About this Event
Gospel is the Keeper of the Leaving Room—a place all young people must phase through when they die. The young are never ready to leave; they need a moment to remember and a Keeper to help their wispy souls along.
When a random door opens and a Keeper named Melody arrives, their souls become entangled. Gospel's seriousness melts and Melody’s fear of connection fades, but still—are Keepers allowed to fall in love? Now they must find a way out of the Leaving Room and be unafraid of their love. In a novel that takes place over four minutes, National Book Award finalist Amber McBride explores connection, memory, and hope in ways that are unforgettable and poignant.
About the Author:
Amber McBride has been published in literary magazines including Ploughshares and Provincetown Arts. Her debut young adult novel, Me (Moth) was a finalist for the National Book Award, and won the 2022 Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe Award for New Talent, among many other accolades. She is a professor of creative writing at University of Virginia, and lives in Charlottesville, Virgina.
About the Program:
- Doors will open to registered attendees at 3 pm.
- All registered in person attendees will receive a free copy of the book while supplies last.
- Free street parking is available along Falls Road and 37th Street. Bike parking is available at the building.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Enoch Pratt Free Library - Hampden Branch, 3641 Falls Road, Baltimore, United States
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