Colson Whitehead in Conversation with Samantha Hunt June 23, 2010

Kick back to 1985 and feel the breeze, with Colson Whitehead author of “The Colossus of New York” as he discusses his PEN/Faulkner nominated novel “Sag Harbor”—a literary gem full of 80’s pop-culture and stories aplenty. In conversation with Samantha Hunt author of “The Invention of Everything Else.”

"Word for Word Author" is an outdoor reading series that features bestselling authors, celebrity writers, and expert-panelists sharing anecdotes, answering questions from the audience, and signing copies of their latest books.

The event is FREE and open to the public. For updates and additional information, please visit the website at www.bryantpark.org. The Bryant Park Reading Room located on the 42nd Street side of the park - under the trees - between the back of the NYPL & 6th Avenue. Look for the burgundy and white umbrellas. Rain Venue: Library of the General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen 20 West 44th Street (between 5th & 6th Avenue).