Third Place Books to present Sonia Sotomayor for celebration of new picture book

Justice Sonia Sotomayor will visit Third Place Books in Lake Forest Park, WA, on September 12, 2025, to promote her children's picture book, Just Shine! : How to Be a Better You. The event, starting at 6 PM, will feature a conversation with a special guest, an audience Q&A, and a book signing. Tickets will be available for purchase starting August 4, priced between $5 and $21. Just Shine!

, illustrated by acclaimed artist Jacqueline Alcántara, tells the story of a little girl from Puerto Rico who helps others realize their unique qualities. Spencer Ruchti, the author events manager at Third Place Books, expressed excitement over hosting a Supreme Court Justice for the first time in the bookstore's history. The book draws inspiration from Sotomayor's mother, showcasing themes of self-acceptance and empowerment. Founded in 1998, Third Place Books hosts nearly 300 author events annually, fostering a community around literature. Sotomayor, the first Latina Supreme Court Justice, has authored several books, including the #1 New York Times bestseller Just Ask!