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Join author Tia Williams for a discussion about the journey, creative process and inspiration behind young adult and romance writing. Stephanie Haney with Ideastream will serve as moderator.
Tia Williams is a bestselling author and former beauty editor at publications including Elle, Glamour, and Essence. She is the author of eight books, including "Seven Days in June," a New York Times bestseller and Reese’s Book Club pick, and "The Perfect Find," which was adapted into a Netflix film. Williams’s writing blends romance, humor, history, magic, and vibrant stories of Black excellence.
Stephanie Haney, with Ideastream and host of "Sound of Ideas," will serve as moderator of this event.
Registration is not required. Seating is first-come, first-served. Auditorium doors will open at 6:15 pm.
Free parking is provided in the Market/High St. Parking Deck after 6 pm on weekdays with a parking voucher from the Security Desk.
Tia Williams will sign copies of her books — “A Love Song for Ricki Wilde” and her latest young adult title, “Audre and Bash Are Just Friends” — following the event. Copies will be available for purchase, while supplies last, through the Friends of Main Library.
EVENT TYPE: | Books & Writing |
Drive-up Window closes fifteen minutes before the building closes for the day.
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