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05/29/2026

Early bird tickets are on sale now!

Can we just take a moment to appreciate this stunning cover? 🌺✨

Not only is the cover of Marjan Kamali's The Lion Women of Tehran absolutely beautiful, but the story inside is an unforgettable, deeply moving exploration of friendship, courage, and resilience.

We are counting down the days until Monday, September 14, when the Book and Author Society welcomes New York Times bestselling author Marjan Kamali to Southeast Michigan! She will be sitting down in conversation with Cathy Russ (Executive Director of the West Bloomfield Township Public Library) to discuss this incredible novel, followed by an audience Q&A and book signing.

If this gorgeous book isn't on your radar yet, now is the perfect time to grab a copy and secure your spot for the event!

🎟️ Early Bird Tickets are ON SALE NOW for $30 through August 17.
📍 Where: Vistatech Center at Schoolcraft College, Livonia
🔗 Get yours today at: bookandauthor.org

Presented in partnership with The Library Network and hoopla.

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The Library Network’s Book & Author Society welcomes Bestselling Author Marjan Kamali This September. Event registration is now open!

Big News: New York Times Bestselling Author Marjan Kamali is Coming to Southeast Michigan! 📚✨

​The Book and Author Society is thrilled to announce an upcoming evening with the celebrated novelist Marjan Kamali. Known for her internationally acclaimed works like The Stationery Shop and Together Tea, Marjan will join us to discuss her latest book, The Lion Women of Tehran.

​The evening will feature an insightful conversation between Marjan and Cathy Russ, Executive Director of the West Bloomfield Township Public Library, followed by an audience Q&A and a book signing.

​Event Details

​Date: Monday, September 14, 2026

​Time: 6:30 PM

​Location: Vistatech Center at Schoolcraft College (18600 Haggerty Rd, Livonia, MI)

​Ticketing Information

​Mark your calendars—tickets officially go on sale Monday, May 11!

​Early Bird Tickets: $30 (Available May 11 – August 17)

​General Admission: $35 (After August 17)

​Proceeds from this event help cover costs and raise vital funds for grant programs offered to Michigan libraries.

​🎟️ Get your tickets starting May 11 at: bookandauthor.org

​Books will be available for purchase at the event, or you can find them now at bookshop.org/lists/marjan-kamali.

​Presented in partnership with The Library Network and hoopla.

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