Authors on Authors: T.J. Alexander + Zakiya Jamal

Thu Jun 18 2026 at 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm UTC-04:00

667 Washington Ave | Brooklyn

Love & Legends Books
Publisher/HostLove & Legends Books
Authors on Authors: T.J. Alexander + Zakiya Jamal
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Join us for a night of in-depth discussions as authors T.J. Alexander and Zakiya Jamal engage in a one-on-one conversation.
About this Event

Join us for a night of in-depth discussions as authors T.J. Alexander and Zakiya Jamal engage in a one-on-one conversation about their work, craft and the art of writing. The pair will provide insight into creative processes, inspirations, and how they hone their skills, all while telling stories and chatting about their lives. After their initial conversation, there will be time for a short audience Q&A, so bring your best writing questions.

A signing line for both authors will follow.

ABOUT T.J. Alexander:

TJ Alexander is a Lambda Literary Award finalist and USA Today bestselling author who writes about queer love. Originally from Florida, they received their MA in writing and publishing from Emerson College in Boston. They live in New York City with their wife, cats, and various houseplants.

ABOUT ZAKIYA JAMAL:

Zakiya N. Jamal was born in Queens, raised on Long Island, and currently resides in Brooklyn. In other words, she’s a New Yorker through and through. She holds a BA in English from Georgetown University and a MFA in Creative Writing with a concentration in Writing for Children and Young Adults from The New School. You can find her on social media at @ZakiyaNJamal.

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667 Washington Ave, 667 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, United States

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