Well Los Angeles, I was closer to you this weekend then I have been for some time. Not only was I just south of you on the 5 but I also flew right over you (several miles up though). But, this is a new week and I am back at home in SF. Hmm, “home,” don’t know about that. This place certainly hasn’t treated me like it should be my home… tangent, sorry. You may have fewer events this week than SF but frankly, I think yours are all around better. Especially that Halloween author signing at Vromans. Once Chabon is finished here I’m sure he’ll be heading your way, don’t you worry!
Wednesday, October 28th
@ 230pm
- David Sax, Author, will be at Langer’s Deli on S. Alvarado (teamed up with Vromans) eating and signing copies of his book Save The Deli. Being a fan of the deli myself I thought I’d give some love to Mr. Sax and support this event and encourage people to go. I mean I’ve got quite a few favorites but I gotta say anything on challa or a reuben are my favorites. But, Sax’s book does something great, something grand, it examines the art that is the authentic Jewish Deli. Apparently his chapter in LA will make some of those in NY a little peeved as he says that LA is now the mecca of the deli. Ok, one sad note about this event, it costs $55, but with that you get lunch and a copy of the book (signed). So, if you’ve got the time and money, do it!
Thursday, October 29th
@ 8pm
- Robert Crumb, author and cartoonist, will be appearing at Royce Hall at UCLA (in conjunction with Book Soup). Crumb, if you didn’t know was a big player in the 60′s San Francisco underground movement. He will be signing copies of his latest work The Book of Genesis. Throughout his career he has been arrested, sued and in conflict with the IRS. It’s all good though, I swear he’s a standup dude.
Saturday, October 31st
@ 12pm
- Ray Bradbury, author, will be signing copies of his all his works at Vroman’s on the 31st. Yes indeed that is Halloween, what a rad way to kick off a day of costumes and possible debauchery. I’m not a huge fan of Halloween but I think this is a pretty awesome way to get into the spirit of the day. You all know Bradbury right? I mean how could you not, he wrote some of my favorite sci-fi of all time, Fahrenheit 451, The Martian Chronicles and Something Wicked this way Comes. Impress that special lady or guy, before anyone dresses up, with some literature and they’ll love you that much more.
Sunday, November 1st
@ 5pm
- John Irving, author, will be signing and talking about his latest book Last Night in Twisted River at The Writer’s Guild Theater in Beverly Hills (put on by Book soup). I remember when I was first introduced to Mr. Irving back in high school or middle school when we read A Prayer for Owen Meany and ever since then I’ve had a profound respect for him. Admittedly the only other book of his I’ve read is Cider House Rules but Owen Meany really did it for me. I don’t know much about this latest but apparently it’s another great story by a great author. Unfortunately the event is $20 which always puts a damper on things but it could be worth your while if you’re a fan.
I gotta apologize, I’m promoting two events in LA this week that will cost you hard earned money. I guess times are tough for authors too when they have to start charging customers to see a favorite author. Regardless, I’m certain both events will be interesting and entertaining.
