Four local writers dare to break the rules, raise their voices, and refuse to compromise. What does a writer sacrifice when they soften their work to fit the mold? And what becomes possible when they refuse? On Nov. 4, four local writers confront subjects many books shy away from: race, desire, class, the messy moments when life stops making sense. Read More ...
Tony Shalhoub & Josie Adams discussing their book, "We Thought They'd Never Leave: Musings on Food and Family." Please note: -- Tickets cannot be re-sold on re-seller platforms. Re-sold ticket will not be honored. -- Tickets are non refundable and are not transferable. -- All ticket holders should be ready to show ID at the event. -- The name(s) you Read More ...
A neurodivergent gay war refugee navigates academia, racism, and indeed life itself as a poet, artist, and teacher How to Exi(s)t: A Poet’s Memoir is an experiment in nonlinear autobiography by the author of the American Book Award-winning Book of the Other, Truong Tran. Poet and scholar Mimi Tempestt will join the author for a reading & conversation in The Read More ...
An Evening with Andy Serkis discussing his memoir, "My Pressures: The Bizarrely True Story of Andy Serkis" Please note: -- Tickets cannot be re-sold on re-seller platforms. Re-sold ticket will not be honored. -- Tickets are non refundable and are not transferable. -- All ticket holders should be ready to show ID at the event. -- The name(s) you provide Read More ...
A generative writing workshop with Truong Tran The Poet’s Memoir is a generative workshop that approaches the narratives of the self through short, non-narrative inquiries. A memoir does not have to tell a life from beginning to end. It can be made of moments, snippets, fragments—parts of a story that, when brought together, begin to make a whole. In this Read More ...
Join us for a book discussion and signing of GRACE THROUGH FIRE! Join us in celebrating Grace Through Fire by Deborah Samuel! This event is free to attend, but we kindly ask that you RSVP, as it helps us plan for seating and staffing. Walk-ins are always welcome! About the book: For fans of Cheryl Strayed and Glennon Doyle, a Read More ...
Dustin Hoffman in conversation with Ariel Levy discussing his memoir, "Look at Me" Please note: -- Tickets cannot be re-sold on re-seller platforms. Re-sold ticket will not be honored. -- Tickets are non refundable and are not transferable. -- All ticket holders should be ready to show ID at the event. -- The name(s) you provide during registration will be Read More ...
Author Eileen Elizabeth presents her new book in conversation with Reza Aslan. Join us for a conversation with Eileen Elizabeth, author of Carrying the Bones: Rituals for a Dying World, and acclaimed author and scholar Reza Aslan! Blending memoir, cultural criticism, environmental writing, and spiritual inquiry, the book explores how ritual and creative practice can help us navigate grief, ecological Read More ...
A generative prose workshop with Dylan Landis For writers at all levels who wish to advance work in progress or launch something new. This workshop is structured around a timing and intention-setting method that helps writers work in highly productive bursts with enhanced focus. Prompts will be provided to those who find them useful. During a break, we'll also engage Read More ...
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