Books & Books, Gramercy Books & Quail Ridge Books joins forces to present…

Nobel laureate KAZUO ISHIGURO

In conversation with award-winning and bestseller author, NEIL GAIMAN

to celebrate the publication of Ishiguro’s magnificent new novel,

Klara and the Sun 

(Knopf, $28)

Saturday, March 6, 2021, 6:00 PM EST

PURCHASE TICKET + BOOK HERE

About the Book:

Klara and the Sun, the first novel by Kazuo Ishiguro since he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, tells the story of Klara, an Artificial Friend with outstanding observational qualities, who, from her place in the store, watches carefully the behavior of those who come in to browse, and of those who pass on the street outside. She remains hopeful that a customer will soon choose her.

Klara and the Sun is a thrilling book that offers a look at our changing world through the eyes of an unforgettable narrator, and one that explores the fundamental question: what does it mean to love?

In its award citation in 2017, the Nobel committee described Ishiguro’s books as “novels of great emotional force” and said he has “uncovered the abyss beneath our illusory sense of connection with the world.”

About the Author:

KAZUO ISHIGURO was born in Nagasaki, Japan, in 1954 and moved to Britain at the age of five. His eight previous works of fiction have earned him many honors around the world, including the Nobel Prize in Literature and the Booker Prize. His work has been translated into over fifty languages, and The Remains of the Day and Never Let Me Go, both made into acclaimed films, have each sold more than 2 million copies. He was given a knighthood in 2018 for Services to Literature. He also holds the decorations of Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres from France and the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star from Japan.

About the Moderator:

NEIL GAIMAN is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of books for children and adults whose award-winning titles include Norse Mythology, American Gods, The Graveyard Book, Good Omens (with Terry Pratchett), Coraline, and The Sandman graphic novels. Neil Gaiman is a Goodwill Ambassador for UNHCR and Professor in the Arts at Bard College.

Ticket Options/Guidelines:

• GENERAL ADMISSION (Includes signed bookplate + shipping)

The purchase of this ticket admits (1) one person into the virtual event and includes (1) one signed bookplate copy of Klara and the Sun (Knopf, $28) TO THE FIRST 250 PURCHASERS. Please note that a fee is included in the ticket price for U.S. domestic shipping of the book.

When completing your order, please make sure that you include your complete shipping address and phone number. The book will be shipped to you following the event.

Please note: Due to the pandemic the post office is being challenged by increased volume, staffing issues, and safety measures. We cannot guarantee the exact date of delivery but will do our best to make it as swift as possible.

Once you have registered on Eventbrite, you will receive an email from us approximately 24 hours before the event starts with a unique link for you to join the Zoom Webinar.

• GENERAL ADMISSION (Includes book + shipping)

The purchase of this ticket admits (1) one person into the virtual event and includes (1) one copy of Klara and the Sun (Knopf, $28). Please note that a fee is included in the ticket price for U.S. domestic shipping of the book.

When completing your order, please make sure that you include your complete shipping address and phone number. The book will be shipped to you following the event.

Please note: Due to the pandemic the post office is being challenged by increased volume, staffing issues, and safety measures. We cannot guarantee the exact date of delivery but will do our best to make it as swift as possible.

Once you have registered on Eventbrite, you will receive an email from us approximately 24 hours before the event starts with a unique link for you to join the Zoom Webinar.

Overseas?

• FOR INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: (Includes Book + Shipping)

The purchase of this ticket includes access to the virtual conversation on Saturday, March 6 at 6PM EST as well as one (1) copy of, Klara and the Sun ($28 USD + tax). Once you have registered on Eventbrite, you will receive an email from us approximately 24 hours before the event starts with a unique link for you to join the Zoom webinar.

**Please Note: This option includes a flat rate international shipping fee of $25 USD for all overseas orders. Due to the pandemic, delivery timelines will vary. Please be advised that we cannot guarantee when you will receive the book, and we thank you for your understanding.

If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected] or call (305) 786-554-1764. Thank you for joining us!