MUSIC & LITERATURE Magazine: U.S launch with Teju Cole, Hari Kunzru, and Peter Breiner “Join us for the U.S. launch of the third issue of Music & Literature, featuring presentations by Teju Cole, Hari Kunzru, Peter Breiner, as well as a live performance of three compositions by Vladimír Godár.” October 10, 2013…
Next month is our exciting author panel in celebration of National Reading Group Month and Great Group Reads! Authors Michèle Forbes, Caroline Leavitt, Bernice McFadden, Roxana Robinson, and John Searles will join us to discuss their latest books and their lives as writers. Be sure to mark your calendars now…
WNBA-NYC member Betsy Bird will be hosting a panel with the Children’s Media Association, featuring 6 new young adult and middle grades authors, sharing their varied experiences and adventures in getting their first books published. Journeys to Publication: a panel with Betsy Bird Monday, October 7, 2013 7:00PM The Hartley…
Brooklyn Book Festival 2013 Sunday, September 22 10:00 am-6:00 pm Brooklyn Borough Hall and Plaza WNBA Booth 390 Take the 2, 3, 4, 5 to Borough Hall; R to Court Street; or A, C, F to Jay Street/Borough Hall Once again, WNBA-NYC chapter will be sharing a booth with the…
If you’ve been looking for something to add to your reading list, the Great Group Reads committee has released its 2013 list for books in celebration of National Reading Group Month. 2013 Selections Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter Big Brother by Lionel Shriver A Constellation…
In Conversation: Ruth Ozeki and Carole DeSanti Wednesday, September 18, 2013 6:00-8:00 pm Reflections Yoga Studio 250 West 49th St., 2nd floor We open our program season with a provocative dialogue between two intriguing authors – both WNBA members – with topics ranging from their latest books, their inspirations, and…
Happy Monday, WNBA-ers and Happy Labor Day! As you enjoy the last official BBQ day of summer, take time to mark your calendars for our chapter’s upcoming fall events. Be sure to return to the blog for more information as each event approaches. September WNBA-NYC Chapter invites members to our…
This fall, the WNBA-NYC is partnering with Kids Research Center to collect new and gently-used books for children. Not sure what books to contribute? Here is a list of KRC likes to collect and what the Housing Authority stocks in their reading rooms: Picture books Early readers Chapter books Middle-grade…
Season Kick-Off and Networking Party September 11, 2013 6:00 – 8:30pm Location to be provided upon RSVP Join us for a chance to network and catch up with your fellow WNBA-NYC members. Bring friends who may be interested in joining our organization. There will be book give-aways for all paid-up…
Summer is winding down, and the WNBA-NYC is gearing up for a season full of events and outings. Don’t miss out on our Neighborhood Lunches, author panels, and networking parties. Click here for a partial list of upcoming events. And be sure to check the blog for more details on…
