Available 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?
The life Belle builds-what she gives, what she keeps, what she grieves-fills with music, with heartbreak and with the resilience to make something beautiful from what she is handed. Through it all, she remembers her mother’s refrain: Don’t complain. Just make do.
Readers selected for the launch team will receive an advance digital copy for consideration and are invited to share their honest thoughts on Goodreads, social media, Amazon, personal blogs, or other review platforms.
Please note that receiving a complimentary copy does not require a positive review. We simply ask for your honest thoughts and feedback after reading the book.
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Location: Newberg Public Library
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.
Location: Jupiter NEXT
She Flies, A Built Festival Event 2026. Come for a night of community with female identifying founders of CPG products. We’ll enjoy drinks, nibbles, exciting talks, and community.
Register HERE
Essays and reflections on wine, work, family, and the lessons learned along the way.
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?
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