir is sure to resonate with fans of authors like Brené Brown and Eve Rodsky and become a new rallying cry for a generation of exhausted mothers." - Library Journal

More about Libby

More about Honest Motherhood

Libby’s Instagram

About Shawna Lander

Shawna Lander is the actress, writer, and content creator behind the popular social media channel @Shawnathemom, which boasts an ever-expanding universe of original characters exploring motherhood, relationships, and family dynamics one skit at a time. Shawna loves sharing stories that create conversation and connection, and she aims, above all else, to remain as authentically human as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are drinks and snacks included in the ticket?
   No— drinks and snacks will be available for purchase from local vendors at the event.
2. Will there be an opportunity to meet Libby and get my book signed? Yes! Books included with the General Admission Plus tickets are pre-signed and allows you access to meet Libby. If you purchase a Standard Admission ticket, you can purchase a pre-signed copy at the event and join the exclusive Meet-and-Greet line. 
3. Is this event suitable for kids and families? No. This event is for adults only.
4. Can I purchase additional copies of the book at the event? Absolutely—additional copies of Honest Motherhood will be available for sale and will be signed— a great opportunity to purchase gifts (Credit card or Debit only).
5. I’ve already pre-ordered the book, can I purchase a ticket only? Yes, you can select a Standard Admission ticket.
6. I am a business or organization who would like to get involved with this event or purchase bulk orders of Honest Motherhood. Who should I reach out to? hello@libbyward.com

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