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Book in Common is a campus-friendly shared-reading program that blends a widely read book with public talks, discussions, and book signings. This performer page highlights two prominent authors who have participated in the program: Emily St. John Mandel and Héctor Tobar. Read on for bios, notable works, and upcoming appearances where you can engage with these distinguished writers near you. We make it easy to secure your seats with straightforward ticketing and clear event details.

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From Station Eleven to Sea of Tranquility, Emily St. John Mandel has crafted award-winning fiction that resonates with readers and critics alike. Héctor Tobar, a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and novelist, brings powerful storytelling and insightful perspectives on identity and culture. Follow their official channels for updates, schedules, and exclusive content.

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  • Book-in-Common is a campus shared-reading program that combines a common book with public talks and events (often including book signings).
  • 2025 events include Emily St. John Mandel speaking at Collin College on March 25 (McKinney) and March 26 (Frisco) 7:00 PM and 10:00 AM, respectively, with book signings afterward (free to attendees for student events).
  • 2025 events include Héctor Tobar speaking at Chico State on April 10, 2025 (7:30 PM, Laxson Auditorium; ticketed $27, free for students).
  • A related Chico State Book-in-Common event on March 27, 2025 covered the theme of Hispanic/Latinx identities in a discussion panel at Arts 150 (Recital Hall).
  • Héctor Tobar is a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and novelist; his work Our Migrant Souls won the Kirkus Prize (2023–24).
  • Emily St. John Mandel is the author of Station Eleven and Sea of Tranquility; Station Eleven was adapted into an HBO limited series and Mandel has a sizeable body of acclaimed fiction.

From Station Eleven to Sea of Tranquility, Emily St. John Mandel has crafted award-winning fiction that resonates with readers and critics alike. Héctor Tobar, a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and novelist, brings powerful storytelling and insightful perspectives on identity and culture. Follow their official channels for updates, schedules, and exclusive content.

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