2011 Writers in Paradise Evening: Jane Hamilton and Peter Meinke

In conjunction with its 2011Writers in Paradise Conference, Eckerd College offers a series of free reading and book signing parties to the public. Held in the college's Miller Auditorium, local bookworms will hear selections from a variety of American authors followed by a free wine and cheese mixer.

Tonight's event will feature New York Times best-selling author Jane Hamilton, and noted American poet Peter Meinke.