Book Launch

The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Celebrate the release of author and historian Stephen Jackson’s Preston Chronicles Trilogy with Southern food and drinks. RSVP required. 5:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]

Wash Your Hands After

Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Readings from Athens writers featuring Ben Allee, CJ Bartunek, Will Donnelly, Dave Fitzgerald, Noah Isherwood, Colter McWhorter, Jordan Rothacker and Jordan Stepp. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com

Book Launch & Reading

Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States

Author Benjamin Ray Allee celebrates the debut of his short story collection Mediac along with readings from Athens area writers. 7 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/buvez_athens

The Amazing Carmen Agra Deedy

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

All ages are invited to hear author Carmen Agra Deedy read from some of her works. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org