Kirby Larson: 7 p.m. Sept. 18, Third Place Books, Lake Forest Park, 7171 Bothell Way NE. From the Newbery Honor-winning author comes “Code Word Courage,” a novel about the incredible contributions of Navajo code talkers during World War II. Larson weaves the lives of her characters into the fabric of the 1944-45 homefront setting. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
Bradley Bagshaw: 7 p.m. Sept. 19, Third Place Books, Lake Forest Park, 7171 Bothell Way NE. A work of historical fiction, Bagshaw’s “Georges Bank” is written in the timeless tradition of such maritime novels as C.S. Forrester’s “Hornblower” series, Joseph Conrad’s “Typhoon” and Pat Conroy’s “Prince of Tides.” It’s a 19th century tale of power and greed set in the stormy waters off Gloucester, Massachusetts. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
Anna Todd: 7 p.m. Sept. 20, Third Place Books, Lake Forest Park, 7171 Bothell Way NE. An international bestselling author, Todd returns to the Lake Forest Park bookstore with “The Brightest Stars,” a novel about love and lies. Karina is a former “military brat” who is the glue that holds her war-torn family together. When she can no longer fix what’s broken, she meets Kael, a handsome soldier struggling with the aftermath of two tours in Afghanistan. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
M. Earl Smith: Noon to 1 p.m. Sept. 22, Edmonds Bookshop, 111 Fifth Ave. S., Edmonds. Smith’s new book “Stars Over Latin America,” is a young reader’s biography of Ernesto “Che” Guevara. Guevara was an Argentine Marxist, who was a major figure of the Cuban Revolution. For ages 9 to 12. Call 425-775-2789. More at www.edmondsbookshop.com.
A Novel Affair: The Friends of the Everett Public Library will host A Novel Affair from 7 to 11 p.m. Sept. 22 at the main library, 2702 Hoyt Ave., Everett. Featuring live music, appetizers and a silent auction. Proceeds go to special library programs and services. Tickets are $35 in advance (including a service fee) and $40 at the door. Visit www.epls.org/friends or call 425-257-8022 for more information.
POETRY READINGS
Edmonds Bookshop: 5 p.m. third Thursdays. Third Thursday Art Walk poetry readings are held during the Everett Art Walk at the bookshop, 111 Fifth Ave. S., Edmonds. Call 425-775-2789 for more.
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
Mwati Mwila: Mwila’s memoir “Strengthening Your Identity: While the Shadow is in Front of You” is her debut as an author. We all know that life has its ups and downs, but when the Lynnwood woman was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, she thought her life would be mostly down from that point on. In her book, Mwila shares her story of living with bipolar disorder to inspire others to keep on riding the rollercoaster called life. More at www.mwatimwila.com.
Steve K. Bertrand: The Mukilteo author has another haiku book out: “Under Hawk’s Gaze,” centered around seasonal experiences in the Pacific Northwest. Bertrand is the author of many collections of poems written in the Japanese verse form. The award-winning poet, historian and photographer has published more than 20 books. All of his books are available on Amazon.
JoAnn Cardle Ross: An Everett native, Ross has published a short memoir titled “Emily.” It is a supernatural story involving attempted suicide and how to overcome it. Note: This is not the JoAnn Ross who writes romance novels. The e-book is free on Amazon through September for National Suicide Prevention Month.
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