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Meet local author Trudymarie Devilla, writer of "Whispers from the Bamboo Song"
She’ll share her inspiring story, followed by a book signing and meet-and-greet.
Date: Saturday, January 9th, 2027
Time: 1–4pm (brief talk at 2pm)
Location: East West Books & Gifts, 110 3rd Ave N, Edmonds, WA 98020
Author Bio:
Born in the northern province of Luzon, Philippines, she earned a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Puget Sound and attended Brian Utting Massage Therapy School. With over 30 years of experience in clinical occupational therapy and massage therapy, she offers compassionate, client-centered care.
Her specialized training includes Myofascial Release, Advanced Craniosacral Therapy, Third-Degree Reiki Master training, Trauma Release Techniques (Barral Institute), Guided Imagery and Visualization, and Massage Therapy.
She lives with her husband, Dr. Michael Smith, and has two adult children and a grandson. She spends her summers in Seattle and the rest of the year in Anthem, Arizona. In her free time, she enjoys the outdoors, traveling, making jewelry, and creating art.
About the book:
Whispers from the Bamboo Song is a heartfelt memoir of loss, migration, and the journey toward healing. After losing her mother at age four and enduring a childhood marked by hunger and hardship, Trudymarie shares her path toward peace, self-acceptance, and inner healing. Through spiritual practice and personal transformation, she discovers a renewed sense of wholeness and joy.
