Join author, disability advocate, and storyteller Melissa DiVietri for a special book signing centered around disability inclusion, service animal etiquette, and meaningful conversations that help communities grow with more awareness and compassion.
Melissa will be signing copies of her books and sharing her lived experience as a uniquely abled author and advocate. Her work encourages readers of all ages to understand that every person has something powerful, unique, and valuable to bring into the world.
This event is a beautiful opportunity for families, educators, advocates, and community members to connect, learn, and celebrate inclusion together.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 3:00–5:00 PM
Location: Barnes & Noble Pembroke Pines
Address: 11820 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
Phone: (954) 441-0444
Featured Books
A Tale of a Service Animal
A heart-centered story introducing service animal awareness, kindness, and inclusion.
The ABCs of Disability Etiquette
A thoughtful guide designed to help people better understand disability etiquette, accessibility, and respectful communication.
Un Cuento de un Animal de Servicio
The Spanish edition of A Tale of a Service Animal, created to help expand disability inclusion education to more families and communities.
About the Author
Melissa DiVietri is an author, disability advocate, speaker, and artist who uses her lived experience to inspire conversations about accessibility, self-love, and inclusion. Through her books, events, and community work, Melissa continues to remind people that our differences are not limitations — they are part of our superpowers.
Melissa will be joined by Oreo, her service animal in training.
Attend the Event
Guests are welcome to stop by during the event time, meet Melissa and Oreo, purchase books, and have their copies signed.
This event is open to the community.
