Upcoming Adult Programs
Author Victoria Christopher Murray Discusses "Harlem Rhapsody"
Friday, February 21 | 7:00 PM (Virtual)
Bestselling author Victoria Christopher Murray will discuss her new historical fiction novel, Harlem Rhapsody. Victoria Christopher Murray is a New York Times bestselling author of more than thirty novels, including The Personal Librarian, a Good Morning America book club pick, and The First Ladies, Target’s 2023 Book of the Year, both of which she coauthored with Marie Benedict. She is a NAACP Image Award Winner for Outstanding Literary Work for her novel Stand Your Ground, which was also a Library Journal Best Book of the Year. Victoria holds an MBA from the NYU Stern School of Business.
She found the literary voices that would inspire the world…. The extraordinary story of the woman who ignited the Harlem Renaissance. In 1919, a high school teacher from Washington, D.C arrives in Harlem excited to realize her lifelong dream. Jessie Redmon Fauset has been named the literary editor of The Crisis. The first Black woman to hold this position at a preeminent Negro magazine, Jessie is poised to achieve literary greatness. But she holds a secret that jeopardizes it all. W. E. B. Du Bois, the founder of The Crisis, is not only Jessie’s boss, he’s her lover. Amidst rumors of their tumultuous affair, Jessie is determined to prove herself. She has shaped a generation of literary legends, but as she strives to preserve her legacy, she’ll discover the high cost of her unparalleled success.
REGISTER to receive the Zoom webinar link from Tewksbury Public Library.
Presented in partnership with Tewksbury Public Library.
Debut Author Panel with Karissa Chen, Tara Dorabji, Laurie L. Dove, and Jakob Kerr
Monday, February 24 | 7:00 PM (Virtual)
We welcome debut authors Karissa Chen, Tara Dorabji, Laurie L. Dove, and Jakob Kerr to our virtual stage. We'll be talking all about getting into publishing, the pitfalls, challenges, and roadblocks as well as the excitement, fulfillment, and reader enthusiasm that makes it all worthwhile. Bring your questions as this will be in a Q&A format. All four of our authors have books coming out in January 2025!
Our authors: Karissa's debut novel, "Homeseeking" (January 7, 2025) is an epic and intimate tale of one couple across sixty years as world events pull them together and apart, illuminating the Chinese diaspora and exploring what it means to find home far from your homeland. Tara's debut novel, "Call Her Freedom" (January 21, 2025) is a sweeping family saga following one woman’s struggle to protect her culture and her family amidst the backdrop of a military occupation. Laurie's debut novel, "Mask of the Deer Woman" shines an important spotlight on the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women crisis while folding a compelling mystery into a heartfelt journey of grief, identity, and reconnection. Jakob's novel, "Dead Money" (January 28, 2025) is the story of a Silicon Valley fixer who investigates a billionaire founder’s death while pursuing her own agenda in this twisty, sharply observed debut mystery from a tech world insider.
REGISTER to receive the Zoom webinar link from Ashland Public Library. This program will be recorded.
Presented in partnership with Ashland Public Library.
Boston Marathon History with Author Paul Clerici
Thursday, March 6 | 6:15 PM (In-person)
Award-winning author Paul Clerici returns to the Sharon Public Library to share history and stories about the iconic Boston Marathon.
With his unique experience and knowledge, Paul will describe traditions associated with the marathon including the growth of the start and finish lines, the Battle of Marathon in 590 BC, the evolution of media coverage and the athlete villages. Paul's storytelling is supplemented with a multimedia presentation of images from his books, which include some from rare collections and some never seen before!
Paul has written extensively on the race in Boston Marathon History by the Mile, Images of Modern America: The Boston Marathon, and the newly released Boston Marathon Traditions and Lore. Copies will be available for purchase and signing following the program.
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This program is funded by the Friends of the Sharon Public Library.
Sharon Reads Together Book Discussion - Milli Finds Her Bench by Ruth E. Weiner
Thursday, March 12 | 1:00 PM (In-person)
With the dissolution of One Book One Town (OBOT), The Friends of the Sharon Public Library (FOSPL) have decided to continue to focus on bringing the community together to read under the temporary name of Sharon Reads Together. Their goal is to have two author programs each year - one for children and one for adults - including multi-event programming throughout the Town and in collaboration with the Sharon Public Library.
The Spring 2025 adult book is Milli Finds Her Bench by local author, Ruth E. Weiner. This book discussion will be facilitated by Susan Eggimann, Head of Adult and Technology Services.
Milli Finds Her Bench is a story of Milli Tarnover, an almost 85 year old woman, who sneaks away from her retirement community to visit her beloved bench in the arboretum. Milli neglects to return to her facility and begins an adventure where she is befriended by a cast of colorful characters. When the authorities find her, they move her to a memory care unit where she discovers a deadly secret. Can Milli save herself and the other residents in time?
Limited to 15 participants. Registration opens February 17.