NYT Bestselling Author Cristin O’Keefe Aptowicz in Conversation with Ernest Cline, Hanif Abdurraqib, & Scott Woods (Special Pre-Release Event!)

Cristin O'Keefe Aptowicz, a New York Times bestselling author, is hosting a special advance viewing event for her upcoming book, *The Ballad of the Fugitive William Parker*. She'll be sharing the stage with three other celebrated writers: Ernest Cline (*Ready Player One*), Hanif Abdurraqib (*They Can't Kill Us Until They Kill Us*), and Scott Woods (*Black Night Is Falling*). Together, they'll dive into conversation about history, storytelling, and how everyday individuals have driven meaningful change throughout time. This is a unique opportunity to experience the book before its official release and hear from multiple accomplished authors in an intimate discussion format. The event takes place at the CCAD Canzani Center and works well for teens and adults who enjoy literary events, historical narratives, or conversations about storytelling and social impact. This pre-release gathering offers something special for book lovers and anyone curious about the creative process behind important historical narratives.