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New Programs for Adult Readers at Indian Prairie Library

Hear from a publisher, an author, and more.

Enjoy these upcoming Zoom programs available through Indian Prairie Public Library.

Book Buzz with Sourcebooks

Thursday, Jan. 21, 7 p.m.

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Hear directly from a publisher about the hottest forthcoming books. This program features a representative from Sourcebooks. Some recent popular titles include The Mystery of Mrs. Christie by Marie Benedict, The Last Flight by Julie Clark, and The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson.

Online Book Club: Afterlife

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Tuesday, Feb. 9, 7:15 p.m.

Join in discussing Afterlife by Julia Alvarez. In this novel, a literature professor tries to rediscover who she is after the sudden death of her husband.

This program is part of the Ignite Change series.

In Conversation with Elizabeth Berg

Wednesday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m.

New York Times bestselling author Elizabeth Berg gives a short reading from her new memoir I'll Be Seeing You, followed by a conversation with Assistant Head of Adult Services Jennifer Asimakopoulos. The author responds to attendees' questions. Copies of the book are available through the library or wherever books are sold.

Those who attend the program are entered in a drawing to win an autographed copy of the book.

This program is sponsored by the Indian Prairie Public Library Foundation & Friends.

Online Book Club: Defining Moments in Black History

Wednesday, Feb. 17, 7 p.m.

Join in discussing Defining Moments in Black History by Dick Gregory. With his trademark acerbic wit, incisive humor, and infectious paranoia, one of the foremost comedians and most politically engaged civil rights activists looks back at 100 key events from the complicated history of black America.

For expert help from the library's staff, stop in, call 630/887-8760, email ippl@ippl.info, or use the chat service on the website- look for the green "we are here" icon.

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