Happy 21st birthday, Author’s Night! This annual page-turner of a festival is the ultimate opportunity to meet and greet your favorite writers, get them to sign your beloved books and maybe even get a little intel on what plot twists are worth diving into. Author’s Night is part East Hampton Library fundraiser, part book lover’s paradise part literary star-spotting scene, with some of the most exciting names in fiction and non all under one tent in East Hampton’s Herrick Park.
Like last year, we checked in with the Author’s Night Committee and the books they’re excited about nabbing from this year’s event, be they classic must-haves or new and noteworthy tomes. These book-bound insiders are leaning heavily on non-fiction, with a particular penchant for memoir — but, indeed, it’s a juicy memoir kind of year. They gave us a preview of the books they couldn’t put down for this August edition of “Feed Your Read.” Here’s what they had to say:
Merlin’s Tour of the Universe: A Traveler’s Guide to Blue Moons and Black Holes, Mars, Stars, and Everything Far by Neil deGrasse Tyson
“As always, Neil deGrasse Tyson makes space science fun and accessible in Merlin’s Tour of the Universe, where a witty fictional guide answers big cosmic questions with clarity, charm, and imagination. Whether you’re curious about black holes or blue moons, this book is a fun and enlightening journey through the universe for readers of all ages.” – Dennis Fabiszak
Uptown Girl: A Memoir by Christie Brinkley
“If you’re looking for a fun, inspiring read, I highly recommend Uptown Girl by Christie Brinkley. She shares her wild ride from being discovered in Paris to becoming a supermodel and pop culture icon. It’s honest, heartfelt, and full of incredible stories—plus photos and her own artwork.” – Sheila Rogers
The Third Gilmore Girl: A Memoir by Kelly Bishop
“If you’re a Gilmore Girls fan (or loved her in Dirty Dancing), you’ll really enjoy The Third Gilmore Girl. Kelly Bishop shares fun behind-the-scenes stories and opens up about her fascinating life on stage and screen. It’s warm, honest, and full of great moments from her incredible career.” – Keri Lamparter
How to Lose Your Mother by Molly Jong-Fast
“This sharp, moving, and often darkly funny memoir explores the complexities of a mother-daughter relationship shaped by fame, distance, and love. Molly writes with such heart and sharp wit as she navigates her mother’s dementia, a family health crisis, and the lasting impact of an unconventional childhood.” – Amy Levin Schaeffer
The Friday Afternoon Club: A Family Memoir by Griffin Dunne
“I really enjoyed this riveting, funny, and heartfelt memoir about growing up in a dazzling, chaotic world shaped by Hollywood legends, family tragedies, and unforgettable characters. Dunne captures a life full of wild stories, famous faces, and the complicated beauty of family with both warmth and wit.” – Amy Levin Schaeffer
