November 5, 2013

Amy Tan

Join author Amy Tan as she discusses her new book The Valley of Amazement. @ Union Square Barnes and Noble, 33 East 17th Street, 7:00 p.m.

Science Fiction

Now in its 19th year, the science fiction literary club hosts free readings on the first Tuesday of every month. @ Soho Gallery for Digital Art, 138 Sullivan Street, 7:00 p.m.

November 6, 2013

Fresh Blood

The theater company La Petite Morgue presents the monthly Fresh Blood reading series as an opportunity for horror writers to have their latest works read aloud. Audience members are expected to buy a few drinks from the bar in exchange for some frightful entertainment. @ The Happy Ending Lounge, 302 Broome Street, 8:00 p.m.

November 7, 2013

Archie Book Covers

Come to The Strand Bookstore to hear Victor Gorelick, co-president of Archie Comics, talk with comic book historian Craig Yoe, as well as artists Dan Parent and Fernando Ruiz, about The Art of Archie: The Covers. These experts will provide insight about the the world of Archie as it takes place over seven decades. @ The Strand Bookstore, Rare Book Room, 828 Broadway at 12th Street, 7:00 p.m.

Minecraft

Join Swedish authors Linus Larsson and Daniel Goldberg for this one-of-a-kind interactive event celebrating the launch of Minecraft: The Unlikely Tale of Markus “Notch” Persson and the Game that Changed Everything. Hosted by the NYU Game Center, this event will include a reading, discussion and Minecraft gaming. Both authors will be discussing the book and the state of the gaming industry in Sweden, answering questions, and engaging in a hands-on Minecraft gaming experience. @ NYU Games Center, 2 Metrotech Center, Brooklyn, NY 11201, 7:00 p.m.