Susan Larson talks with Michael Tisserand about his discovery of two metal boxes containing Kodachrome slides shot by his father which led to his soon to be released book, “My Father When Young.”
Here’s what’s on tap in the literary life this week:
Here in New Orleans:
Rebecca Fichter Hale discusses and signs “Tips from a Talent Agent: Practical Advice for Actors,” Sunday, June 13, from 2-3:30 at Octavia Books.
Michael Tisserand discusses “My Father When Young: Photographs by Jerry Tisserand,” with Gwen Thompkins, Tuesday, June 15 form 6-7 at Octavia Books.
There will be a special virtual event celebrating the launch of IN THE HEIGHTS: Finding Home featuring award-winning songwriter, actor, and director Lin-Manuel Miranda, Pulitzer Prize-winner Quiara Alegría Hudes, and acclaimed writer Jeremy McCarter. Special guest moderator for this event will be America Ferrera, who joined the authors in narrating the upcoming audiobook. The event takes place Tuesday, June 15, from 7-8 p.m. on Zoom. This is a ticketed event which includes a copy of the book, get tickets at Octavia Books or Tubby and Coo’s.
Kristen Arnett reads from and signs her new novel, “With Teeth,” Thursday, June 17, at 7 p.m. at Blue Cypress Books. This is a ticketed event; check out bluecypressbooks.com for info.
And this weekend in Denham Springs: Musician Chris Thomas King discusses his new book, “The Blues: The Authentic Narrative of My Life and Culture,” Saturday, June 12, at 6 p.m., sponsored by Cavalier House Books. This is a ticketed event. Check out Cavalierhousebooks.com for info.
