EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ–East Brunswick Public Library (2 Jean Walling Civic Center) announces a celebration of writing during Local Author Day on Sunday, October 16, 2022 at 1:00 pm both in-person and online.
The afternoon includes author signings and four panels, led by host Stephanie Sendaula.
Sendaula is a librarian and writer from New Jersey, who works in community engagement and outreach, and enjoys finding a book for every reader. She has led author panel discussions for state and national organizations.
“We have known that our community is home or the birthplace of many authors, and we want to be able to celebrate them and their works,” says Melissa Hozik, Adult Programming Librarian. “We have self-published and traditionally published authors in the genres of fiction, history, autobiography, culinary, and young adult/children.
Panels include:
- “Creating Powerful Personal Narratives” at 1 pm, with Geeta Gwalani, Carol Selick, and Diane Uniman (aka Princess Diane von Brainisfried)
- “Writing for Children and Teens” at 1:50 pm, with Rachelle Burk, Jen Doktorski, and Joe Rutch
- “Embracing Local History and Folklore” at 2:40 pm, with Angus Kress Gillespie, Mark Nonsteid, Ethan Reiss, and Neal Stoffers
- “Mastering the Art of the Story” at 3:20 pm, with Deborah S. Greenhut and Harry Marks.
The singings will be held in-person at the meeting rooms, and the panels will be available in-person and streamed online.
For a list of authors scheduled to appear, more information, and access to the livestream, visit www.tinyurl.com/ebauthor2022.