Join Ben Shattuck at SPL for a reading from The History of Sound and a reception with light bites and beverages. The History of Sound will be available to purchase from Blue Hill Books, and the author will sign books at the end of the program. Read more about Ben on his website and Instagram.
This is a three-day course focused on generating—rather than simply workshopping—historical fiction. Using writing prompts and exercises, assignments, readings, and self-directed research, participants will leave the course with the seeds for larger writing projects. We’ll discuss the purpose of and place for historical fiction today, and how stories can transcend time altogether. The class meet … Continue reading "Writing Historical Fiction"
This is a three-day course focused on generating—rather than simply workshopping—historical fiction. Using writing prompts and exercises, assignments, readings, and self-directed research, participants will leave the course with the seeds for larger writing projects. We’ll discuss the purpose of and place for historical fiction today, and how stories can transcend time altogether. The class meet … Continue reading "Writing Historical Fiction"
The Heron Witch Marnie Reed Crowell will read from her new young adult novel The Heron Witch, published by Green Writers Press in February 2025, followed by a conversation and book signing. About The Heron Witch When city girl Nancy moves to a small coastal Maine town she meets Mariner, the Great Blue heron with … Continue reading "Seaside Series: Marnie Reed Crowell"
SPL is hosting its first summer group exhibit, Land & Sea, this year. The exhibit is curated by Adell Donaghue, island resident and professional artist for four decades. The show is on display and open for viewing during library hours from Tuesday, July 15 through Saturday, August 9. There will be light bites & beverages … Continue reading "Land & Sea Exhibit Reception"
