There is never a shortage of events to attend in a literary hub like Boston, so much so that the number of options can be overwhelming! But fear not, I have sorted through the events and pulled out some of the highlights for the upcoming weeks so you can go forth and check out these events in peace.
Thursday, March 29 7:30 PM at The Wilbur Theatre: Chrissy Metz
In this day, in this age, in this economy, who hasn’t seen This is Us yet? The beloved television show relies on a cast of remarkable actors to bring out the vibrancy that has attracted so many viewers; and Chrissy Metz, who plays Kate Pearson, is finally telling all in her new book This is Me. The star recounts the struggles she has been through and the obstacles she has faced to claim her rightful space in the world.
Wednesday, April 4 6:00 PM at Harvard Book Store: Meg Wolitzer
Meg Wolitzer is back, and this time she is armed with The Female Persuasion. In the novel, a young college woman meets a veteran feminist who starts to change her life. This poignant take on the power of relationships between women and is no doubt relevant to our times. She will be joined at the event by author Celeste Ng.
Thursday, April 5 6:00 PM at Boston Public Library Copley: Jessica Kensky, Patrick Downes, Scott Magoon, and Rescue
Authors and married couple Jessica Kensky and Patrick Downes were both injured during the Boston Marathon bombing of 2013, but they didn’t let that stop them in their tracks. Together with illustrator Scott Magoon and star of the show service dog Rescue, they teamed up to produce Rescue and Jessica, a picture book about how service dogs and people with disabilities work together.
Thursday, April 5 6:30 PM at Harvard Book Store: Leslie Jamison
Leslie Jamison will be discussing her book The Recovering: Intoxication and Its Aftermath. A blend of the narratives surrounding the recovery from substance dependence and her own experiences, this book explores both the physical and emotional turmoil that comes with such a journey.
Monday, April 9 7:30 PM at Brookline Booksmith: Exit West book discussion
Exit West by Mohsin Hamid has been chosen by countless publications (including us!) as the best book of 2017. See why the book has been so widely acclaimed, and go discuss the novel with fellow book lovers.
Monday, April 16 7:00 PM at Wilbur Theatre: Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Pierce Bush
The Bush twins are back, and now they are promoting their first memoir written together. In this book, the former first daughters reflect on their sisterly bond as well as highlights from their lives, including some memorable moments while at the White House.
Thursday, April 19 7:00 PM at Brookline Booksmith: Jenny Xie and Matthew Dickman
If poetry is your thing, this is the event for you. Jenny Xie’s debut collection Eye Level has won numerous awards for its meditation on immigration, loss, and more. Matthew Dickman’s fourth collection Wonderland explores the darkness in his own past with his trademark lyricism.
Saturday, April 28 all day wherever there is one: Independent Bookstore Day!!
Come out and show your support for your local independent bookstores!
Sunday, April 29 4:00 PM at Harvard Book Store: James Comey
Former FBI director James Comey needs no introduction after this year. His new book chronicles his time working for the American government, his work coinciding with some of the most important political moments of modern times. Tickets to the event are sold out, but you can still get on the waitlist.
Thursday, May 3 6:00 PM at Coolidge Corner Theatre: H. Jon Benjamin
You probably have not heard of him before, but you have heard him. The voice actor behind the main titular characters of Archer and Bob’s Burgers brings more laughs with his autobiography centered around all the failures he’s experienced in his life.
Cindy Nguyen-Pham, Intern
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