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Tulubaikaporia's First Ever Book Club (Tomorrow! on Long Island!!)

The Lifeboat • 321 implied HN points • 19 Feb 26
📚 Literature Author Events
  1. A grassroots book‑club offered a formal "Author Spotlight" that promises curated discussion and visibility but expects a standard support contribution and author materials.
  2. Payment and coordination became complicated and suspicious, with wires routed through multiple intermediaries, long delays, and a beneficiary name that matched a criminal record—raising clear red flags.
  3. The exchange mixes earnest logistics with surreal, performative moments, making it hard to tell whether the whole thing is a sincere arrangement, a prank, or an attempted scam.

1000 Words Tour Report

CRAFT TALK • 2653 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
📚 Literature Author Events
  1. The book was in high demand online and sold out quickly, but independent bookstores supported the author.
  2. The author expressed gratitude to those who attended events and engaged in meaningful exchanges about writing.
  3. Upcoming events were mentioned, along with the importance of writing together and creating a supportive community.

Live event today!

Story Club with George Saunders • 40 implied HN points • 25 Feb 26
📚 Literature Author Events
  1. There’s a live conversation today with George Saunders and Anand Giridharadas on The Ink at 1:30pm EST / 12:30pm CST.
  2. A link will be sent out just before the livestream, so join if you can.
  3. The.Ink book club is discussing the novel Vigil and its big questions about salvation, truth, and whether free will exists.

Book tour updates!

sweater weather • 1316 implied HN points • 31 May 23
📚 Literature Author Events
  1. The author is going on a book tour across America, starting in Portland.
  2. Exciting events are lined up, like conversations with notable speakers in different cities.
  3. The author encourages support for indie bookstores and shares upcoming tour dates on their website.

Hope is a Book In Hand

Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind • 359 implied HN points • 14 Mar 24
📚 Literature Author Events
  1. Books have a powerful ability to help people understand and care about different experiences. They can bring hope in tough times, especially when diverse stories are told.
  2. Indigenous authors are important because they share stories that show their real lives, not just stereotypes. Their books help everyone learn about different cultures and perspectives.
  3. Seeing people come together at book events is inspiring. It reminds us that books can create community and spread joy and compassion.
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The NO SUCH THING AS TOO MUCH ART Society • 707 implied HN points • 07 Mar 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Author Events
  1. Featured artist Michael Pederson is based in Sydney, Australia and creates tiny public art installations.
  2. Danielle Krysa's new kids' book "ART and JOY ~ Best Friends Forever" is out today and her book tour starts in Los Angeles, followed by other cities.
  3. Excitement for the upcoming book tour events in Vancouver, Portland, New York, Philly, Santa Fe, and San Francisco.

Agent Workshop + Event Reminders

The Fairest Writer • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jun 20
📚 Literature Author Events
  1. There's a workshop tonight with agent Seth Fishman on Zoom. It's a great chance to learn more if you haven't registered yet.
  2. The author is wrapping up a virtual tour and has some exciting discussions lined up about memoirs and racial justice with notable authors.
  3. There’s a focus on sharing challenges faced by Black trans individuals and the importance of racial equality in upcoming conversations.