In partnership with the McHenry County Libraries United- Let's Read Together community reading program, AAPLD is delighted to welcome best-selling authors Elizabeth Berg and Jane Hamilton, for a special evening at McHenry County College, Tuesday, May 12 at 7 p.m.
Both novelists are known for thought-provoking and memorable stories that feature complex characters, and center around themes of friendship, marriage, family relationships, and personal discovery.
Jane Hamilton is the author of eight novels, including The Book of Ruth, and A Map of The World, which were both Oprah's Book Club selections. A Map of the World was also adapted for a film starring Sigourney Weaver. Hamilton's latest novel, The Phoebe Variations, is a coming of age story set in the 1970s, and was published in September, 2025. It was selected as an Oprah Daily Best Book of Fall, an Indie Next Pick, and a Library Reads. She is a recipient of the Hemingway Foundation/PEN Award, among other recognitions.
Elizabeth Berg has published thirty-one books, including novels, novellas, non-fiction, short story and essay collections. Her best-known works include Open House (an Oprah's Book Club selection), Talk Before Sleep, and The Story of Arthur Truluv. Her latest novel, Life, A Love Story tells the story of a 92-year-old woman who creates a legacy through the objects she plans to leave to her dearest friend, while rediscovering the joys of life. It was published in March, 2026.
The event is free, and open to adults 18 and over. Register for the event today. The evening will also include book sales and signing, courtesy of Read Between The Lynes Book Store of Woodstock. McHenry County Libraries United is a partnership between Algonquin Area Public Library, Cary Area Public Library, Crystal Lake Public Library, Harvard-Diggins Library, Huntley Area Public Library, Johnsburg Library, Marengo-Union Library, McHenry Public Library, Nippersink Public Library, River East Library and Woodstock Public Library.