Samira Ahmed, THIS BOOK WON'T BURN - with Shannon Gibney!

Red Balloon is thrilled to welcome Samira Ahmed for an event celebrating her new young adult novel, This Book Won't Burn! Samira Ahmed will be joined in conversation by award-winning local author, Shannon Gibney.

“[Ahmed] employs high stakes, increasing tensions, romantic near-misses, and adult hypocrisy to powerful effect.” –Publisher's Weekly, starred review

From the New York Times bestselling author of Internment comes a timely and gripping social-suspense novel about book banning, activism, and standing up for what you believe. Join Samira Ahmed, Shannon Gibney, and two guest teen readers for a timely conversation about book bans and the freedom to read. There will be audience Q&A followed by a chance to have your books signed!

To attend: Space is limited, so registration is required to attend this event. You can register for a ticket for free using the buttons below through May 8, 4:00pm, and preorder the book . Additional copies of This Book Won't Burn will be available for purchase during the event.

Signing Guidelines: Following the event, Samira Ahmed will sign and personalize copies of the book. If you would prefer not to stay for the signing portion, Red Balloon is happy to have your books signed and personalized for you and will contact you when they're ready to be picked up.

Accessibility: Red Balloon Bookshop is wheelchair accessible and has a handicap parking spot directly behind our store. If you have a disability or medical condition and have questions about/need other specific accommodations, please email [email protected] or call 651-224-8320.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Red Balloon Bookshop, 891 Grand Avenue, Saint Paul, United States