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On Writing Three International Bestsellers

An Author Talk with Amor Towles

2023-09-27 19:00:00 2023-09-27 20:00:00 America/Chicago On Writing Three International Bestsellers Please tune in as we chat online with <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author Amor Towles about his incredible body of work. Please register. Virtual -

Wednesday, September 27
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Add to Calendar 2023-09-27 19:00:00 2023-09-27 20:00:00 America/Chicago On Writing Three International Bestsellers Please tune in as we chat online with <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author Amor Towles about his incredible body of work. Please register. Virtual -

Please tune in as we chat online with New York Times bestselling author Amor Towles about his incredible body of work. Please register.

Rules of Civility, published in 2011, was a New York Times bestseller and was named by the Wall Street Journal as one of the year's best books. The book has been translated into over 15 languages and was optioned by Lionsgate to be made into a feature film. Towles’s second novel, A Gentleman in Moscow, published in 2016, was on the New York Times bestseller list for two years and was named one of the best books of 2016 by the Chicago Tribune, the Washington Post, the Philadelphia Inquirer, the San Francisco Chronicle, and NPR. The book has been translated into over 35 languages. The novel was optioned by Entertainment One via Tom Harper’s company Popcorn Storm Pictures to be made into a 6-8 hour miniseries for Paramount+ and Showtime starring Ewan McGregor and Mary Elizabeth Winstead, set to premiere in Spring 2024.  Most recently, in 2021, The Lincoln Highway debuted at #1 on the New York Times bestseller list and was a Today Show, “Read with Jenna” book club pick as well as one of the New York Times 100 Notable Books of 2021, a Washington Post “Best Book of the Year,” one of Barack Obama’s favorite books of 2021, #1 on Amazon’s list of “Best Books of the Year,” and was one of Bill Gates’ “5 Great Books for the Summer.” His books have sold more than 6 million copies worldwide and have been heralded as irresistible, marvelous, and gorgeously crafted books of beauty. 

About the Author: Born and raised in the Boston area, Amor Towles graduated from Yale College and received an MA in English from Stanford University. As well as, Rules of CivilityA Gentleman in Moscow, and The Lincoln Highway, Mr. Towles is also the author of the ebook You Have Arrived at Your Destination, part of Amazon's Forward collection. He also edited and wrote the introduction for The Mysterious Bookshop Presents The Best Mystery Stories of the Year 2023 (Mysterious Press/Penzler Publishers, September 19, 2023). His next book, Table for Two, is a collection of short stories to be published in April 2024. Mr. Towles is the 2023 Peggy V. Helmerich Distinguished  Author Award recipient. Having worked as an investment professional for over twenty years, Mr. Towles now devotes himself full-time to writing in Manhattan, where he lives with his wife and two children.

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Mon, Jul 13, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Explore our changing planet through a different lens, immerse yourself in incredible ecosystems and learn how the smallest of actions can have a big impact on our natural world.

Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
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Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Sew your own DIY bags, pillows, and more! We will be sewing a different item each of the first three Mondays in July. Registration required.
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Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Conference Room
A special interest group that encourages and assists with writing family stories and histories. Participants share their stories for help with ideas, clarification, and resources.

Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 years with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in!

Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
New to computers or need a refresher on how to get started? Learn how to use the mouse and keyboard, pick up basic computer skills and browse the internet in this series. Sponsored by Comcast.
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Mon, Jul 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Join staff from the Information Services department to tour the Main Library building.

Mon, Jul 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services
1540 Mulberry Ln, Elgin, IL 60123

Mon, Jul 13, 11:45am - 1:15pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Civil War-era discussion group. Meets 2nd week of the month. No registration.

Mon, Jul 13, 12:45pm - 1:45pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Join us as we make a craft which will be distributed in our monthly activity kits to our care communities.
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Mon, Jul 13, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Illinois Tollway officials will be at the South Elgin Branch from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. to help motorists update their I-PASS technology to the new stickers that are replacing plastic transponders.

Mon, Jul 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
Near Joyce Ln & Nancy Ann Ln, Elgin

Mon, Jul 13, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
801 Hastings St. Elgin

Mon, Jul 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
Harriet Gifford Elementary School, 240 S Clifton Ave, Elgin, IL 60123

Mon, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Get hooked on needlework! Bring a project to work on. All skill levels welcome. Please Register

Mon, Jul 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mobile Services
Jefferson Ave. Elgin

Mon, Jul 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room,Info Serv - Zoom
HYBRID program co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Elgin Area Branch. Click the event title for the reading list. Facilitated by Barbara Njus and Gail Cohen. Please Register.

Tue, Jul 14, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Explore our changing planet through a different lens, immerse yourself in incredible ecosystems and learn how the smallest of actions can have a big impact on our natural world.

Tue, Jul 14, 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Rotunda
Get assistance and learn about resources which the Cook County Commissioner's office has to offer.

Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, music, and movement. For ages birth - age 2 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.

Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime.
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Tue, Jul 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn what a Virtual Private Network is, how to install one and enable use for daily browsing online. Learn how a password manager can make your life easier and more secure online.

Tue, Jul 14, 10:45am - 11:15am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities.
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Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Put on your summer best and bring a doll or stuffie friend to join us for a tea party! Registration required.
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Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services
The book bike will have a variety of materials to check out for all ages. You will also be able to register for a library card! Lords Park Zoo, 325 Hiawatha Drive, Elgin.

Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Grades 3 - 5 can register to learn the art of diamond painting of a patriotic star.
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Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Mobile Services
711 E Chicago Street, Elgin IL 60120

Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Are you a fan of BTS, Blackpink, Stray Kids, or other K-pop groups? Come enjoy your favorite K-pop songs while you make buttons, shrink-plastic charms, and other crafts.

Tue, Jul 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
Lin Lor Ln. & Airlite St. Elgin

Tue, Jul 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
In The Community
Those with dementia and their care partners are invited for a social event and resources at South Elgin Public Works Building, 1000 Bowes Rd. RSVP 847-289-5848.

Tue, Jul 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services
63 S Channing St, Elgin, IL 60120

Tue, Jul 14, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
N. Clifton Ave. & Wolff Ave. Elgin

Tue, Jul 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Esta serie cubrirá las preguntas cívicas en preparación para el examen de ciudadanía. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Laura Lopez de YWCA Elgin (331) 442-2036. Presentado en español.

Tue, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Participantes de nivel intermedio, practican conversaciones en inglés, adquieren confianza y mejoran su pronunciación. El grupo es liderado por un tutor de Literacy Connection. Favor registrarse
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Tue, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mobile Services
Near Mulberry Ln. & Kathleen Dr. Elgin

Tue, Jul 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board which is generally held on the second Tuesday of the month.