Wednesday, August 21, at 7 pm!
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Reading Public Library (RPL), Reading, MA—At our next Friends Speaker Series watch party we’ll gather at the library to hear from the author of Remarkably Bright Creatures, Shelby Van Pelt. Mark your calendar for Wednesday, August 21, 7pm and come on down to the Studio, to enjoy refreshments and enter our door prize raffle for an octopus-themed gift basket.
Remarkably Bright Creatures was named a Best Book of Summer by: Chicago Tribune, The View, Southern Living, USA Today and has been on The New York Times Best Seller list for more than 50 weeks. If you enjoyed this witty, feel-good debut novel, grab your book group or your best friend and join us for this very special event. More information may be found on our event calendar: https://bit.ly/FSSRemarkablyBrightCreatures
The Friends Speaker Series presents celebrated authors and compelling speakers in a virtual showcase you can access anytime, as well as via live online events and in-person watch parties at the library. Each month you can choose from a range of acclaimed speakers and authors from around the world.
Registration is not required for this Watch Party at the library. All events are free and open to the public. Call 781-944-0840 for more information.
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