Thursday 2/14: Enjoy a spotlight performance by Sage Lilac at the annual Slamlandia Valentine’s Day Show, followed by an open mic and slam. Literary Arts, 6:30 p.m., free.
Jill Santopolo reads from her new novel, More Than Words. Powell’s Books on Hawthorne, 7:30 p.m., free.
Marlon James from his epic new novel, Black Leopard, Red Wolf. Powell’s City of Books, 7:30 p.m., free.
Friday 2/15: Clem Starck and Barbara Drake read from their latest poetry. Mother Foucault’s Bookshop, 7 p.m., free.
Sharma Shields reads from her latest book, The Cassandra. Powell’s City of Books, 7:30 p.m., free.
Sunday 2/17: Why There Are Words PDX presents a reading themed on Peace & Justice, featuring readings by Steven Allred, Omar El Akkad, Rachel King, Mary Milstead, Alicia Jo Rabins, and Sam Roxas-Chua. Leach Botanical Garden, 4 p.m., $10 suggested donation.
The Filament Reading Series presents readings by Nada Sewidan, Kathleen Levitt, Samuel Wilhalm, Neil Hetrick, Lauren Hobson, and Elyse Fenton. Independent Publishing Resource Center, 7 p.m., free.
Reema Zaman reads from her new book, I Am Yours, and is joined in conversation by Lidia Yuknavitch, author of The Book of Joan. Powell’s City of Books, 7:30 p.m., free.
Monday 2/18: David Biespiel reads from his new book, Republic Café, and is joined in conversation by April Baer, host of OPB’s State of Wonder. Powell’s Books on Hawthorne, 7:30 p.m., free.
Tuesday 2/19: Johannes Lichtman reads from his new comedic novel, Such Good Work. Powell’s City of Books, 7:30 p.m., free.
Award-winning author Angie Thomas discusses new book, On the Come Up, in conversation with Laini Taylor, author of Muse of Nightmares. Newmark Theater, 7 p.m., $28.99 includes copy of book, tickets available here.
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