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Book Banter with Rayna Nielsen Featuring Steven Rowley

October 30 @ 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Join us for a virtual conversation with Steven Rowley.

Book Banter with Rayna Nielsen is excited to host a special virtual event, “Book Banter with Steve Rowley,” featuring the bestselling author of The Guncle and Lily and the Octopus. This exclusive conversation will offer a deep dive into Steve’s celebrated works, his creative process, and the heartfelt themes of love, loss, and family that resonate through his novels.

About the Event

Join host Rayna Nielsen for a live conversation as she chats with Steve Rowley about his journey as a writer, the inspirations behind his novels, and his approach to crafting emotionally resonant stories. From the humor and heart in The Guncle to the poignant relationship at the center of Lily and the Octopus, this event is a must-attend for readers and writers alike. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with Steve during an interactive Q&A session, making it an unforgettable evening of literary insight and connection.

How to Tune In

This event is free to the public. No registration required—simply join the live stream on YouTube at the scheduled time by clicking this link: https://www.youtube.com/@Book_Banter/streams

Set a reminder now so you don’t miss out on this special literary conversation!

About Steven Rowley

Steven Rowley is the New York Times bestselling author of Lily and the Octopus, a Washington Post Notable Book of 2016, The Editor, named by NPR as one of the Best Books of 2019, The Guncle, a Goodreads Choice Awards finalist for 2021 Novel of the Year and winner of the 22nd Thurber Prize for American Humor, and The Celebrants, a TODAY Show Read With Jenna Book Club pick. His fiction has been published in twenty languages. All of his books are in development for feature film or television adaptation. 

Originally from Portland, Maine, he is a graduate of Emerson College and currently resides in Palm Springs with his husband, the writer Byron Lane, and two rescue dogs.

About Book Banter with Rayna Nielsen

Book Banter with Rayna Nielsen is a podcast and live event series featuring insightful conversations with authors and other book industry folks. Through interviews and discussions, the series aims to connect readers with the stories they love in new and engaging ways.

About Rayna Nielsen

Rayna Nielsen is a writer, career indie bookseller, and creator/host of the event series Book Banter with Rayna Nielsen. With years of experience in the indie book world, she is passionate about storytelling and fostering literary communities, Rayna connects with authors, readers, and industry experts, creating a space for meaningful conversations. Away from Book Banter, Rayna enjoys exploring the world, reading, and brainstorming ideas for her next creative project. She is currently the Event Specialist at Blue Cypress Books in New Orleans, LA and working on her first novella.

Details

Date:
October 30
Time:
7:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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Website:
https://www.youtube.com/live/3zudjk986F8?si=DpC-OOdHb39jDZjk

Organizer

Rayna Nielsen
Email
BookBanterShow@gmail.com