NCW Libraries Launches Fall Virtual Author Program
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In a release NCW Libraries announced they will host award winning graphic novelist Malaka Gharib, for a virtual author program on Sept. 15 as part of NCW Virtual Reads.
“While we are thrilled to resume in person programming, we are also excited to continue offering a number of virtual programs for adults. Virtual programming offers a way for us to uniquely fulfill our mission and connect the people of NCW to programs, services, and each other,” said Alicia O'Dell, Adult Services Manager, NCW Libraries in the release. “We are honored to host Malaka Gharib and look forward to hearing her share about her writing and experience.”
The release states Gharib is the artist and author of “I Was Their American Dream”, about growing up as a first generation Filipino Egyptian American, and “It Won’t Always Be Like This”, about her summers with her family in the Middle East. Both books are available through NCW Libraries.
NCW Virtual Reads will also host Silvia Moreno-Garcia on Oct. 6, Diane Wilson on Nov. 3, and Christina Lauren on Dec. 1, all at 7 p.m.
All NCW Libraries programs are free and open to the public. Each NCW Virtual Reads program will include a brief presentation of the author’s current work, a conversation with library staff, and a question and answer time with attendees who can ask questions live.
To register for these programs visit www.ncwlibraries.org.
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