Georgetown, TX: The Hill Country Authors Series continues in May with the critically acclaimed Austin author, Elizabeth Crook, discussing her latest novel, The Madstone. Set
in the Texas Hill Country of 1868, The Madstone is the riveting story of a pregnant young mother, her child, and the frontier tradesman who helps them flee across Texas from outlaws bent on revenge. Lauded by critics, the book has appeared on many prominent book lists and has been named one of Texas Observer’s must-read Lone Star books.
A native Texan, Crook graduated from Rice University. She received the prestigious Texas Writers Award from the Texas Book Festival last fall. She has written 6 novels, including The Raven’s Bride and Monday Monday, and The Which Way Tree, which is currently in film development. She co-wrote the screenplay with fellow Austin author Stephen Harrigan.
Crook will give a 20-30 minute presentation, followed by a 15-20 minute question-and-answer session. Refreshments, provided by Sweet Lemon Kitchen, are included in the admission price. Lark and Owl Booksellers will be on hand to sell copies of The Madstone, which the author will be happy to sign.
Sponsored and run by the Friends of the Georgetown Public Library, HCAS takes place Thursday, May 23 at 2 p.m upstairs in the Friends and Hewlett Rooms of the Georgetown Public Library. Admission is $17 each, and seats will be for sale April 30-May 21 on the Friends of the Library website folgeorgetown.org. Day of admission seats will be offered for $20 on a space available basis.
The Friends of the Georgetown Public Library advocates for, raises funds for, and provides critical support to the public library in Georgetown, TX. For more information, contact Karen Harrison, HCAS Co-Chair, at hkaren515@gmail.com, 737-240-0836.
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