The Wisdom Bar-"The Real Process Behind Writing a Novel: Author's Account"

📚 Have you even been curious to know the real creative process behind your favorite books? Join us as we hear first-hand from author A.J. Jacono!

🍷 During this intimate evening at A.J.’s own bookstore/wine bar, the famed Bibliotheque, we will dive into the creative process A.J. utilized while writing his debut novel: Yes, Yes. A conversational evening moderated by a suprise guest host, audiences can expect to learn about the genre of speculative fiction and how the author created this groundbreaking story within that. Given the subject of the book (audiences will get an exclusive insight into it prior to its February release), we will also hear about the world of book publishing in all its glory (and gore). Finally, how did this creative take his love of books and put it into action by creating his own bookstore bar? Find out on November 19th! 📚

This might be for you if you...

• Are a reader, curious about the methods that authors employ to create the works we all love
• Are intrigued by a first-hand account of writing and publishing a full-length novel, from brainstorm sessions to release
• Are a writer, looking to learn more about the world of book publishing (the good, the bad, and the ugly)
• Are a fan of Bibliotheque and looking to spend an intellectually stimulating evening in their exclusive cellar
• Want to switch up your usual weeknight. Why not make it interesting? 🤓

• Enjoy lecture-based and conversation-focused events of any kind — think Ted Talks in bars, Lectures on Tap, or micro learning meets dinner party

AGENDA

6:30 PM: Doors Open

6:30 PM - 7:00 PM: Grab a Drink!

7:00 PM - 7:45 PM: Lecture Begins

7:45 PM - 8:00 PM: Q&A

8:00 PM - 8:30 PM: Meet the Speaker & Mingle

A.J. Jacono is a New York-based author. He is the founder of the online literary journal, , and the owner of the immensely popular SoHo bookstore/café/wine bar hybrid, Bibliotheque. A.J. has published fiction and nonfiction in a wide range of literary journals, including Southeast Review, The Offing, upstreet,Lunch Ticket, Eckleburg, and The MacGuffin, among many others. A.J.’s debut novel, Yes, Yes, is coming from Crooked Lane Books on February 23, 2027.

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Bibliotheque, 54 Mercer Street, New York, United States

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