Sunday, September 13, 2026, 2 p.m. (This event has concluded. Explore our upcoming programs and events.)
Goucher College, Towson
Thank you for joining us for an unforgettable afternoon with Jesmyn Ward one of America’s most acclaimed literary voices. A two-time National Book Award winner and celebrated author of Salvage the Bones; Sing, Unburied, Sing; and Let Us Descend, Ward’s powerful storytelling explores family, identity, resilience and the human experience with extraordinary depth and grace.
This program was presented by Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library with generous support from Goucher College, Bonnie Clarke, Point Breeze Credit Union, APG Federal Credit Union and Smith Gildea & Schmidt.
Read More About Jesmyn Ward
Whether you’re discovering her work for the first time or are already a longtime fan, there’s no better way to prepare for this special event than by diving into her remarkable body of work. Explore our recommended reading list of Ward’s acclaimed novels, memoirs and essays, then learn more about her voice, inspiration and creative process through a curated collection of interviews, articles and conversations. We hope these resources deepen your appreciation of one of today’s most celebrated authors.
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