Gothic Secrets: Witch Trials
Join a literature reading at the New York Society Library for a gothic thriller by the author of The Bequest, as a grieving archivist uncovers a link between disappearances and a town’s witch-trial history.
Adriana E. Ramírez & Kate Tuttle
Two authors, Adriana E. Ramírez and Kate Tuttle, read from their works at McNally Jackson Books in New York City, followed by a brief Q&A. A lively, intimate bookstore event that showcases contemporary literature and the writers' approaches.
Steve Schirripa + Michael Imperioli: WillieBoy Eats the World
Join actors Steve Schirripa and Michael Imperioli for a book-launch at Strand Book Store, celebrating WillieBoy Eats the World. They discuss the new children’s book, share stories from the writing process, and answer questions in an intimate NYC venue, making this a fun, family-friendly literary event.
An Evening with Maya Kucherskaya
An Evening with Maya Kucherskaya, a prominent Russian writer and scholar, hosted by the Harriman Institute at Columbia University. Moderated by Mark Lipovetsky, the event features insight into Kucherskaya’s acclaimed work through a lively literary discussion in a university setting.
M Lin & Weike Wang
Two acclaimed authors, M Lin and Weike Wang, headline an in-store reading at McNally Jackson Books in Manhattan. They discuss their latest works and craft, offering insights into character, narrative, and literary voices in an intimate bookstore setting.
Across Languages: New Voices in Korean Poetry
An evening of contemporary Korean poetry read by acclaimed voices Lee Jenny, Yoo Heekyung, Oh Eun, and others, presented by Ugly Duckling Presse and The Korea Society. The program pairs translation and original Korean, offering an intimate, scholarly NYC literary experience in a classic reading format.
A Night of Irish Storytelling with Colm Tóibín
Join award-winning Irish novelist Colm Tóibín for an evening of storytelling and readings at The Center, featuring selections from Brooklyn and Long Island plus conversation and audience Q&A.
Jayne Anne Phillips + Lily King: Small Town Girls
A NYC release event at Strand Book Store with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jayne Anne Phillips discussing her new memoir SMALL TOWN, joined by Lily King for a conversation about memory, place, and the craft of memoir.
112th: Marilyn Hacker
Join poet Marilyn Hacker for a reading and discussion of her new book Transitions at Book Culture on 112th Street in NYC. The intimate literary event offers insights into craft, memory, and contemporary poetry, followed by a Q&A.
Book Launch: Abigail Savitch-Lew
Abigail Savitch-Lew headlines a book-launch at Greenlight Bookstore in New York, presenting her latest title with a reading and brief Q&A. Attendees can expect literary insights and signing opportunities in a cozy indie-bookstore setting.
Willa Cather Seminar with Jane Mallison
Join Jane Mallison for a scholarly seminar at the New York Society Library exploring Willa Cather’s life and major works—from My Ántonia to Death Comes for the Archbishop—through Red Cloud and New York years. A focused discussion ideal for literature lovers.
Book Talk: Intent to Destroy
Columbia’s Harriman Institute hosts a book talk on Eugene Finkel’s Intent to Destroy, moderated by Elise Giuliano, exploring Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and its historical context.
Megan O'Grady & Benjamin Moser
Megan O'Grady and Benjamin Moser discuss their recent books in a lively in-conversation at McNally Jackson Books. The NYC bookstore setting promises insightful readings, Q&A, and perspectives on contemporary biography and journalism.
Winter Night Rabbit Worries: Book Launch
Ugly Ducking Presse presents a poetry book launch for Winter Night Rabbit Worries by Yoo Heekyung, translated from Korean. The reading/panel in New York spotlights the author and translator, marking the English-language release of the collection. An intimate literary evening in NYC that invites discussion of contemporary Korean poetry.
Patrick Cottrell & Jordy Rosenberg in Conversation
An evening reading and conversation with genre-defying authors Patrick Cottrell and Jordy Rosenberg, hosted by Andrea Lawlor at the Center for Fiction, exploring innovative contemporary fiction and craft.
112th: Helen Benedict with Kate Manning
An intimate evening at Book Culture on 112th St as Helen Benedict reads from The Soldier's House and discusses memory, war, and craft with Kate Manning, inviting audience reflections and questions.
The Greenlight Poetry Salon
Join a poetic evening at Greenlight Bookstore in NYC for live readings, discussion, and intimate conversations around contemporary verse. The Greenlight Poetry Salon brings poets and readers together for an inspiring, book‑ish night in a cozy independent bookstore.
'This is the Only Kingdom: A Novel'
This is the Only Kingdom: A Novel—Jaquira Díaz discusses the book and its powerful mother-daughter love letter, joined by Edwidge Danticat at Lenfest Center for the Arts (615 W. 129th St.), introduced by Sarah Cole for a warm Columbia Arts evening.
LIC April Book Club
Book Culture LIC hosts its April Book Club on April 23 at 6pm for a lively discussion of Luminous by Sylvia Park. Join fellow readers at Book Culture LIC in NYC for an engaging, community-friendly literary gathering; all are welcome.
Cafecito con... Víctor Fragoso: ser islas
Join a bilingual book talk at Hunter College as Victor Fragoso presents ser islas (Being Islands) and the Diasporican Library collection from CENTRO Press, translated by Paul Orbuch. An intimate reading that explores island identity, diaspora, and translation.
Book Launch: Gal Beckerman with George Packer
Gal Beckerman discusses his latest work in conversation with George Packer at Greenlight Bookstore in NYC. This intimate book-launch features a curated discussion, audience Q&A, and a signing, set in the welcoming ambience of an independent bookstore.
Lila Raicek & Griffin Dunne
An intimate literary evening with authors Lila Raicek and Griffin Dunne at McNally Jackson Books in New York City. Enjoy a live reading followed by Q&A in the bookstore's inviting space, perfect for fans of contemporary literature.
Catherine Lacey & Ben Lerner: New Salon in Conversation with Darin Strauss
Catherine Lacey and Ben Lerner discuss their work in conversation with Darin Strauss at NYU's Lillian Vernon Creative Writers House on Apr 23, 2026.
An Evening with Evgenia Nekrasova
Columbia's Harriman Institute presents Evgenia Nekrasova, a writer and poet, for an evening of literary reading and discussion in Hamilton Hall. Moderated by Mark Lipovetsky, the program explores womanhood, girlhood, and folklore through Nekrasova's novels. Registration is required by 4pm on April 23.
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