Book Launch & Conversation with Julie Hensley & Jay McCoy

Schedule

Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning | Lexington, KY

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Please join Julie Hensley and Jay McCoy as we launch our latest books from Broadstone Books. Julie will read from her new novel in verse, BENT CEDAR MOUNTAIN, and Jay from his new poetry collection, WINGS CRAFTED FROM PROPELLER BLADES. Following the readings, they will talk about the books, their writing, and take questions from the audience. Books will be available for sale and signing.
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Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning, 251 W 2nd St, Lexington, KY 40507-1135, United States

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