Word for Word: Debut Novelists with Karen Thompson Walker, Karl Taro Greenfield and more August 1, 2012

The popular panel returns with a diverse group of first-time novelists including the acclaimed short story writer Karl Taro Greenfield (Triburbia), historian Jean Zimmerman (The Orphanmaster), Cristina Alger (The Darlings), and Karen Thompson Walker (The Age of Miracles). The panel will share tips and stories about making the leap into the publishing world and discuss their newly published books. Moderated by Catherine Chung author of “Forgotten Country” and novel writing instructor at Gotham Writers’ Workshop.
"Word for Word Author" is an outdoor reading series that features bestselling authors, celebrity writers, and expert-panelists sharing anecdotes, answering questions from the audience, and signing copies of their latest books.

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