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New York Times bestseller Meg Waite Clayton joins Authors! to discuss her latest novel, Typewriter Beach.
New York Times bestselling author Meg Waite Clayton joins Authors! to talk about her new historical fiction novel, Typewriter Beach. Clayton is known for writing deeply researched stories about women facing major turning points in history. During the event, she will chat about her writing process, how she builds her atmospheric settings and how she brings midcentury Hollywood to life. The evening includes a 45-minute talk followed by a brief audience Q&A. Every ticket includes a copy of the book.
Typewriter Beach splits its time between 1957 and 2018, weaving a family mystery set in the coastal town of Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. In the 1957 storyline, young actress Isabella Giori seems close to stardom after auditioning for Alfred Hitchcock, but a studio fixer hides her away in a seaside cottage. There, she connects with her neighbor, Leo Chazan, an Oscar-nominated screenwriter blacklisted during the Red Scare. In 2018, Leo's granddaughter, Gemma, comes to town to sell the cottage and discovers a hidden safe. The contents force her to question her family's history, exploring themes of creative passion, friendship and the price of secrecy.
Meg Waite Clayton is the bestselling author of nine novels, including The Postmistress of Paris and The Last Train to London. Before turning to writing full time, she earned a law degree and was a member of the California bar, a background that helps her bring historical and legal precision to her fiction. Her work often focuses on the unique challenges women face when trying to establish themselves in male-dominated industries. Clayton lives and writes in Carmel, California.
Do tickets include a copy of the book? Yes, (1) ticket includes (1) copy of the featured book.
Can tickets be purchased by phone? No, tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite only.
What are my parking options at the event? The Library has a free underground parking garage. The garage entrance is located on Adams St.
What time do the doors open? General admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m.
Are there assigned seats? No. Seating is general admission. The purchase of a ticket guarantees seating.
Is handicapped seating available? Handicapped seating is available. For special seating arrangements, please call 419.214.4332 at least one week prior to the event.
Will an American Sign Language Interpreter be provided for the event? We are happy to provide an ASL Interpreter for the event - if you require this service, please contact us at 419.214.4332 at least two weeks before the event so arrangements can be made.
What can/can't I bring to the event? Please do not bring outside food/beverages. There is no video recording or flash photography allowed.
Will the author hold a book signing after the talk? Yes, the author will be available for a limited signing opportunity after the presentation.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes, tickets will be scanned at the door. Tickets can be scanned from your phone via your Eventbrite email receipt. Please have your device with the Eventbrite email open for scanning at entry. Screenshots cannot be scanned.
Can I get my book if I don’t attend the event? Books may only be obtained at the event. If you are unable to attend, you may give your ticket to someone else to pick it up at the event. Forward them your Eventbrite email receipt so they may collect the book.
What is the refund policy? Tickets will be refunded only if the event is canceled.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions? Call the Library at 419.214.4332.
AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |
EVENT TYPE: | Performances/Special Events | Author Program |
TAGS: | devauthors |
