Author Talk: Lawrence Burney on Baltimore, Music & Memory

Schedule

Tue Oct 21 2025 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Main | Detroit Public Library | Detroit, MI

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Lawrence will be discussing his debut book "No Sense In Wishing", a collection of essays focused on culture, music, family and memory.
About this Event

The Author Series Committee at the Detroit Public Library is honored to welcome Lawrence Burney to talk about his acclaimed debut book, No Sense In Wishing (2025, Atria Books). There are moments throughout our lives when we discover an artist, an album, a film, or a cultural artifact that leaves a lasting impression, helping inform how we understand the world, and ourselves, moving forward. Taking us on a journey from the streets of Baltimore to the concert halls of Lagos, No Sense in Wishing is a kaleidoscopic exploration of Burney’s search for self. With its gutsy and uncompromising criticism alongside intimate personal storytelling, it’s like an album that hits all the right notes, from a promising writer on the rise.

This is NOT a ticketed event. Seats will be available on a first-come, first-term basis. Make sure to register on Eventbrite in order to receive important updates about the event. Copies of No Sense In Wishing will be available for purchase!

About Lawrence: Lawrence Burney is a writer, critic, and the founder of True Laurels, an independent magazine covering Baltimore's music and culture scene. His work has appeared in publications such as New York magazine, GQ, and Pitchfork. He has also worked at The Fader, VICE, and The Baltimore Banner. No Sense in Wishing is his first book. Follow him on Instagram and X @TrueLaurels.

Questions? Email [email protected]!

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