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Montco Author Launches Online Book Tour At Norristown Library

Jon McGoran is to discuss his "Spliced" trilogy with teenage readers later this month.

NORRISTOWN, PA — Teen series author Jon McGoran's Montgomery County virtual book tour is coming to the Norristown Public Library later this month.

Earlier this year, McGoran's "Spliced," one book in a trilogy, was chosen as the 2020 One Summer, One Book title for Montgomery County, giving the author the chance to make appearances at libraries across the county.

And while the new coronavirus has put a damper on in-person gatherings, McGoran's tour is continuing with virtual engagements, including one via the Norristown Public Library at 4 p.m. on July 29.

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In the engagement, the author is set to discuss his "Spliced" trilogy, which deals with extremism, genetic manipulation, artificial intelligence, population control and revolution.

To attend McGoran's digital address, one must register online in advance. Once registered, attendees will be sent a an access code.

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The engagement is intended for readers between ages 12 and 17.

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