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SUMMARY:Writing the Big Impossible Thing: Natasha Trethewey\, Cristina Rivera Garza and Rebecca Makkai on grief\, joy and the writing life
DESCRIPTION:In this powerful and intimate event\, join me\, Natasha Trethewey\, and Cristina Rivera Garza to discuss writing on life’s “big impossible things.” Across award-winning works of poetry\, memoir\, and fiction each of these authors have delved into stories of memory\, trauma\, and the ripple effects of grief. Join us for a conversation on craft and the creative process\, the transformative power of literature\, and how writing into a wound can lead to the light. There will be a book signing following the event.
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/pulitzer-on-the-road/
LOCATION:Chopin Theater\, 1543 W Division St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642
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SUMMARY:Five Things I've Learned: Grasping Point of View – on the Page and in the World
DESCRIPTION:Join me in this live\, two-hour class and discover the Five Things I’ve Learned about the issue I’ve found most connected to almost early every problem on the page – and why improving the ability to see through someone else’s eyes is essential for being a good writer and a decent human being.
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/five-things-ive-learned-grasping-point-of-view-on-the-page-and-in-the-world/
LOCATION:IL
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SUMMARY:In Conversation with Jennifer Finney Boylan
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be in conversation with Jennifer Finney Boylan on February 14 at 6pm at Bookends and Beginnings in Evanston! Tickets for this event cost $35 and each includes admission and a copy of Jennifer’s new book Cleavage. \n  \n 
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/in-conversation-with-jennifer-finney-boylan/
LOCATION:Bookends and Beginnings\, 1712 Sherman Ave. \, Evanston\, IL\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T171413Z
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SUMMARY:In Conversation with Dinaw Mengestu
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be in conversation with Dinaw Mengestu at Anderson’s Bookshop at Kinderhook Books in Kinderhook\, NY on February 8th at 6pm—join us to chat about his latest book\, Someone Like Us!
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/in-conversation-with-dinaw-mengestu/
LOCATION:Kinderhook Books\, 10 Broad Street\, Kinderhook\, NY\, 12106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20250110T171456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T215405Z
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SUMMARY:Vassar’s 2025 Writer-in-Residence Reading by Rebecca Makkai
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be Reading at Vassar College at February 3rd at 6pm—join us here\, no RSVP required!
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/vassars-2025-writer-in-residence-reading-by-rebecca-makkai/
LOCATION:Vassar College — 300 Rockefeller Hall\, 124 Raymond Ave\, Poughkeepsie\, NY\, 12604
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T143955Z
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SUMMARY:Reading Your Resistance + Writing Your Resistance with StoryStudio Chicago
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be in conversation with some rockstar writers (Parneshia Jones\, Megan Stielstra\, Adrian Matejka\, Michael Zapata) at the Swedish American Museum (note the location on the graphic is wrong) on Jan. 21 via StoryStudio…event is free\, but RSVP required; sign up here!
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/reading-your-resistance-writing-your-resistance-with-storystudio-chicago/
LOCATION:Swedish American Museum\, 5211 N Clark St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20241024T164058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T164113Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Review of Books Awards (The CHIRBys)
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be hosting the 9th Annual CHIRBy Awards\, a ceremony honoring the “literary gold” writers of Chicago on December 12th at the Fine Arts Building. Cocktail hour is from 6:30pm – 7:30pm and the awards begin at 7:30. Register here to join me and some of Chicago’s best writers for an evening of literary fun.
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/chicago-review-of-books-awards-the-chirbys/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241103T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20241024T162751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T162815Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Womxn event with Senator Tammy Duckworth
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register to join me\, Senator Duckworth\, former Mayor Lori Lightfoot\, Jill Wine-Banks\, Carol Ross Barney\, Erin Gallagher\, Dorri McWhorter\, and Rohini Dey on November 3rd at Vermillion in Chicago. \nThere will be food stations by a range of terrific LTW women restaurateurs\, and the evening is to rally votes\, rally funds\, rally policy pivotal to women on the eve of this historic election. 100% of ticket proceeds benefit the Harris Victory Fund\, $100 minimum donation per guest. Men and all allies are very welcome!
