Phoenix Public Library will host a free author reading from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8, at Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 N. Central Ave. The event is part of The Big Read initiative.
Charles J. Shields will read from his book, “Mockingbird: A Portrait of Harper Lee.” The book explores the colorful life of the remarkable woman who wrote “To Kill a Mockingbird.” Despite the book’s popularity, Lee became a somewhat mysterious figure. Now, after four years of research, Shields has brought her to life.
For more information, call 602-534-0603 or visit phoenixpubliclibrary.org.
This event is part of The Big Read, an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest. It is sponsored in partnership by the West Valley Arts Council, the Maricopa County Library District, the Arizona Humanities Council and Phoenix Public Library.
