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BOOKCLUBS, PROGRAMS, MAKERSPACE, STUDY ROOMS, AND MORE.
 
For Book Lovers
 
Author Fest at Geneva Public Library.
SATURDAY, NOV. 14 • 1–3 P.M.
Whether you're a book lover or an aspiring writer, this event offers a chance to engage with creative minds and find inspiration. Don't miss this exciting celebration of local talent and storytelling!
 
For Music History Lovers
 
George Harrison's head poking out of a body of water.
TUESDAY, NOV. 17 • 1:30–2:30 P.M.
Often called the “quiet” Beatle, it's more accurate to call George Harrison the “reluctant” Beatle. Never one to crave the spotlight, George was still plenty successful as a solo artist. Gary Wenstrup will discuss George's solo career in honor of the 25th anniversary of his death.
 
Write Your Story
 
Celebrate National Novel Writing Month by taking a deep dive on putting ideas on the page and bringing your story to life with helpful tips and tricks for established and aspiring novelists.
 
by AJ Harper
Write a Must-Read by A.J. Harper.
How do you write that must-read novel when you’ve never written one like it before? AJ Harper will this question and more. A ghostwriter and editor for some of the foremost thought leaders of our time. The foundation of that craft is a simple, yet powerful philosophy: Reader First. When you learn how to put your reader first at every stage of book development, writing, and editing, you can create the connection and trust required to transform their lives.
 
by Haruki Murakami
Novelist as a Vocation by Haruki Murakami
A New York Times bestseller. An insightful look into the mind of a master storyteller—and a unique look at the craft of writing from the beloved and best-selling author of 1Q84, Norwegian Wood, and What I Talk About When I Talk About Running.
 
by Jeff Gerke
Write Your Novel in a Month by Jeff Gerke
Author and instructor Jeff Gerke will show you how to prepare yourself to write your first draft in as little as 30 days. With Jeff's help, you will learn how to organize your ideas, create dynamic stories, develop believable characters, and flesh out the idea narrative for your novel. Jeff walks you through the entire process, from initial idea to the important revision stage, and even explains what to do with your novel once you've finished.
 
by Matt Bird
The Secrets of Character by Matt Bird.
An insightful and actionable guide to creating a hero that readers will fall in love with, from the author of The Secrets of Story.
 
by Neal Allen and Anne Lamott
Good Writing by Neal Allen and Anne Lamott
Two writers show you how to turn a worthy sentence into a memorable one. Starting where The Elements of Style leaves off, Good Writing can improve your book, your essay, your memo, your blog post, speech, or script. These essential rules for persuasive language work on any type of writing, and anyone can learn them quickly.
 
by John Truby
The Anatomy of Genres by John Truby
A guide to understanding the major genres of the story world by the legendary writing teacher and author of The Anatomy of Story, John Truby.
 
Browse more books about National Novel Writers Month.
 
Explore, Learn, and Connect.
 
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SUNDAY, NOV. 15 • 1–3:30 P.M.
MONDAY, NOV. 16 • 3–5 P.M.
MONDAY, NOV. 16 • 6–8:30 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 18 • 10:30–11:30 A.M.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 18 • 1:30–3:30 P.M.
THURSDAY, NOV. 19 • 5:30–7 P.M.
THURSDAY, NOV. 19 • 7–8 P.M.
by Carson Faust
If the Dead Belong Here by Carson Faust
FRIDAY, NOV. 20 • 10–11:30 A.M.
 
Friends Book Sale
 
Christmas Walk Book Sale.
FRIENDS CHRISTMAS
WALK BOOK SALE (ALL AGES)
Find bargains galore! Thousands of gently-used books will be available for purchase at the sale.
 
Book prices:
• Adult hardcover & paperback, $2
• Adult mass paperback, $1
• Children’s hardcover, $1
• Children’s paperback, $.50
• Board books, $.50
 
The Friends accept credit cards, cash, and checks at book sales.
 
All Ages Fun!
 
Two boys playing with a giant Connect Four.
SATURDAY, NOV. 21 • 10 A.M.–3 P.M.
Bring the whole family to Giant Game Day!
 

READ WITH US
FAMILY STORYTIME (ADULTS)
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 18 • 9:30–10 A.M.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 18 • 10:30–11 A.M.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 18 • 6:30–7 P.M.
BABY STORYTIME
(BIRTH TO 24 MONTHS W/CAREGIVER)

EXPLORE WITH FRIENDS
MONDAY, NOV. 16 • 10:30–11:15 A.M.
REFRIGERATOR
ART CLUB (ALL AGES)
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