Snohomish County book calendar
Published 1:30 am Sunday, April 22, 2018
Carmen Cook: 7 p.m. April 23, 7171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. The romance author debuts with “Coming in Hot.” Gavin rarely thinks of Regan, or the one incredible night they spent together. Not since she walked out of his life without a backward glance. But when she walks back into his life, he sees the opportunity for answers. And maybe a second chance for love. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
Lucy Jones: 7 p.m. April 24, 7171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. The world-renowned seismologist shares a history of natural disasters, their impact on our culture and new ways of thinking about the ones to come in “The Big Ones.” Jones explores some of the world’s greatest earthquakes, floods, tsunamis, hurricanes and volcanoes. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
Jonathan Evison: 7 p.m. April 25, 7171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. The bestselling author will talk about and sign copies of “Lawn Boy.” Mike Munoz’s life has been a whole lot of waiting for something to happen. He was just fired from his latest gig as a lawn boy on a landscaping crew — and he knows that he’s got to be the one to shake things up if he’s ever going to see change. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
D.G. Nelson: 2 p.m. April 28, Marysville Library, 6120 Grove St., Marysville. Local author Dianne Nelson will read from her novel “Dobson: The Long Road Home.” This fourth book in the “Bethany” series, which continues the adventure of a North Carolina family during the struggles of the Second World War. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Cash only. Call 360-658-5000.
Jill Kolongowski: 7 p.m. May 1, 7171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. The California author, professor and book editor will discuss her book “Life Lessons Harry Potter Taught Me” and how themes from the book apply to real life. Kolongowski combines adult literary criticism with childhood curiosity to explore issues like courage, fear and the complexity of relationships. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
Laura Hartema: 7 p.m. May 2, 7171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. The Seattle resident will talk about her book “Bering Sea Strong” and how she spent 90 days locked at sea as the lone female among 25 commercial fishermen in Alaska. The tumultuous Bering Sea gives her strength to overcome the wounds of her past, embrace life’s uncertainties and push forward into the unchartered waters of her future. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
Amber Casali: 7 p.m. May 3, 7171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. The native Seattleite and avid hiker shares the best views in Washington’s Cascade and Olympic mountains in “Hiking Washington’s Fire Lookouts.” The book also covers overnight stays, winter access, distances, trail elevations and permits. It is the only updated guide of Washington’s fire lookouts and is a good resource for novice and seasoned hikers alike. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
Thomas Swick: 6 p.m. May 4, 7171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. A memorist and veteran travel writer, Swick offers tips for making the most out of trips in “The Joys of Travel.” He’ll discuss what he’s identified as the seven joys of travel: anticipation, movement, break from routine, novelty, discovery, emotional connection and heightened appreciation of home. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
Jess Kidd: 6 p.m. May 5, 7171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. The award-winning author shares her mystery novel “Mr. Flood’s Last Resort” about a lonely caregiver and a cranky hoarder in a house full of secrets. Kidd touches on charming eccentricities, greedy heirs, unresolved disappearances, sins and sainthood with Maud Drennan, a dedicated caretaker, and Cathal Flood, a stubborn widower with a bad hoarding habit.
Connie Hampton Connally: Noon to 1 p.m. May 12, Edmonds Bookshop, 111 Fifth Ave. S., Edmonds. Connally’s new book, “The Songs We Hide” is set in 1950s Hungary, when a grim hush has settled over the country. After a lost war and a brutal transition to communism, the people live under constant threats. A couple brought together by music help each other face the challenges. More at www.edmondsbookshop.com.
POETRY READINGS
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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