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The Story Behind Station Eleven

An Evening with Emily St. John Mandel

2019-04-29 19:00:00 2019-04-29 20:30:00 America/Chicago The Story Behind Station Eleven Award-winning and national bestselling author Emily St. John Mandel will share her story and inspiration for writing Station Eleven in this special free and open to the public presentation. Arcada Theatre -

Monday, April 29
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2019-04-29 19:00:00 2019-04-29 20:30:00 America/Chicago The Story Behind Station Eleven Award-winning and national bestselling author Emily St. John Mandel will share her story and inspiration for writing Station Eleven in this special free and open to the public presentation. Arcada Theatre -

Award-winning and national bestselling author Emily St. John Mandel will share her story and inspiration for writing Station Eleven in this special free and open to the public presentation.

Known for its unique take on aspects of a post-apocalyptic world, her novel is also a celebration of the art and culture that unites us as a human race. She will speak about why she chose to use things like Shakespeare plays, comic books, and museums as central plot devices in her book, as well as offer her thoughts about how her novel reflects hope in the ways that humanity can bond together, even in the face of extreme adversity and hardship. She will also answer questions from the audience and sign autographs on a select number of Station Eleven copies. 

Enjoy door prizes and activities and can’t-miss conversation with a national bestselling author! Please join us Monday, April 29 at one of our community’s landmark locations. The event is free and all are welcome. 

Registration is for estimated attendance only and does not gurantee a seat.  Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and seating is available on a first-come, first served basis. 

For more information, please call us at 630-584-0076 x246.

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St. Charles Public Library

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The award-winning St. Charles Public Library District is located in the scenic Fox River Valley, 35 miles west of Chicago. The Library serves a district population of 55,092 residents and has a staff of 101. The St. Charles Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.

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