Best-selling author of "Hormones from Hell," wellness promoter, humorist, television talk show guest and breast cancer survivor Jan King will speak at 11:30 a.m. Tues., May 3 at a luncheon at the Sherwood Country Club to promote her latest book, "Bouncing Back," which will be released next year by Running Press.

King’s books may be purchased and autographed at the event. A percentage of the proceeds from the book sales will support The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura’s free programs of support, education and hope for people fighting cancer.

In addition to lunch and the presentation, participants will receive a ticket to The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura’s House for Hope Design Showcase ’05 from April 21 to May 22 at Lake Sherwood.

Tickets for the luncheon are $100 and reservations must be made by Fri., April 29. Proceeds from this event will support Wellness programs.

"Jan is a true advocate for women’s health, weaving laughter and encouragement with important information," said Redonna Carpenter, vice chair of The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura’s board of directors, event chair for the House for Hope Design Showcase ’05 and vice president of sales of SBA Loans for Community National Bank. "It is an honor to work with her to bring laughter and encouragement to women in this community."

For more information and tickets call (805) 379-4777 or visit www.twcvv.org.