(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Swedish author Fredrik Backman will appear Sunday, January 8, 2023 at the Princeton Public Library. The New York Times bestselling author will discuss The Winners, the recently released third installment to his “Beartown” trilogy and other works at the Book Brunch event where he will be joined in conversation by author Amy Jo Burns. The event begins at 11:00am.
Seating is limited for the event where Backman will also sign copies of his books. Doors open at 10:00am for coffee and pastries. Tickets are $35 and include a choice of one of four hardcover books. Proceeds benefit the library.
In addition to the in-person event, the talk will be livestreamed on YouTube. Those who register will receive a link prior to the event.
A movie adaptation of Backman’s 2012 debut novel, A Man Called Ove, is scheduled for limited release this month. Featuring Tom Hanks in the title role, A Man Called Otto, will be widely released in January.
Backman is also the author of the novel Anxious People, scheduled to be discussed January 18 at the library and virtually as part of the Mayors Wellness Book Discussion series. His other works include My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry, Britt-Marie Was Here, Us Against You and other titles.
Amy Jo Burns is the author of the memoir Cinderland and the novel Shiner.
Princeton Public Library is located at 65 Witherspoon Street in Princeton, New Jersey.
