June 9

Becky Albertalli is the #1 NYTimes bestselling author of William C. Morris Award winner and National Book Award longlist title “Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda” (now a major motion picture, Love, Simon). Her book, “Imogen, Obviously” was a Stonewall Honor Book. On tour for her newest book “Amelia if Only,” she will be joined in conversation with three amazing authors — Lakita Wilson, Charlene Thomas, and Venessa Vida Kelley. In 2020, Albertalli came out as bi. Her experience writing “Leah on the Offbeat,” a novel featuring a romance between two women, made her rethink some of her childhood crushes. Her award winning books portray all types of romantic relationships for young adult readers. The panel discussion will be followed by a book signing.