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/what-women-want-fortifying-our-democracy-lets-talk-womxn-event-with-senator-tammy-duckworth/
LOCATION:Vermillion\, 10 W Hubbard St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T201500
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CREATED:20240822T170740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T152355Z
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SUMMARY:PEN/Faulkner Virtual Campus Novels Event
DESCRIPTION:Join me\, Xochitl Gonzalez\, and Sonora Jha (moderated by Lupita Aquino) as we talk campus novels on Wednesday\, October 30 at 7pm EST! Join us here.
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/pen-faulkner-virtual-campus-novels-event/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241030T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20241024T163613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T163613Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of Hennepin County Library
DESCRIPTION:Join me in Minneapolis for a Pen Pals program at the Hopkins Center for the Arts. All proceeds from the event benefit Hennepin County Library\, join me in person or online on October 29 at 7:30pm and October 30 at 11am—register here!
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/friends-of-hennepin-county-library/
LOCATION:Hopkins Center for the Arts\, 1111 Mainstreet\, Hopkins\, Minnesota\, 55343
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240823T142328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T142353Z
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SUMMARY:Rebecca Makkai and John Green @ Chicago Humanities
DESCRIPTION:John Green and I in conversation on our work\, lives\, and the role that novels can—and can’t—play in today’s world. Join us at Northwestern University at 2pm!
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/rebecca-makkai-and-john-green-chicago-humanities/
LOCATION:Northwestern University
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241007T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240927T143536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T143536Z
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SUMMARY:In Conversation with Margaret Atwood
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be in conversation with Margaret Atwood via WBEZ and in partnership with Exile in Bookville. Join us on Monday\, October 7th at 6pm the University Club of Chicago! Tickets and more info here.
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/in-conversation-with-margaret-atwood/
LOCATION:University Club\, Chicago
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240822T152456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T143649Z
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SUMMARY:In Conversation with Richard Powers
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be in conversation with Richard Powers at the Chicago Humanities Festival this fall! Join us on Saturday\, October 5th at 6pm at UIC Forum.
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/in-conversation-with-richard-powers/
LOCATION:UIC Forum\, 1213 S Halsted St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240822T144729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T144729Z
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SUMMARY:StoryStudio Presents: Writers on Writing
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be in conversation with Susan Choi at the Newberry Library on Thursday\, September 19th to reflect on the work and craft of writing. It’s a free event\, but advance registration is required!
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/storystudio-presents-writers-on-writing/
LOCATION:Newberry Library\, 60 West Walton Street\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240821T160259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T161002Z
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SUMMARY:In Conversation with Jodi Picoult
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be in conversation with Jodi Picoult at Anderson’s Bookshop at Pfeiffer Hall in Naperville at 2pm—join us to chat about her latest book\, By Any Other Name! \n 
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/in-conversation-with-jodi-picoult/
LOCATION:Anderson’s Bookshop at Pfeiffer Hall\, 310 E Benton Ave\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240821T155021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T155546Z
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SUMMARY:In Conversation with Crystal Hana Kim\, Printers Row Lit Fest
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be in conversation with Crystal Hana Kim about her 2024 novel The Stone Home at the Printers Row Literary Fest in Chicago! Join us at 5pm at the Joseph & Bessie Feinberg Foundation Stage (On W. Polk St.\, just west of S. Federal St.).
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/in-conversation-with-crystal-hana-kim-printers-row-lit-fest/
LOCATION:Printers Row Literary Fest\, Joseph & Bessie Feinberg Foundation Stage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240905T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240905T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240821T153417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T153810Z
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SUMMARY:Rebecca in Conversation with Matt Haig
DESCRIPTION:Join Rebecca and Matt Haig in conversation on September 5\, at the Book Stall to discuss Matt’s latest book The Life Impossible!
