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The Center for Fiction Presents: August's First Novel Friday

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On the first Friday of the month, join as the Center for Fiction celebrates a selection of the best debut novels published today: Gingko Season, by Naomi Xu Elegant; Hot Girls with Balls, by Benedict Nguyễn; and Lonely Crowds, by Stephanie Wambugu. Torrey Peters, acclaimed author of Detransition, Baby, will moderate. The evening includes conversation, readings, book signings and signature cocktails at the cash bar.

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