Books written by authors with ties to Indianapolis
Did you know Indy Reads also gives literacy classes? | Photo by INDYtoday team
What’s better than a good book? A good book written by your neighbor. Get ready to meet your next read, because we’re talking about book written by authors with ties to Indianapolis.
Fiction
“Cat’s Cradle” by Kurt Vonnegut | Release date: 1963 | You might have read this dark sci-fi novel that satirizes technology, religion, and science in school.
“All Good People Here” by Ashley Flowers | Release date: 2022 | This debut thriller novel is written by the host of the wildly popular true crime podcast “Crime Junkie.”
“The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green | Release date: 2012 | The novel-turned-movie is a coming-of-age romance that features “Funky Bones.”
Part of a series
“The Magnificent Ambersons” by Booth Tarkington | Release date: 1918 | This story revolves around a fictionalized version of Woodruff Place and the declining fortunes of three generations of the aristocratic Ambersons.
“Princess Diaries” by Meg Cabot | Release date: 2000 | This former IU Hoosier’s series was made popular by its film adaptation starring Anne Hathaway.
Personal stories
“Somebody’s Daughter” by Ashley C. Ford | Release date: 2021 | Explore the complicated relationship between Ashley and her mother in this New York Times bestseller set in Fort Wayne.
“Transangelicism” by Jody Galadriel Friend | Release date: 2024 | The frontwoman of local band Public Universal Friend brings you the story of her transformation from Southern evangelist to trans punk musician.
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Friday, Oct. 11
Fall/Winter Menu Launch | Friday, Oct. 11 | 2-11 p.m. | Hotel Tango Distillery | Cost of purchase | Visit the Fletcher Place Tasting Room to celebrate the launch of its fall menu featuring spirits like Pumpkin Somethin’ and hot cider.
Saturday, Oct. 12
Experience the Farm | Saturday, Oct. 12-Sunday, Oct. 27 | Times vary | Kelsay Farms, Whiteland | $12 | Celebrate the season with hayrides, pumpkins, a corn maze, outdoor games, Straw Bale Mountain, Corn Crib play area, and delicious snacks.
Sunday, Oct. 13
Kinky Boots | Friday, Oct. 11-Saturday, Oct. 19 | Times vary | The Center for the Performing Arts | $55 | Put on your sturdiest stilettos for this big-hearted musical extravaganza.
Spanish Conversation Circles | Sunday, Oct. 13 | 4-5 p.m. | Indy Reads | Free | Volunteers + students will facilitate fun, easy conversation so you can practice your Spanish language skills.
Monday, Oct. 14
Indiana Pacers vs. Memphis Grizzlies | Monday, Oct. 14 | 7 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse | $5+ | Get hyped up for basketball season and cheer on the Blue and Gold at the first preseason home game.
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🍜 Yes, chef
The World Food Championships kick off in one month
Championship categories include desserts, barbecue, and noodles. | Photo courtesy of Thomas Garza Photography
Foodies, rejoice. The World Food Championships are coming to the Indiana State Fairgrounds Friday, Nov. 8-Tuesday, Nov. 12.
Attendees will get to watch 30 teams from around the world battle it out for culinary glory in 12 categories, including everything from bacon to rice to vegetarian food. The champions will go on to compete at The Final Table, an invitation-only event taking place in the spring, for their chance to take home the crown.
At this year’s event, you can expect:
Tasting samples from 30+ vendors
Live cooking demos by celebrity chefs
Food-related games like “Cake or Fake”
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