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We are thrilled to welcome award winning author Weike Wang to Literati Bookstore for the paperback release of her novel Chemistry. She will be joined for a post-reading discussion with author Lillian Li. About Chemisty: At first glance,[...]

FALLING: Falling stars, dropping temperatures, klutzes, leaves, stock markets, parachutes, depression, madness, bungee cords and of course, love. Prepare a five-minute story about losing your footing, plunging in willy-nilly and waiting for impact. *Tickets for this[...]

4th annual reading of original poems by Community High students. 7 p.m., Bookbound, Courtyard Shops. Free. 369-4345.

This Michigan writer discusses Under the Radar Michigan: The Next 50, his new book that draws on his PBS show of the same name to highlight interesting people, places, and things in Michigan. This installment is a[...]

Every Wed. Members read and discuss poems around themes TBA. Followed by collaborative writing games and exercises. Attendees invited to read their poems. Snacks & socializing. 8-10 p.m., Argus Farm Stop greenhouse, 325 W. Liberty. $5[...]

Literati is thrilled to welcome poet Emily Strelow who will be reading from her new collection The Wild Birds. About the The Wild Birds: Cast adrift in 1870s San Francisco after the death of her mother, a[...]

Ann Arbor native Zick recently received his MFA in poetry from Bowling Green State University and was one of the featured writers in HBO’s Brave New Voices documentary series. “He cultivated a style that was[...]

Local short story writer Alex Kourvo and young adult novelist Bethany Neal discuss how to use blogging, social media, and conferences to get established with editors, publishers, and readers. For all fiction & nonfiction writers[...]

All invited to read and discuss their poetry or short stories. Bring about 6 copies of your work to share. 7-9 p.m., Crazy Wisdom, 114 S. Main. Free. 665-2757  

Toastmasters is an international group devoted to helping each other grow in our abilities to give speeches. The Sweetwaters Toastmasters Club meets twice monthly. We are a fun and friendly group! Toastmasters also helps you[...]

Every Wed. Members read and discuss poems around themes TBA. Followed by collaborative writing games and exercises. Attendees invited to read their poems. Snacks & socializing. 8-10 p.m., Argus Farm Stop greenhouse, 325 W. Liberty. $5[...]

Planetary scientists Alan Stern and David Grinspoon discuss their new book about the 2015 New Horizons space probe to Pluto that Stern led. Publishers Weekly calls it “a future classic of popular science, full of twists and turns and[...]

Ann Arbor Storytellers Guild members host a storytelling program. Audience members are encouraged to bring a 5-minute story to tell. 7-9 p.m., Crazy Wisdom Tea Room, 114 S. Main. Free. 665-2757    

Literati Bookstore is thrilled to bring John U. Bacon to the AADL to discuss a treasured collection of timeless pieces, The Best of Bacon: Select Cuts; perfect for fans of any Michigan sport. This event is in partnership with[...]

 HAIR: Prepare a five minute story about curls, bangs, and mop tops. Relaxing it, pulling it out, or trading out the pigtails for a mohawk. Proving you’re more than just “that kid with the blue hair”.[...]

Francis Marion University (Florence, SC) history department chair Scott Kaufman discusses his new book that traces Ford’s political life, from his Depression-era childhood and service in WWII to his role in Congress and tenure as[...]

Literati is pleased to host Teen Spirit, an award-winning publication of the Skyline High School Writing Center. Teen Spirit is a literary magazine that allows students to share their writing, art, photography, songs, and videos with our broader[...]

Every Wed. Members read and discuss poems around themes TBA. Followed by collaborative writing games and exercises. Attendees invited to read their poems. Snacks & socializing. 8-10 p.m., Argus Farm Stop greenhouse, 325 W. Liberty. $5[...]

An intro to birding migration in Michigan. We will discuss the importance of field marks, bird sounds, flyways, weather, books and online media in the world of birding. Bring your questions and desire to learn[...]

Literati is excited to partner with the University of Michigan Medical School to present Iatrogenesis: Essays on Becoming a Physician, a collection of essays written by U-M medical students. About Iatrogenesis: In Iatrogenesis: Essays on Becoming a Physician, medical students[...]

Zaphra Stupple is a poet and multimedia artist living in Michigan. Her work can be found in The Offing and Hermeneutic Chaos, and is forthcoming in HEArt Journal. Her first book There Will Still Be The Body is forthcoming from Red Beard[...]

Local short story writer Alex Kourvo and young adult novelist Bethany Neal host an open house for writers to connect with one another and/or work on their projects.  

Performance by this award-winning local slam poet, community activist, and Neutral Zone literary arts director. Raynor is known for her emotional honesty, particularly in exploring how past trauma affects present action. The program begins with[...]

Toastmasters is an international group devoted to helping each other grow in our abilities to give speeches. The Sweetwaters Toastmasters Club meets twice monthly. We are a fun and friendly group! Toastmasters also helps you[...]

Every Wed. Members read and discuss poems around themes TBA. Followed by collaborative writing games and exercises. Attendees invited to read their poems. Snacks & socializing. 8-10 p.m., Argus Farm Stop greenhouse, 325 W. Liberty. $5[...]

*All tickets become available at least four weeks before the show, at 3pm ET. *Seating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before the show.[...]

Join us for a talk and signing with two acclaimed up-and-coming Michigan authors! Detroit author Michael Ferro is celebrating the release of his debut novel Title 13, named a “Most Anticipated Small Press Book of 2018”[...]

All invited to listen to guild members swap stories or bring their own to tell. 2-4 p.m., AADL Downtown 3rd floor freespace rm. Free. annarborstorytelling.org, 997-5388.

Every Wed. Members read and discuss poems around themes TBA. Followed by collaborative writing games and exercises. Attendees invited to read their poems. Snacks & socializing. 8-10 p.m., Argus Farm Stop greenhouse, 325 W. Liberty. $5[...]