Between the Lines: C. Nicole Mason and Vanessa K. De Luca

Born Bright: A Young Girl's Journey from Nothing to Something in America is a memoir that explores the meaning and shifting narratives of black girlhood and womanhood in a contemptuous America. Author C. Nicole Mason, PhD and Vanessa DeLuca, Editor-In-Chief of ESSENCE Magazine, will be in conversation and the evening will feature a reading by Charlene Carruthers, Executive Director of BYP100. Following the event will be a reception and book signing.

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First come, first seated

For free events, we generally overbook to ensure a full house. All registered seats are released 15 to 30 minutes before start time, so we recommend that you arrive early.

Guests

Please note that holding seats in the Langston Hughes Auditorium is strictly prohibited and there is no food or drinks allowed anywhere in the Schomburg Center. 

Press

Please send all press inquiries (photo, video, interviews, audio-recording, etc.) at least 24 hours before the day of the program to Angela Montefinese at angelamontefinise@nypl.org.

Please note that professional photography and video recordings are prohibited without expressed consent.