Great New Writers Set for Pen Parentis Book Salon in March

On March 8th, the Pen Parentis Literary Salon will feature an intimate evening with three writers to watch: Lauren Acampora who wrote a story collection chosen as one of the best books of the year by Amazon, Rumaan Alam, a New York magazine journalist whose highly anticipated debut novel will be out in Spring 2016, and Helen Phillips, whose first novel was a New York Times Notable book of 2015. All of the presenting novelists are also parents.

Join an animated discussion after the readings centering on creativity and work/life balance, moderated by Pen Parentis founder and veteran salonnière M. M. De Voe and Wai Look Award-winning curator Christina Chiu.

The event takes place on Tuesday, March 8th at the elegant Andaz Wall Street at 75 Wall Street, with wine and light refreshments compliments of the hotel. The night kicks off at 7:00 pm, and admission is free. RSVP is recommended-the Pen Parentis Literary Salon is open to all adults over the age of 21. You do not have to be a parent or a writer to enjoy these Salons; all book lovers are welcome. Greenlight Bookshop will be vending books for signings.

More biographical info, RSVP link and photos at penparentis.org/calendar.

Transportation info: Take the 2/3/4/5/J/M to Wall Street. The Salon takes place in private space in the second floor level of the Andaz Wall Street, at 75 Wall Street

Upcoming Event: On April 12th, Fiction of Today and Yesterday with Jessica Hagedorn, Amitava Kumar, and New York Times bestselling author Laura Willig.

Pen Parentis, Ltd, is a New York City-based nonprofit literary organization that provides resources to authors who are also parents, to help them stay on creative track after starting a family.

Pen Parentis Literary Salons are funded in part by Poets & Writers with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature, and by a generous one-time grant from the Sustainable Arts Foundation.

About Andaz Wall Street: Experience the rebirth of Lower Manhattan at the only hotel situated on iconic Wall Street. Andaz is devoted to providing attentive, uncomplicated service and indulgent amenities. The David Rockwell designed property features 253 guestrooms starting at a generous 345 square feet, making them some of the largest hotel rooms in New York City. Andaz offers a variety of on-site amenities, including over 10,000 square feet of event space, complimentary wifi and mini bars with non-alcoholic beverages and snacks, a 24-hour gym, and The SPA. Patrons can enjoy seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine and creative cocktails at the new Dina Rata restaurant. For additional information about Andaz Wall Street, visit www.andazwallstreet.com.

Pictured: Lauren Acampora will read with Helen Phillips and Rumaan Alam on March 8th.