Join us at Bryant Park’s Reading Room on Wednesday, May 27 from 12:30-1:45 PM for Author: Writers Read, a special afternoon celebrating storytelling and the art of writing. Meet best-selling authors in person as they discuss their latest books, share insider tips on the writing process, and answer your burning questions during a free public Q&A. Hosted by Ed McCann, founder of Writers Read, this engaging event also features personal stories from accomplished writers, each shared in just five minutes. Stay after the presentation for a chance to have your book personally signed.
The Reading Room at Bryant Park is a free, open-air literary oasis in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Open daily from 11 AM to 7 PM through October, it offers a thoughtfully curated selection of books, newspapers, and magazines for visitors to enjoy on the lawn beneath its signature yellow umbrellas or shaded trees. Now through September, the Reading Room offers a lineup of weekly literary programming, including author talks, poetry readings, film discussions, book clubs, and children’s StoryTime.