Boston is buzzing with literary energy as a variety of authors make appearances around the city this week, offering readers a chance to engage directly with their favorite writers.
The events, held at various venues, are predominantly free, providing an opportunity for the community to dive into discussions about new books and topics.
On Monday, July 28, Soshana Meira Friedman, author of ‘The Tide is Rising, So Are We!: A Climate Movement Anthem,’ will read at 4:30 p.m. at the Boston Public Library in Roslindale.
Later that evening, Henry Wiencek will discuss his book ‘Stan and Gus: Art, Ardor, and Friendship That Built the Gilded Age’ at 6 p.m. in conversation with Curt DiCamillo at the Boston Public Library, courtesy of American Ancestors.
At 7 p.m. at Lovestruck Books, Alison Espach and Catherine Newman will discuss their new novels, with tickets starting at $27.45, which includes a copy of one of their books.
Also at 7 p.m., Sam Kean will present his book ‘Dinner with King Tut’ in a virtual discussion via Zoom, hosted by the Ashland Public Library, though registration is required for attendees.
The following day, July 29, features several exciting events, starting with Dina Vargo who will discuss ‘Wild Women of Boston: Mettle and Moxie in the Hub’ at 6 p.m. at The West End Museum.
However, attendees should note that tickets for this event are priced at $12.51.
At Whitelam Books, Michael D. Miller is set to discuss and sign copies of his book ‘Reversing Misinformation: How to Help Your Family, Friends & Community’ at 6 p.m.
Later, David M. Steward will delve into ‘There’s No Going Back: The Life and Work of Jonathan Demme’ at 7 p.m. at the Harvard Book Store.
In Cambridge, Aatish Taseer will engage in a conversation with Ellen Barry at Porter Square Books, discussing ‘A Return to Self: Excursions in Exile,’ also at 7 p.m., though registration is necessary for this event.
Pria Anand will also have a conversation at 7 p.m. at Porter Square Books in Boston regarding her new book, ‘The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains,’ and registration is required here as well.
At Hummingbird Books, Robyn Koslowitz will discuss her book ‘Post Traumatic Parenting: Break the Cycle and Become the Parent You Always Wanted to Be’ at 7 p.m., with tickets priced at $10 or $30 for admission plus a copy of the book.
Jenny L. Howe will be in conversation with Kelly Andrews about her new book ‘Love at Full Tilt’ that same evening at Lovestruck Books.
Tickets are $7.18, with a higher option of $21.05 for those wanting entrance along with a copy of the book.
The literary excitement continues on Wednesday, July 30, beginning with Joseph Lee, who will be in conversation with Linda Coombs at 5 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Falmouth.
This discussion centers on his work ‘Nothing More of This Land: Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity’ and is sponsored by Titcomb’s Bookshop, in partnership with Linking Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Knowledge.
At 7 p.m., Wendy Johnson will discuss her new book ‘Kinship Medicine: Cultivating Interdependence to Heal the Earth and Ourselves’ at Brookline Booksmith, where registration is recommended for attendees.
That same evening, B.A. Shapiro will talk about ‘The Lost Masterpiece: A Novel’ in a conversation with Jan Brogan at Harvard Book Store.
Thursday, July 31, will see Shari Lapena in conversation with Hank Phillippi Ryan at An Unlikely Story about her new work ‘She Didn’t See It Coming,’ beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets for this event are modestly priced at $6.24, or $34.47 for those looking to get admission and a copy of the book.
A poetry reading featuring Diana Arterian, Frannie Lindsay, and Ariel Yelen will begin at 7 p.m. at Grolier Poetry Book Shop, with an introduction by Susan Barba.
The event will also be streamed live via Zoom with tickets available for $10.
At Harvard Book Store that same evening, Cal Hoffman will discuss ‘Easy to Slip: A Novel’ in conversation with Audrey Schulman, and Sarah Sawyer will discuss her book ‘The Undercurrent’ at Newtonville Books in another 7 p.m. event.
Finally, on Friday, August 1, Naila Moreira will share her children’s book ‘The Monarchs of Winghaven’ and lead a butterfly release at the Green Briar Nature Center at 10 a.m., which is sponsored by Titcomb’s Bookshop.
At 11 a.m., Laura J. Eldridge will be at Titcomb’s Bookshop to discuss her new work ‘Out of the Depths of Darkness.’
Meanwhile, Beatriz Williams will present her new book ‘Under the Stars’ at An Unlikely Story at 6:30 p.m., with tickets available at $6.24 or $34.47 for admission along with a copy of the book.
Jane Healy will also be at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish of the Epiphany, discussing her new work ‘The Women of Arlington Hall,’ with tickets priced at $5 or $23 for entry and a book.
Finally, Grolier Poetry Book Shop will once again host a poetry reading featuring Krysten Hill, Heather Nelson, and Tom Snarsky at 7 p.m., with tickets priced at $10.
Book lovers in Boston have an exciting week ahead, filled with diverse voices and fascinating narratives to explore.
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