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/rebecca-in-conversation-with-matt-haig/
LOCATION:The Book Stall\, 811 Elm St\, Winnetka\, IL\, 60093
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240825
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240208T105916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T105916Z
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SUMMARY:Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference
DESCRIPTION:With its rich literary and intellectual tradition\, the 99th annual Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference will bring emerging writers together to work with a diverse and talented faculty. For ten days in August\, Participants and Fellows will experience the opportunity of working under the guidance of notable writers\, including MacArthur Fellows\, U.S. Poets Laureate\, and recipients of the Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award. \n  \n 
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/bread-loaf-writers-conference/
LOCATION:Ripton\, VT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240627T162147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T162448Z
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SUMMARY:Jean Hanff Korelitz and Rebecca Makkai in Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Jean Hanff Korelitz\, author of The Plot\, which Stephen King called\, “one of the best novels I’ve ever read about writers and writing… insanely readable\,” and Rebecca Makkai\, author of I Have Some Questions for You\, which Maureen Corrigan called\, “a stylishly self-aware novel of ideas\,” will appear downstairs at 51 Main in collaboration with Everything Nice. \nPlease join The Vermont Bookshop in the beautiful\, plant-filled space beside the Otter Creek for what promises to be a thrillingly intelligent and entertaining event with not one\, but two! bestselling novelists. As part of its curated programming\, Everything Nice will offer light bites and a cash bar.  Make a reservation upstairs at 51 Main for dinner after the event and have a big night out!
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/jean-hanff-korelitz-and-rebecca-makkai-in-conversation/
LOCATION:51 Main in collaboration with Everything Nice\, 51 Main St.\, Middlebury\, 05753
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240702T154140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T163605Z
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SUMMARY:Rebecca Makkai and Jess Row in Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join Rebecca and Jess Row in conversation at Bear Pond Books on their books\, writing\, and lives on July 10 at Bear Pond Books—it’ll be celebration for Jess’ paperback release of The New Earth\, as well as a belated celebration for Rebecca’s I Have Some Questions For You paperback!
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/rebecca-makkai-and-jess-row-in-conversation/
LOCATION:Bear Pond Books\, 77 Main St.\, Montpelier\, VT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240208T104514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T104514Z
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SUMMARY:Giller Book Club (Remote Event)
DESCRIPTION:Join 2023 Scotiabank Giller Prize longlisted author Deborah Willis and author Rebecca Makkai for this one-hour conversation. Everyone is welcome to attend on Zoom.  \n 
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/giller-book-club-remote-event/
LOCATION:Zoom info in ticket link
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240521T195515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T195623Z
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SUMMARY:The Campus Novel: a symposium with Nash Jenkins and Rebecca Makkai
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening dialogue with Rebecca Makkai\, author of “The Great Believers\,” and Nash Jenkins\, “Foster Dade Explores the Cosmos.” \nMix and Mingle Happy Hour from 5:00 – 6:00 PM\, followed by a conversation between the authors at 6:00 and book signing from 7:00-7:30 PM.
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/the-campus-novel-a-symposium-with-nash-jenkins-and-rebecca-makkai/
LOCATION:Bookends and Beginnings\, 1712 Sherman Ave. \, Evanston\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240125T161018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T161018Z
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SUMMARY:Gertrude C. & Harold S. Vanderbilt Visiting Writers Series
DESCRIPTION:The Gertrude C. and Harold S. Vanderbilt Visiting Writers Series is named in honor of Vanderbilt founder Cornelius Vanderbilt’s great-grandson and his wife. Each semester\, the series brings several professional writers to campus to read from their works and visit classes. This unique and extraordinary program gives English department students and faculty\, the Vanderbilt community\, and Nashville’s citizens a chance to meet and talk with some of the best writers of our day. \nClick here for more details
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/gertrude-c-harold-s-vanderbilt-visiting-writers-series/
LOCATION:Vanderbilt University\, Nashville\, TN\, Nashville\, TN 37235
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240208T104018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T104018Z
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SUMMARY:Writers Center Stage presents: Rebecca Makkai
DESCRIPTION:The William N. Skirball Writers Center Stage Series brings the literary world’s best writers to Cleveland. The 2023-2024 series is presented by the Cuyahoga County Public Library Foundation and Case Western Reserve University. Funds raised by this series help support Cuyahoga County Public Library\, one of America’s best and busiest library systems. All events start promptly at 7:30 PM.
