Interabang Books is set to present a literary event featuring acclaimed authors Ann Patchett and Elizabeth McCracken at Saint Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church on Friday, November 10th. The evening will shine a spotlight on their latest novels, Patchett’s Tom Lake and McCracken’s The Hero of This Book.
Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., allowing attendees to settle in before the discussion commences at 6:00 p.m. The event promises engaging conversations between the two authors, known for their contributions to contemporary literature. Pre-signed copies of both books will be available for purchase at the venue, courtesy of Interabang Books.
Ann Patchett, a celebrated author known for her novels, nonfiction works, and children’s books, is also a staunch advocate for independent bookstores. She is the owner of Parnassus Books in Nashville, Tennessee, and has previously graced the grand opening of Interabang Books in 2017. Patchett’s literary accolades include the PEN/Faulkner Award, the Women’s Prize in the U.K., and the Book Sense Book of the Year. Her novel Tom Lake, released on August 1st, 2023, has garnered acclaim for its beautifully narrated and emotionally resonant storytelling.
Elizabeth McCracken, an equally esteemed author, has penned seven books, earning recognition through awards such as the Pushcart Prizes and an O. Henry Prize. Currently holding the James Michener Chair for Fiction at the University of Texas at Austin, McCracken’s latest novel, The Hero of This Book, released on October 4th, 2022, has been praised for revitalizing the genre of parental tribute. A paperback edition released on October 3rd, 2023.
Interabang Books, the official bookseller for the event, was shortlisted for Publishers Weekly’s 2023 Bookstore of the Year. The bookstore has been a hub of literary events, hosting approximately 300 events since the start of 2022 and offering a carefully curated selection of over 12,000 titles.
Tickets for the event are priced at $45, guaranteeing entry and a signed copy of Patchett’s Tom Lake. Additional copies of both featured books will be available for purchase on site. For more information and ticket purchases, interested attendees can visit Interabang’s event page and Eventbrite.
The event will take place at Saint Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church, located at 8011 Douglas Avenue, Dallas, TX 75225. Interabang Books is located at 5600 W. Lovers Lane #142, Dallas, TX 75209.