Tamora Pierce is a legend in the world of young adult fantasy novels; among other works, she has published 18 novels set in the richly imagined realm of Tortall. And Pierce is especially known and honored as an author who creates strong female heroes. As Molly Booth recently wrote on pop culture site The Mary Sue: “Tamora Pierce’s feminist fantasy shoots love and empowerment straight into the hearts and minds of her readers.” Pierce’s newest book is a companion to the Tortall series, with key fictional documents, illustrations, a timeline of all the events in the Tortall realm, and more. It’s titled Tortall: a Spy’s Guide, and was co-authored with three other writers, including Julie Holderman. In concert with the new book, Pierce and Holderman are coming to town to speak at Parnassus Books as part of the Salon@615 series. It’s a free event, but requires an advance ticket. (If you want to join the signing line, you must purchase a copy of Tortall: a Spy’s Guide from Parnassus.) Get more info at parnassusbooks.net. DANA KOPP FRANKLIN
Salon@615 feat. Tamora Pierce
