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Join us for a release event with singer-songwriter Jesse Malin, discussing his new memoir ALMOST GROWN.

This event will be hosted in the Strand Book Store’s 3rd floor Rare Book Room at 828 Broadway on 12th Street.

Can’t make the event? Purchase a signed copy of Almost Grown here.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Strand Book Store is an ADA compliant venue. The event space is accessible via elevator.

ASL interpretation is available for this event by request only. Please reach out to our events team at events@strandbooks.com by Mar. 25 to request.

Please ask a Strand employee upon arrival for directions to accessible seating if preferred.

For further information on accessibility in this space, or to make a request, please contact events@strandbooks.com

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A literary memoir and coming-of-age story exploring native New Yorker Jesse Malin’s boundless creativity and triumph over daunting challenges, both physical and emotional.

“New York City is the center of the universe, and there is no New York City without Jesse Malin.” —Billie Joe Armstrong, Green Day

JESSE MALIN IS A “GRITTY TROUBADOUR OF THE STREETS” (Rolling Stone) and “fearless storyteller” (Uncut) who tours internationally, and collaborates with artists like Bruce Springsteen, Green Day, Bob Weir from the Grateful Dead, and Lucinda Williams. Malin went from playing CBGB at age thirteen to Madison Square Garden in his twenties. His first solo album, The Fine Art of Self Destruction, which was hailed as “a masterpiece rising from the pain of a difficult youth” (Classic Rock), launched his long and successful solo career.

Almost Grown is a raw, honest, and often funny account of how a hyperactive kid from Queens made his dreams come true—and the hustlers, sweethearts, misfits, and lifelong friends he met along the way. With Malin as its streetwise narrator, the book has more in common with The Basketball Diaries or Just Kids than with the standard rock biography. Although music is at the core of Malin’s soul, the memoir welcomes the reader into the tumultuous inner world of a boy from a broken home determined to create a life he could love.

In 2023, Malin was struck with a rare spinal stroke that paralyzed him from the waist down. The lifelong runner and vegetarian went public with this news—and his fierce resolve to walk again—in an interview with Rolling Stone. The story was picked up by the New York Times, People, CNN, Variety, the Los Angeles Times, and other outlets worldwide. The massive outpouring of love and support culminated in the release of Silver Patron Saints: The Songs of Jesse Malin—twenty-eight artists, from Jack Antonoff to Bruce Springsteen, covering his songs to raise money for his recovery. On December 1 and 2, 2024, Malin gave his first public performances since his stroke, taking the stage for two sold-out concerts hosted by actors Michael Imperioli and Mary-Louise Parker at New York’s Beacon Theatre. Malin’s sold-out theatrical production, Silver Manhattan: A Musical Memoir of Survival, is debuting at the Gramercy Theatre in New York in September 2025.

Jesse Malin is a singer-songwriter signed to Steven Van Zandt’s Wicked Cool Records. Malin’s critically acclaimed 2003 debut, The Fine Art of Self-Destruction, drew the attention of Bruce Springsteen, who invited Malin to perform songs from the album backed by Springsteen’s band at charity concerts. In the following years, Malin has released a string of well-received solo albums. Grammy winner Lucinda Williams produced his award-winning eighth studio album, Sunset Kids, which features guest appearances from Williams and Green Day singer Billie Joe Armstrong. In 2024, Malin released a live album and a full-length film, Chasing the Light, directed by David Stekert and Xander Strohm. He has also published articles in Rolling Stone, the Village Voice, and other magazines.

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A modern legal conference, bringing together the top experts and attorneys in brand protection, IP, and licensing. New York CLE pending.

Dive into the future of intellectual property, brand protection, and licensing at ESCAPADES 2026—an innovative and cutting-edge legal conference for the digital age, hosted by ESCA Legal.

The legal issues facing modern brands are evolving at an unprecedented pace in today’s digital landscape. As a result, legal and business teams must rapidly adapt and learn how to protect their clients and brands. ESCAPADES brings top attorneys and brand protection experts together to discuss modern solutions and strategies to navigate this ever-changing field.

Last year, over 100 attendees gathered to hear about the latest in brand protection from industry leaders at global brands such as Celsius Energy, Barstool Sports, and J.P Morgan. This year’s ESCAPADES promises to be even more insightful, with an incredible lineup of experts that you won’t want to miss, including speakers from David Yurman, Warner Music Group, Louis Vuitton, SiriusXM, Estée Lauder, and more!

What to expect:

🎤 Expert-led panels featuring top IP attorneys and thought leaders
🔍 In-depth discussions on knock-offs, counterfeits, scams, and the rise of dupe culture
🛡️Practical strategies for protecting brands in the fast-paced world of e-commerce, social media, and online influencers
🤝 Networking with the brightest minds in IP, brand protection, licensing, and marketing

Join us in Manhattan on April 10 to learn from leading experts, collaborate with in-house counsel, and develop contemporary protection strategies that meet the needs of the modern brand.

Application for New York State CLE accreditation is pending.

EXPLORE THE VENUE! @Ease1345 is a contemporary conference space that leverages technology to curate seamless events. Home to New York City’s largest indoor terrarium, @Ease1345 emphasizes wellness by bringing nature inside, giving professionals a peaceful break from their busy schedules.

