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FreedomStar
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When "Drown" came out in 1996, Diaz was hailed as one of the "new voices" — and already, the highest praise for a young writer is to be called the "next Junot Diaz." Powell Books

Enjoy an evening with Pulitzer award winning author Junot Diaz. Hear excerpts from his best-selling novel, "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao," as well as "Drown," his collection of short stories. Conclude your evening with a question and answer session, refreshments and book signing.

DETAILS:
Thursday, March 31st
50 Bedford Avenue, 11222
Doors open at 6 p.m., program begins shortly after
Please RSVP to Sahar@freedomstaronline.com
$25 General Admission

# Posted 2 yrs ago
Boygabriel
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I absolutely loved "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao"

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# Posted 2 yrs ago
FreedomStar
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Have you read "Drown" - his first book, a collection of short stories. He is going to read from both books, hopefully you can make it on the 31st. Have a good rest-of-week! Sahar

# Posted 2 yrs ago
penina
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Wow, this is great! I've actually been trying to book him for the Franklin Park Reading Series. I'll try and make it.
Does the admission fee subsidize the mentorship program?

# Posted 2 yrs ago
FreedomStar
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I have enjoyed mentoring the students at FPA for the last 3 semesters, so I've really gotten involved with fundraising for their first graduating class of 2012. 100% of admission will be donated to Frances Perkins Academy. You can see more at http://www.FPAnyc.com

# Posted 2 yrs ago
penina
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Great. Thanks for the link!

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