Although of Course You End Up Becoming Yourself
By David Lipsky, April 13, 2010
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5/16 Ann Patchett at Symphony Space
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Writer Jane Hamilton talks with the Bel Canto author about the backstory of Patchett’s latest novel, 'State of Wonder.' More »
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5/16 Ali Wentworth and Justin Halpern at Bryant Park
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Wentworth reads from her memoir, 'Ali in Wonderland' and  Halpern, the creator of 'Shit My Dad Says' presents his follow-up: 'I Suck at Girls. More »
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5/17 Steamboat: A Literary Humor Series at Greenlight Bookstore
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Comedian Bob Powers hosts the monthly event, which in May features contributors to 'Pendulous Breasts Quarterly,' a magazine created by writers for The Onion. More »
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5/17 James Fenton and Robyn Creswell at The New York Public Library
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Creswell, the poetry editor of the 'Paris Review,' talks with the poet, journalist, and essayist. More »
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5/21 Jonathan Woods at The Half King
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The crime writer reads from and discusses his debut novel, 'A Death in Mexico.' More »
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