Get ready for Lit Month with author events, slam poetry and more!

Readers and writers - this is for you! During Lit Month at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, readers can meet many writers, including Greg Kot, author of I'll Take You There. WBEZ Chicago listeners may recognize Kot as the host of the radio talk show, Sound Opinions. Are you a suspense fan? True crime writer Tori Telfer (Lady Killers) will appear as well. Do you dream of being published? The library and the Village of Arlington Heights Arts Commission will host a panel discussion where participants will be able to network and learn about traditional and self-publishing. Lit Month is for poetry lovers, too. A hands-on, interactive poetry event featuring Marc Smith, the founder of the poetry slam movement, will take place at the library along with a visit from "Emily Dickinson" by actress Betsey Means.

Slam Poetry Spectacular
Saturday, April 7, 1-2:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Join this interactive workshop presented by the creator of slam poetry, Marc Smith. Smith will guide you through the process of creating poetry in this unique style, and there will be prizes for those brave enough to perform!
Register: http://www.ahml.info/content/a...

A Haunted Evening with Author Jac Jemc
Friday, April 13, 7:30-9 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Explore a chilling reading from The Grip of It, Jemc's literary horror novel about a young couple haunted by their newly purchased home. Library advisor Neal Parker will lead Jemc in conversation about her writing. Refreshments will be served and a book signing will follow.
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Publisher Panel
Sunday, April 15, 1-3:30 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Join us for an afternoon of information, expertise and networking, just for writers. At 1 p.m., PR expert Dana Kaye leads local authors in a discussion about researching new audiences, growing a following and more. At 2:30 p.m., tips for traditional publishing take the stage. Bring your questions, make connections and prepare for the next step in your writing career. This event is presented in partnership with the Arlington Heights Arts Commission.
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Lady Killers: Deadly Women Throughout History
Tuesday, April 17, 7:30-9 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Join local author Tori Telfer as she discusses her book Lady Killers, a thrilling and entertaining compendium investigates female serial killers and their crimes through the ages. Dive into the stories of these fascinating and deadly women, and learn from Telfer's process as an author.
Register: http://www.ahml.info/content/a...

I Dwell in Possibility: A Conversation with Emily Dickinson
Thursday, April 19, 2-3 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Emily Dickinson, one of the most loved and important American poets, comes alive in this one-woman show performed and adapted by Chicago actress Betsey Means of WomanLore. Tea and refreshments will be served.
Register: http://www.ahml.info/content/a...

I'll Take You There: An Evening with Greg Kot
Thursday, April 19, 7-9 p.m. / Hendrickson Room
Join us for an evening with music critic and author Greg Kot. In I'll Take You There, the most recent One Book, One Chicago selection, Kot explores the story of local living legend Mavis Staples and her family's impact on Civil Rights through music. Book will be available for sale.
Register: http://www.ahml.info/content/a...