Authors! with Andrew Welsh-Huggins

Andrew Welsh-Huggins joins Authors! to discuss his latest book, The Delivery. Join us as we dive into the inspiration behind his uniquely off-kilter protagonist and discuss how his background in legal-affairs reporting informs his gritty, highly realistic plots. This program features a 45 minute presentation followed by a brief audience Q&A. Each ticket includes a hardcover, first edition copy of The Delivery.

The Delivery follows freelance courier Mercury Carter, a former postal inspector who specializes in difficult packages. While on a routine mission to Providence, Carter happens upon a brutal car wreck and a woman in desperate need of help. What begins as a moment of roadside assistance quickly spirals into a deadly conspiracy involving human traffickers, crooked cops and a pair of grifters. As the mystery deepens, Carter must rely on his quick wit and sure aim to keep his latest assignment from becoming his last.

Andrew Welsh-Huggins is the Shamus and Barry Award nominated author of the Andy Hayes pprivate eye series and several true crime nonfiction works. A Kenyon College graduate and longtime legal-affairs reporter for the Associated Press, he brings a journalist's eye for detail and a fan's love of the classic noir to every page. His short stories have been featured in The Best Mystery Series of the Year for multiple years running, and he is the editor of the acclaimed anthology Columbus Noir. When he isn't crafting twisting plots of criminality, he's spending time at his home in Columbus Ohio where he's an active participant in the Midwest fiction scene.

Do tickets include a copy of the book? Yes, (1) ticket includes (1) copy of the featured book.

Can tickets be purchased by phone? No, tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite only.

What are my parking options at the event? The Library has a free underground parking garage. The garage entrance is located on Adams St.

What time do the doors open? General admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m.

Are there assigned seats? No. Seating is general admission. The purchase of a ticket guarantees seating.

Is handicapped seating available? Handicapped seating is available. For special seating arrangements, please call 419.214.4332 at least one week prior to the event.

Will an American Sign Language Interpreter be provided for the event? We are happy to provide an ASL Interpreter for the event - if you require this service, please contact us at 419.214.4332 at least two weeks before the event so arrangements can be made.

What can/can't I bring to the event? Please do not bring outside food/beverages. There is no video recording or flash photography allowed.

Will the author hold a book signing after the talk? Yes, the author will be available for a limited signing opportunity after the presentation.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes, tickets will be scanned at the door. Tickets can be scanned from your phone via your Eventbrite email receipt. Please have your device with the Eventbrite email open for scanning at entry. Screenshots cannot be scanned.

Can I get my book if I don’t attend the event? Books may only be obtained at the event. If you are unable to attend, you may give your ticket to someone else to pick it up at the event. Forward them your Eventbrite email receipt so they may collect the book.

What is the refund policy? Tickets will be refunded only if the event is canceled.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions? Call the Library at 419.259.5200.

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