Author Talk: Richard Reeder Discusses Sarasota

About this event

Adults: 18 and up. Join us to hear our special guest, author Richard Reeder, discuss his latest book, Sarasota. Sarasota is a work of historical fiction told from the perspective of William Pennington, a crusading white journalist, who we first meet working on the Kennedy presidential campaign in Florida in 1960. After the campaign, Pennington lands a position in the White Sox public relations office where he comes to grips with painful truths about racism, both societal and personal, during that turbulent time in American history. After a challenging and interesting career in Chicago government, social services, and education, Richard Reeder is now involved in teaching adult education classes in literature, organizing and moderating literary events, and writing. Sarasota is Richard’s fourth published book, and his first novel. Signed copies of Sarasota will be available for purchase. This program is held in partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago, Edgewater Historical Society, and the Edgewater Branch Library. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Photo source: Richard Reeder