Join Monica Hall, author of Practically Still a Virgin, adoptee, and birth mother, as she takes us on a powerful journey of reckoning with the past to reclaim her future. In this intimate talk, Monica shares how she unpacked the abuse and trauma of her childhood and early teen years — a process guided by the sharp insight of a developmental editor who asked the questions her younger self never could.

From the chaos of Alaska’s 1970s oil boom to revelations uncovered in Washington, California, Canada, and Michigan, Monica reveals the secrets, surprises, and heartbreak that shaped her path toward hope and redemption. Attendees will gain insight into the transformative power of storytelling, the emotional depth of memoir writing, and the courage it takes to face the truths hidden in plain sight. Don't miss this moving exploration of resilience, identity, and self-forgiveness.

About Monica
Monica Hall was born in Canada, adopted by American parents, and raised in Anchorage, Alaska. She spent the first sixteen years of her life there and had many of the foundational experiences that drive her writing. She has founded several successful companies and currently works in marketing. Monica is also a speaker, and life coach. In March 2024 she published her first memoir titled, "Practically Still a Virgin: An Adoption Memoir." The book has been met with acclaim and has over 100 5-star reviews on Amazon. She now travels and speaks to groups about writing their stories. She has three grown children and lives in Sacramento, California.