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Actress releases novel exploring immigrant life in Brooklyn
Greenpoint
In 1981 when Martial Law was declared in Poland, Dagmara Dominczyk’s father, a founding member of the workers’ union Solidarity, was imprisoned. One year later, upon his release, Dagmara and her family were deported and with only two suitcases in hand, they found themselves in Flatbush, Br … Full Article
Widely published young author debuts new novel in DUMBO
DUMBO
Among America’s most brazen contemporary writers is former Brooklynite Tao Lin. Just shy of 30, the prolific author already has published six books of fiction and poetry, and his seventh book, a novel titled “Taipei,” will be published by Vintage on June 4. … Full Article
An evening of South African story, song and cuisine in Fort Greene
Fort Greene
Madiba, the only South African restaurant in Brooklyn, will host next week what promises to be a poignant evening of South African literature, music, and cuisine. The program, which will begin at 7 p.m. … Full Article
NYC writer to publish mysterious debut novel
Cobble Hill
David Samuel Levinson will soon release his haunting debut novel “Antonia Lively Breaks the Silence” (Algonquin Books), and he will appear twice in Brooklyn to celebrate. … Full Article
Bestselling 'Coolidge' author Amity Shlaes draws fans to Heights casino book talk
Brooklyn Heights
Brooklyn Heights neighbors and fans turned out in force May 22 to hear best-selling author Amity Shlaes bring to life a politician with the willpower to say no to big government spending – America’s 30th President, Calvin Coolidge. … Full Article
Esteemed author to launch new thrilling book in Brooklyn
Brooklyn Boro
Lauren Beukes’s writing, and her unique ability to brilliantly transcend genre in unexpected ways, has won her international critical and fan praise, and a multitude of impressive awards and distinctions. … Full Article
Author of the iconic divorce Story The War of the Roses reminisces his youth in Brooklyn
Brooklyn Boro
It is remarkable that Brooklyn has become synonymous with cultural ferment, artistic innovation and an unstoppable surge of gentrification that is attracting a growing horde of super achievers. … Full Article
Carroll Gardens author reveals ‘How Artists Work’
Brooklyn Boro
Most of us know what made Beethoven and Charles Darwin famous. Most of us can recognize at least a couple of Andy Warhol’s works, and can probably name a Jane Austen novel. But most of us know very little about the daily routines of these inspiring figures. … Full Article
Brooklyn Heights author Ron Chernow receives Biography Award
Brooklyn Heights
Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer Ron Chernow was honored by his peers this weekend and in turn shared a few tips about his craft. … Full Article
Still He Haunts Him: Heights author publishes biography of 1930s Wall Street con artist
Brooklyn Boro
A tall, imposing, and superbly attired older man attends an engagement party in 1963 in Far Hills, New Jersey. … Full Article
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