Event

Junot Díaz: Islandborn

Left Bank Books welcomes Pulitzer Prize-winning author Junot Díaz, who will sign and discuss his new children's book, "Islandborn"!

Ticket Information:

- A $20 ticket admits ONE person and includes ONE copy of "Islandborn"
- A $25 admits TWO people and includes ONE copy of "Islandborn" and a $5 rebate towards the purchase of a second copy at the event
- A $5 family companion ticket admits ONE additional CHILD (ticket holder must be under the age of 12) and does NOT include a copy of "Islandborn"

Please note: those who purchase a ticket and do not attend the event must pick up their copy of "Islandborn" or contact Left Bank Books to arrange for shipping within 60 days of the event.

When Lolas teacher asks the students to draw a picture of where their families immigrated from, all the kids are excited. Except Lola. She cant remember The Islandshe left when she was just a baby. But with the help of her family and friends, and their memoriesjoyous, fantastical, heartbreaking, and frighteningLolas imagination takes her on an extraordinary journey back to The Island. As she draws closer to the heart of her familys story, Lola comes to understand the truth of her abuelas words: Just because you dont remember a place doesnt mean its not in you. Gloriously illustrated and lyrically written, "Islandborn" is a celebration of creativity, diversity, and our imaginations boundless ability to connect usto our families, to our past and to ourselves.