Panel session & signing at the University of Arizona Campus

Queer Love, Loss and Representation
Representation matters. From the lives we see reflected on the page to the stories that challenge dominant narratives, queer storytelling has the power to validate experience, foster empathy, and expand our understanding of love and identity.

Student Union Santa Rita (Seats 110)  
Sales & Signing: UA Campus Store (Mall) (following presentation)

Panelists: Michelle Tea, Thrity Umrigar, Alejandro Varela
Moderator: Scott St. Marie

Event link: click here (then click on Thrity’s photo or name)

Panel session & signing at the University of Arizona Campus

Trauma, Memory and Truth
What is the responsibility of a storyteller when recounting trauma, injustice, or loss? This panel brings together three authors who explore the fragile line between memory and reality, and how personal and collective histories shape our understanding of the world.

The Commons Room 105 (Seats 217, wheelchair accessible)
Sales and signing: Koffler/Commons (following presentation)

Panelists: Brandon Hobson, T Kira Madden, Thrity Umrigar

Moderator: Jessica Braithwaite

Event link: click here (then click on Thrity’s photo or name)

With Rachel Howzell Hall

The PS Book Fest is a 3-day literary celebration in Coachella Valley! A festival designed for the entire community, whether or not you’re a reader.

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Talk and signing.

The New York Public Library’s World Literature & Arts Festival brings together trailblazers from diverse disciplines and backgrounds to celebrate storytelling—through books, performances, culinary traditions, and beyond—while shining a spotlight on NYC’s vibrant communities.

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Talk and signing.

In conversation with Luisa Smith.

This event will be hosted by Book Passage at the Corte Madera store.

• Free Admission / Open Seating

• Following the presentation, there will be a signing line or a meet-and-greet.

• If you are unable to attend the event, you can still get your copy by clicking here. If you would like a signed or personalized book, please note that in the order comment field.

• For any questions regarding our events, please contact us at books@bookpassage.com.

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Panel session and signing.

As the Bay Area Book Festival (BABF) enters its 12th year, it stands as both a cultural celebration and a critical gathering space where activists, authors, and audiences can unite around today’s most urgent issues and uplift marginalized voices.

The festival will present first-rate live conversations with top authors on a wide variety of compelling topics that matter to audiences you care about. Activation during our events and through our lively outdoor fair (also free to the public) directly connects your company or organization with engaged book lovers eager to learn about new products and services—both literary-related and general-consumer!

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Reading and signing.