Over here at Southforker, we are die-hard fans of Authors Night, the East Hampton Library’s annual book-worm bonanza held every year on the sprawling green of Herrick Park. This year, the event, which will be held on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 5 p.m., features around 100 authors — some literary luminaries, some up and comers who you get to discover right here, right now.
It’s becoming a bit of a tradition over here to pick the brains of the people behind the scenes of this annual tome-de-force (which benefits the outstanding East Hampton Library) — what pages are they poised to pop a bookmark into? We got the scoop…!
Take Me to Your Leader: Perspectives on Your First Alien Encounter by Neil deGrasse Tyson
“Neil deGrasse Tyson makes even the biggest scientific questions fun and fascinating. A perennial favorite at Authors Night, this year he’ll be signing copies of his new book Take Me to Your Leader, a funny exploration of our first encounter with alien life. Come meet everyone’s favorite astrophysicist and have your book personally inscribed.” —Dennis Fabiszak
The Power Broker: Robert Moses and the Fall of New York by Robert A. Caro
“It’s hard to overstate the impact of The Power Broker. More than 50 years after it was published, Robert A. Caro’s Pulitzer Prize-winning classic is still one of the most important books ever written about power, politics, and New York. We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Caro back to Authors Night. Getting a chance to meet him and have him personally sign his book is an experience readers won’t want to miss.” —Dennis Fabiszak
Symon’s Dinners Cooking Out: 100 Recipes That Redefine Outdoor Cooking by Michael Symon
“Michael Symon has a way of making great food feel approachable, whether you’re a seasoned cook or just love firing up the grill. In Symon’s Dinners Cooking Out, he shares 100 flavorful recipes that take outdoor cooking well beyond the backyard barbecue. I hope you’ll join us to meet this celebrated chef, pick up some fresh inspiration, and have your book signed!” —Sheila Rogers
Still Bobbi: A Master Class in Resilience and Reinvention by Bobbi Brown
“Most people know Bobbi Brown for changing the beauty industry, but her latest book is really about embracing change and finding new opportunities. Still Bobbi is thoughtful, candid and full of insights on resilience, creativity and reinvention. Meet this inspirational entrepreneur in person at Authors Night and pick up some extra signed copies for your friends!” —Amy Levin Schaeffer
Rosario Candela & The New York Apartment: 1927-1937 The Architecture of the Age by David Netto and Paul Goldberger
“Whether you’re passionate about architecture, design or New York history, you’ll enjoy this book where acclaimed designer David Netto and Pulitzer Prize-winning architecture critic Paul Goldberger bring Rosario Candela’s timeless apartment buildings to life with insight, expertise and beautiful photography. Come to Authors Night to meet these two distinguished authors and have your copy personally inscribed.” —Keri Lamparter