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The #1 Party For all Aries in NYC

DJ Sosa | Gfl_Billy | Cassiuss.clay_ @champagnefrenchyy presents

A steppers playground

AMADEUS

Aries Affair

Saturday April 11th

AMADEUS

79-51 Albion Ave

Elmhurst, NY 11373

10pm – 4am

Ladies free till 12 w/ RSVP

Tickets start at $20

https://aspgtouramadeus.eventbrite.com/

For more info contact

@OfficialDjsosa @gfl_billy @cassiuss.clay_ @champagnefrenchyy

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B&N Union Square in New York City welcomes Evelyn Clarke to discuss THE ENDING WRITES ITSELF on Tuesday, April 14th at 6PM.

Join Barnes & Noble – Union Square in New York City on Tuesday, April 14th at 6PM as we welcome #1 New York Times bestselling author V.E Schwab and screenwriter and author Cat Clarke, under the pseudonym Evelyn Clarke, to discuss their book THE ENDING WRITES ITSELF on a live B&N Poured Over podcast taping! After the death of mystery author Arthur Fletch, six unknown writers are recruited to finish the author’s final novel. But the group quickly becomes entangled in a twisted game in this clever locked-room mystery.

Evelyn Clarke will be in conversation with Poured Over Cohost, Jenna Seery.

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To make this event safe and enjoyable for all attendees, please read the below guidelines ahead of buying a ticket, so you know what to expect on the day. To avoid disappointment, we must stress that there will be no access to the event for non-ticketholders.

Barnes & Noble reserves the right to make new rules and orders in its sole discretion with regard to COVID-19 at any time and any person not abiding by the Barnes & Noble directives will be refused entrance or directed to leave the premises.

TICKETING INFORMATION
Book Admission – $32.71 (Admission + one pre-signed copy of THE ENDING WRITES ITSELF + 5-cent bag fee): **LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE**: A ticket PER PERSON includes:

One pre-signed copy of THE ENDING WRITES ITSELF.
Admission to the event space with Evelyn Clarke (V.E Schwab & Cat Clarke).

NO ADMITTANCE, Shipped Book ONLY – $40.27 (one signed copy of THE ENDING WRITES ITSELF + Shipping): **LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE**: A ticket PER PERSON INCLUDES:

One signed copy of THE ENDING WRITES ITSELF shipped to you.
This ticket is only for those who would like a signed copy of THE ENDING WRITES ITSELF shipped to them. This ticket DOES NOT gain admittance to the in-person event at B&N Union Square
**This ticket option is not available for P.O. Boxes, Puerto Rico addresses, and international addresses. Any non US orders, Puerto Rico or P.O. Box mailing addresses will be cancelled and refunded.**

This is a discussion event only. There will be no signing/photo line.

There will be no posed photos. Photos are allowed from your seat during the discussion.

There will be no signing line. Evelyn Clarke will not sign any books, memorabilia or personal items.

Please arrive by 6PM in order to secure your seat in the event space. Late arrivals may only have access to standing room.

GUIDELINES
No memorabilia will be signed at this event.

No large bags will be permitted into the event.

Ticket holders will be admitted into the event beginning at 5:30PM the day of the event. Please have a copy of your ticket available (either printed out or on your phone) for check in.

Due to health and safety and space limitations, those without a ticket will not be permitted into the event space.

Please note that Eventbrite is the only authorized dealer for this event. Each person must have a ticket to enter.

All event guidelines are subject to change.

If you have any additional questions, please call the store directly at: 212-253-0810.

REFUNDS
Attendees can receive refunds up to 24 hours before your event start time.

If you are unable to attend the event, Barnes & Noble – Union Square in New York City will hold your book for seven days after the event. Please contact the store to arrange your pickup.

Should this event be canceled, all customers will be refunded their ticket price to the original method of payment per Eventbrite’s refund policy.

Event guidelines are subject to change.

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ABOUT THE ENDING WRITES ITSELF:
Six authors.

One private island.

Seventy-two hours to write the ending that will change their lives.

“Smart, original and completely addictive. . . . The Ending Writes Itself is both a great locked-room thriller and a brilliant satire on the publishing industry. An absolute must-read.”—Karin Slaughter

Arthur Fletch, one of the world’s bestselling novelists, is a reclusive genius known for his iconic protagonists and fiendish twists. When six struggling authors are invited to spend a weekend on his private Scottish island, they arrive to discover a shocking secret: Arthur Fletch is dead . . . and his last book is unfinished.

Desperate to publish the novel, Fletch’s agent and editor have summoned these writers in the hope that one of them will imagine a worthy ending for this final book. To sweeten the deal, they are offering an irresistible prize: in addition to ghost-writing the last chapter––for a mind-boggling sum––they will also help the lucky writer successfully re-launch their own career, guaranteeing future bestsellers. The catch: the writers have just seventy-two hours to finish Fletch’s magnum opus.

Starting is often the hardest part. But getting to the end could be murder.

ABOUT Evelyn Clarke:

Evelyn Clarke is a pen name for two writers, both of whom have been published for more than a decade. One is a New York Times bestseller many times over. The other . . . isn’t. Speculation is mounting and multiple theories are circulating on social media about the identity of the authors.