An Afternoon with Author Mitali Perkins at the Alameda Free Library

 

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February 20, 2018

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Contact: Sarah Burkey

School Resource Services Liaison

510-747-7708

 

An Afternoon with Author Mitali Perkins at the Alameda Free Library

           

The Alameda Free Library invites the community to an author talk by acclaimed author Mitali Perkins on Tuesday, February 27, from 3:30-4:15 in the Main Library’s Stafford Room at 1550 Oak St.

Ms. Perkins is an engaging speaker and will discuss two of her award winning books, Rickshaw Girl, chosen as one of the 100 great children’s books of the last 100 years by the New York Public Library and You Bring the Distant Near, a young adult novel nominated for the National Book Award. 

In Rickshaw Girl Ms. Perkins writes of Bangla culture and customs in a moving story that highlights changing attitudes and times.  This lively story, chosen as a must-read global title for children by the Cooperative Center for Children’s Books, was also performed by the Bay Area Children’s Theater.  

Ms. Perkins’ latest book, You Bring the Distant Near, has received an equally high level of praise.  School Library Journal raves, "This stunning book about immigration and cultural assimilation is a must-purchase for teen and new adult collections."   The Washington Post cheers, “This touching, intricately layered novel follows an Indian American family who immigrated to the United States in the 1970s as it adjusts to life here and faces both opportunities and struggles over time ... Accomplished storytelling, vividly drawn characters…broaden this vibrant book’s appeal beyond its target audience. Readers across the generations will take it to their hearts.”  A book sale and signing will follow.

 

This is a free event and seating is limited.  Reservations are available at http://alamedaca.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=8675&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2018/02/01.  Alameda Free Library is wheelchair accessible. The Main Library is served by AC Transit routes 21 and 51A. Bicycle parking racks are available at the library.  For more information call 510-747-7705.