Westfield Library Brings Best-Selling Authors Directly to Residents

The Westfield Memorial Library is pleased to announce the launch of a new virtual author talk series featuring bestselling, award-winning, and highly acclaimed authors from around the world. The featured writers and thought leaders will cover a wide range of fiction and nonfiction genres.

“Hearing an author speak about a book that they poured their heart and soul into is such a thrill,” says Allen McGinley, Library Director. “But there are many obstacles to in-person author talks including cost, travel, author availability, scheduling conflicts, and more.”

“So I’m delighted that we have found a cost-effective way to bring best-selling and award-winning authors to Westfield residents on a regular basis through this new virtual platform.”

The free, virtual series takes place two to three times a month and includes the opportunity to ask the author questions. Upcoming author talks include:

Exploring Identity, Love, and Being Black in America in Fiction Writing: A Conversation with Award-Winning Author Jason Mott

New York Times Bestselling Author and National Book Award Winner

Tuesday, February 20th at 4:00 PM

Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity: An Author Talk with Kim Scott

New York Times Bestselling Author of Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity and Radical Respect: How to Work Together Better

Wednesday, February 28th at 2:00 PM

The Power of Friendships with NPR Legal Affairs Correspondent Nina Totenberg

NPR Legal Affairs Correspondent and New York Times Bestselling Author

Wednesday, March 6th at 4:00 PM EST

20 Years of Dragon-Riding in YA Fantasy with International Bestselling Author Christopher Paolini

International Bestselling Author of Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, and Inheritance

Thursday, March 14th at 4:00 PM EDT

In addition to these live virtual author talks, Westfield residents will also have access to the full catalog of previous recordings.

Virtual author talks are made possible by a partnership between Westfield Memorial Library and Library Speakers Consortium.

All events are free and open to the public. For more information or to register for the author talks, visit wmlnj.org and check the calendar for the dates, or call 908-789-4090.

On the website, you can also learn more about library programs and services and sign up for a library card. Library hours are Monday - Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; and Sunday 1:00-5:00 p.m.

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