FEB
25

DC Reads: Creative Writing Workshop with Alice McDermott
6:30 PM at Cleveland Park Library

When it comes to writing, you may wonder, “Is This As Good As You Can Make It?”

FEB
27

DC Reads: When She  Left discussion
6 PM at Anacostia Public Library

DCPL hosts an in-person book club discussion of E.A. Aymar’s work.

MAR
12

DC Reads: Casualties of Truth Discussion
7 PM on Zoom

DCPL hosts a virtual book club discussion of Lauren Francis-Sharma’s work.

MAR
13

DC Reads: Reading the Signs with Lauren Francis-Sharma
6:30 PM at Capitol View Library

The journey from lawyer to novelist.

Headshot of Lauren Francis-Sharma, a smiling Black woman wearing glasses, a patterned scarf, and a white top

MAY
15

PEN/Faulkner Award Celebration
6 PM at MLK Library

Honoring our winner, finalists, and Literary Champion.

Headshot of Lauren Francis-Sharma, a smiling Black woman wearing glasses, a patterned scarf, and a white top

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