Author Jodi Picoult To Discuss New Novel In East Brunswick Library Virtual Event

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Here's your chance to hear from one of America's favorite writers. Bestselling author Jodi Picoult will be featured in an upcoming Spring literary event at the East Brunswick Public Library.

The talk will be centered around her latest novel, "By Any Other Name," a sweeping historical and contemporary tale that examines women's struggles for recognition in the arts across centuries.

The novel weaves together two compelling narratives. In Elizabethan England, Emilia Bassano—a woman with extraordinary literary talent but living in an era where female voices were silenced—finds herself making an impossible choice.

Four hundred years later, contemporary playwright Melina Green faces her own crossroads after writing a play inspired by her ancestor Emilia Bassano. Despite centuries of progress, Melina discovers that the theatrical world still presents significant barriers for women seeking recognition.

"By Any Other Name" explores themes of artistic ambition, courage, and the compromises women throughout history have made to see their creative work survive.

Picoult has authored over 27 novels including "Mad Honey" (co-authored with Jennifer Finney Boylan), "Wish You Were Here," "The Book of Two Ways," and the acclaimed "My Sister's Keeper."

The 1 New York Times bestselling author currently resides in New Hampshire with her husband.

Literary enthusiasts interested in attending this special Spring conversation with Picoult are encouraged to register.