Defining Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurship is about more than money, it’s about embracing challenge, taking risks, and, perhaps hardest of all, knowing when it’s time to let go. Drawing from her own experience, Susan shares the lessons she learned from building a winery and facing the “Founder’s Dilemma.”

Meet Violin Girl

Coming September 22, 2026! 

Belle had the talent. She had the drive. But in early 20th-century Chicago, a proper Jewish girl’s place was in the home, not on the concert stage. 

Based on a true story, Violin Girl follows Belle as her gift carried her toward a life her family and society would never approve. Marriage and motherhood are her preordained future. Professional women musicians did not raise families. What was she to do?

You're Invited to the Launch Party

Join Susan Sokol Blosser at the Newberg Public Library to celebrate the launch of her first work of fiction, Violin Girl.

Hear Susan read from the book, share the story behind Violin Girl, answer your questions, and pick up your own copy.

September 22 | 6–7:30 PM
Newberg Public Library