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/writers-center-stage-presents-rebecca-makkai/
LOCATION:Milton and Tamar Maltz Performing Arts Center\, 1855 Ansel Rd\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240208T110633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T110633Z
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SUMMARY:In Conversation With Rowan Beaird
DESCRIPTION:In conversation with Rowan Beaird for the release of her new novel\, The Divorcées.  \n 
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/in-conversation-with-rowan-beaird/
LOCATION:Women & Children First\, 5233 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240208T105507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T105507Z
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SUMMARY:Paperback Book Tour: Blue House Books
DESCRIPTION:We are so excited to welcome Rebecca Makkai to Kenosha to help celebrate the paperback release of I Have Some Questions for You! \n\n\nRebecca will be at Blue House Books from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday\, March 19th to chat with readers and sign books. Joining Rebecca is Wisconsin author Amy Pease\, whose debut novel Northwoods about a murder an a seemingly idyllic town in the north of Wisconsin\, has been a huge hit with our readers. These two Midwestern authors will be chatting about their books and what drives them to write such page-turning thrillers! \nThis event is FREE but registration is required.
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/paperback-book-tour-blue-house-books/
LOCATION:Blue House Books\, 5915 6th Ave A\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240318T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240205T185907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T103144Z
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SUMMARY:Niles Library Book Club Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Bring your book club and enjoy a captivating evening of literature and libations at Une Année in Niles.  Mingle with fellow readers as we share resources\, talk books\, and get tips for your next meeting.  Then dive into a lively discussion featuring New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Makkai! Whether you’re looking to build upon an existing book club\, just starting yours or looking for one to join\, everyone is welcome. Attendees will also enjoy a 20% discount on food and drinks beginning at 6 pm. Books will be available for purchase from New Book Joy. In partnership with StoryStudio Chicago.
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/niles-library-book-club-mixer/
LOCATION:Une Année Brewery\, 6343 W Gross Point Rd\, Niles\, IL\, 60714\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20240208T111237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T111237Z
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SUMMARY:In Conversation With Cristina Henríquez
DESCRIPTION:In conversation with Cristina Henríquez for the release of her new novel\, The Great Divide.
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/in-conversation-with-cristina-henriquez/
LOCATION:Women & Children First\, 5233 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240310
DTSTAMP:20260403T130345
CREATED:20231202T012820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T043517Z
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SUMMARY:Literary Women of Long Beach Festival of Authors
DESCRIPTION:HISTORY\nThe Festival of Women Authors had its beginning in Long Beach\, California in 1982. It was created when two women\, Harriet Williams and Virginia Laddey were appalled to discover the scarcity of women authors represented in the reading lists of local high schools. They decided to alter the imbalance by creating a festival showcasing women authors. \nWith a committee of women from fifteen other community groups\, they designed a festival that brought the best of contemporary women writers to an eager audience. \nMISSION\n\nTo make accessible to a wide-ranging audience of avid readers the work of outstanding contemporary women authors.\nTo encourage new writers of talent and promise.\nTo celebrate the value of literature in the lives of future readers.
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/literary-women-of-long-beach-festival-of-authors/
LOCATION:Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center\, 300 E Ocean Blvd\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90802\, United States
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SUMMARY:Encuentro Con Rebecca Makkai (Madrid)
DESCRIPTION:Acogemos un encuentro con la autora norteamericana Rebecca Makkai con motivo de la publicación de su nuevo trabajo Tengo algunas preguntas para usted(Ed. Sexto Piso). La autora conversará con la periodista María Jesús Espinosa de los Monteros. \nWe host a meeting with the North American author Rebecca Makkai on the occasion of the publication of her new work I Have Some Questions for You (Ed. Sixth Floor). The author will talk with the journalist María Jesús Espinosa de los Monteros.
URL:https://rebeccamakkai.com/event/encuentro-con-rebecca-makkai-madrid/
LOCATION:Espacio Fundación Telefónica\, Calle de Fuencarral\, 3\, Centro\,\, Madrid\, 28004\, Spain
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