On April 21 and 22, the 17th annual Los Angeles Times Festival of Books will be held at the University of Southern California. The Los Angeles based perfume lovers might like to check out the LA Times Booth on Saturday April 21st at 5pm to hear the novelist and magazine contributor Denise Hamilton present Surf Noir and Uncommon Scents. Also, editor Nancie Clare will discuss fragrances and fiction.
For other events, please see the program schedule. Thanks to Rina for the link!
Welcome to Bois de Jasmin! I'm a writer, journalist and professionally trained perfumer. On these pages I explore the world of senses through art, literature, and history. - Victoria
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Denise Hamilton: Thanks so much for spreading the word, Victoria. I hope we get to meet one day! April 19, 2012 at 11:56pm