Author Talks

Discover new ideas and the latest releases at the Library! This series presents a wide variety of topics and genres, from fiction to journalism, through discussions and presentations by leading writers in their fields.

Geoff Rickly with Ashley Dalle: Someone Who Isn't Me

Wednesday, March 20, 2024, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Singer and songwriter Geoff Rickly joins us to discuss his first novel, Someone Who Isn't Me, with NYPL Librarian and musician Ashley Dalle.Read More ›
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Francine Houben
Susanne Sirefman
Julia Gamolina

Madame Architect Presents: Women Who Shape Our World

Tuesday, March 26, 2024, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Join us for Madame Architect Presents: Women Who Shape Our World, a conversation with Madam Architect Founder and Editor-in Chief Julia Gamolina, Susanna Sirefman, President of Dovetail Design Strategists, and architect of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, Francine Houben, Founding Partner of Mecanoo.Read More ›
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Xochitl Gonzalez Xochitl Gonzalez
Caridad de la Luz AKA "La Bruja" Caridad de la Luz AKA "La Bruja"

Get Lit March Book Club: Xochitl Gonzalez with musical guest Caridad de la Luz AKA "La Bruja"

Thursday, March 28, 2024, 6 - 7 PM
Join WNYC and Xochitl Gonzalez for a live conversation about her newest book Anita de Monte Laughs Last, followed by a special musical performance from Caridad de la Luz AKA "La Bruja."Read More ›
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Author Talk with Brenna McDaniel!

Friday, March 29, 2024, 3 - 4 PM

Author Talk with Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé

Friday, March 29, 2024, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Join Pelham Parkway-Van Nest and Epiphany Libraries in a discussion with YA author Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé, author of the bestselling book, "Ace of Spades".Read More ›

Fluid Languages and Identities in Latinx Poetry | Lenguajes e Identidades Fluidas en la Poesía Latinx

Thursday, April 4, 2024, 6 - 7:30 PM
Denice Frohman, Melissa Lozada-Oliva & Urayoán Noel talk about Latinx identity(ies) formation and expression in the United States. Read More ›
Amy Reeder
Soo Lee
Amy Chu
Arielle Jovellanos

Breaking the Panels: Women Reshaping the Comic Universe

Thursday, April 4, 2024, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Join us for an insightful and empowering panel discussion with Amy Chu, Arielle Jovellanos, Soo Lee, and Amy Reeder, as we delve into the diverse and influential roles women play in shaping the world of comics.Read More ›
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The Craft of Poetry with Barbara Henning and Michael Heller

Monday, April 8, 2024, 2 - 3 PM
Jon Curley moderates a discussion between poets Barbara Henning and Michael Heller, who will discuss the craft of poetry.Read More ›
Molly McGhee
nia t. evans

Molly McGhee with nia t. evans: Jonathan Abernathy You Are Kind

Thursday, April 11, 2024, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Author Molly McGhee joins us to discuss her new book, Jonathan Abernathy You Are Kind, with journalist nia t. evans.Read More ›
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Author Talk with Shannon Holmes

Monday, April 15, 2024, 12 - 2 PM

Author Talk with Cliff Bleszinski

Friday, April 19, 2024, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Olga Ravn Olga Ravn
Juhani Karila Juhani Karila
Maru Ayase Maru Ayase

Realm of Speculative Fiction in Translation: A Contemporary Thoroughfare to Creative Language

Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 9 - 10 AM
Speculative writers Olga Ravn, Juhani Karila, and Maru Ayase discuss writing innovative fiction in translation.Read More ›
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Teen Banned Book Club in navy against a green background
Book Cover of The Downstairs Girl Book Cover of The Downstairs Girl
Photo of Stacey Lee Photo of Stacey Lee

Banned Book Club Event with Stacey Lee: The Downstairs Girl

Thursday, April 25, 2024, 3 - 4 PM
Join us online to discuss The Downstairs Girl with Stacey Lee, part of NYPL's Teen Banned Book Club.Read More ›
Mark Rylance Mark Rylance
Shakespeare Was a Woman and Other Heresies Shakespeare Was a Woman and Other Heresies
Shakespeare Was a Woman and Other Heresies Shakespeare Was a Woman and Other Heresies
Elizabeth Winkler Elizabeth Winkler

Author Talk: "Shakespeare Was a Woman & Other Heresies" with Journalist Elizabeth Winkler & Actor Mark Rylance

Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 7 - 8:30 PM
Zahra Hankir

Zahra Hankir: Eyeliner: A Cultural History

Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Author and journalist Zahra Hankir joins us to discuss her new book, Eyeliner: A Cultural History.Read More ›
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Caoilinn Hughes
Brandon Taylor

Caoilinn Hughes with Brandon Taylor: The Alternatives

Friday, May 3, 2024, 6 - 7 PM
Author Caoilinn Hughes joins us to discuss her new novel, The Alternatives, with fellow author Brandon Taylor.Read More ›
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Chris Payne. Photo by Dana Kandić Chris Payne. Photo by Dana Kandić
Leslie Simon Leslie Simon

Chris Payne with Leslie Simon: Where Are Your Boys Tonight? The Oral History of Emo's Mainstream Explosion 1999-2008

Monday, May 6, 2024, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Author Chris Payne joins us to discuss his book, Where Are Your Boys Tonight? The Oral History of Emo's Mainstream Explosion 1999-2008, with writer Leslie Simon.Read More ›
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