Elizabeth Hall: 7 p.m., May 15, Lake Forest Park, 7171 Bothell Way NE. Alexander Turner, fleeing an abusive marriage and the ghosts of her past, finds comfort in a small coastal town in Puget Sound and a job with a local marine biologist studying orcas. Then, unexplained sounds and scents turn things awry. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
Sam Wiebe: 7 p.m., May 17, Lake Forest Park, 7171 Bothell Way NE. Wiebe will discuss his second book in the Wakeland series, “Cut You Down,” about a bright and unstable student who disappears in the aftermath of a scandal involving millions of dollars, and the professor and private investigator who try to track her down. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
Paddy Eger: 6 p.m. May 18, University Book Store, 15311 Main Street, Mill Creek. Eger’s book “Tasman: An Innocent Convict’s Struggle For Freedom” chronicles Ean McClaud’s desperate bid for survival and exoneration against overwhelming odds. The young Irish lad, falsely accused of stealing a handkerchief in 1850 England, finds himself enslaved on a prison vessel sailing to the brutal penal colony in Port Arthur, Tasmania, to face a three-year sentence of hard labor. More at www.ubookstore.com/mill-creek.
Taso G. Lagos: 1 p.m. May 19, University Book Store, 15311 Main Street, Mill Creek. “American Zeus: The Life of Alexander Pantages” tells the life story of the theater pioneer who emigrated from Panama. Pantages opened his first movie theater in 1902 and went on to build one of the largest independently-owned theater chains in the United States. More at www.ubookstore.com/mill-creek.
Billy Mac: 7 p.m. May 23, Lake Forest Park, 7171 Bothell Way NE. “My Oh My! The Dave Niehaus Story” is a reflection on the life and work of the Hall of Fame baseball broadcaster. Mac’s book begins in Niehaus’ childhood and takes us through his celebrated career. For more than three decades in Seattle, until his death in 2010, his lyrical play-by-play was a nightly inspiration to the fans. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
Rachel Pudelek: 6 p.m. May 26, University Book Store, 15311 Main Street, Mill Creek. Pudelek’s book “Freyja’s Daughter” is the first in her Wild Women book series. The book centers on Faline Frey, a bounty-hunter with hudra powers who tries not to catch the unwanted attention of holy soldiers born to police the supernatural. More at www.ubookstore.com/mill-creek.
Peter Stark: 7 p.m. May 30, Lake Forest Park, 7171 Bothell Way NE. The bestselling author of “Astoria” brings new perspective on the first president of the United States in “Young Washington.” Stark’s book weaves together George Washington’s wilderness adventures and a broader historical context to offer more insight into the years that shaped the man who shaped a nation. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
POETRY READINGS
Skagit River Poetry Festival: The 10th biennial festival is May 17-20 at Maple Hall, 104 Commercial, La Conner. Features poetry readings, workshops and live music. Tickets range in price. Hosted by the Skagit River Poetry Foundation. Call 360-422-6033. See the festival schedule at www.skagitriverpoetry.org.
Black Lab Gallery: 7 p.m. Mondays. The gallery offers a poetry reading each Monday evening at 1618 Hewitt Ave., Everett. For more information, call 425-512-9476.
Cafe Zippy: 7 p.m. Thursdays. Everett Poetry night at the cafe is on most Thursday evenings at 1502 Rucker Ave., Everett. Call 425-303-0474.
Hibulb Cultural Center: 6 p.m. first Thursdays. The museum’s Open Mic Poetry series continues. In the Longhouse Room at 6410 23rd Ave. NE, Tulalip. Visit www.hibulbculturalcenter.org for more.
NEW BOOKS
Von Braschler: The Everett native has written eight books, the newest about hospice and death transition. It is called “Moving in the Light: The Deb Bennett Story.” It follows one courageous cancer survivor through hospice and a series of meditation exercises. Braschler was born and raised in Everett. After graduating from Everett Junior College in 1967, he was a journalist in Oregon where he also volunteered at Mt. Hood Hospice, a pioneer in hospice care. His book is available on Amazon. Call 651-235-6645.
Steve K. Bertrand: The Mukilteo author has published two more haiku books: “The Runner’s Book of Haiku,” poems inspired by his love of long-distance running, and “Where the River Flows,” a collection of 1,000 haiku set in the Pacific Northwest. The award-winning poet, historian and photographer has written more than 20 books. All of his books are available on Amazon.
POETRY READINGS
Skagit River Poetry Festival: The 10th biennial festival is May 17-20 at Maple Hall, 104 Commercial, La Conner. Features poetry readings, workshops and live music. Tickets range in price. Hosted by the Skagit River Poetry Foundation. Call 360-422-6033. See the festival schedule at www.skagitriverpoetry.org.
Black Lab Gallery: 7 p.m. Mondays. The gallery offers a poetry reading each Monday evening at 1618 Hewitt Ave., Everett. For more information, call 425-512-9476.
Cafe Zippy: 7 p.m. Thursdays. Everett Poetry night at the cafe is on most Thursday evenings at 1502 Rucker Ave., Everett. Call 425-303-0474.
Hibulb Cultural Center: 6 p.m. first Thursdays. The museum’s Open Mic Poetry series continues. In the Longhouse Room at 6410 23rd Ave. NE, Tulalip. Visit www.hibulbculturalcenter.org for more.
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