Dressing the Saints: An Evening with Aracelis González Asendorf | Tombolo Books
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Join Tombolo Books in St. Petersburg for an evening dedicated to Aracelis González Asendorf's latest story collection, Dressing the Saints. As part of the Black Lawrence Immigrant Writing Series, Dressing the Saints delves into the lives of Cuban Americans, taking readers on a journey through Cuba and Florida over the span of decades. These stories explore themes of struggle, melancholy, and hope as characters navigate their pasts and forge new lives. Aracelis González Asendorf, a local author, will be in conversation with Lorraine Monteagut, author of Brujas. The event will be a celebration of storytelling, agency, and understanding amidst loss. The characters in Dressing the Saints will capture your heart as they navigate their connections with tenderness, awkwardness, and a hint of pride. This gorgeous, lyrical debut is a testament to home, endurance, and the search for meaning. Aracelis González Asendorf's work has been featured in various publications, including TriQuarterly, Brevity Magazine, and Puerto del Sol. Lorraine Monteagut, a Cuban-Colombian writer, is inspired by her ancestral healing traditions and incorporates them into her work. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with two talented authors and their captivating stories. Dressing the Saints: An Evening with Aracelis González Asendorf will take place at Tombolo Books on February 6, 2024. Admission is free.