Author Neil Gaiman introduces “American Gods: The Tenth Anniversary Edition,” 6:30 pm June 23

New York Times bestselling author Neil Gaiman will discuss his book “American Gods: The Tenth Anniversary Edition” at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 23, in the ballroom.

As a fundraiser for the Club’s Eric Friedheim Library, this will be a ticketed event. Tickets may be purchased for $5 at http://www.press.org/neilgaiman.

Books may be purchased online at http://www.press.org/neilgaiman#tickets or at the event. The printed receipt will serve as a voucher. Vouchers may be redeemed immediately before the event at check-in. You must present your voucher at the time of pick up.

First published in 2001, “American Gods” became an instant classic and has been described as a synthesis of “mystery, satire, sex, horror, and poetic prose” (Michael Dirda, Washington Post Book World). The 10th Anniversary Edition is a commemorative volume that has been updated and expanded.

Gaiman, who began his writing career as a journalist, is the award-winning author of more than 10 novels, including “Coraline,” “The Graveyard Book,” “Neverwhere,” “Anansi Boys” and “Good Omens” (with Sir Terry Pratchett).

He is listed in the Dictionary of Literary Biography as one of the top 10 living post-modern writers. He has also worked in support of First Amendment rights and was awarded the Defender of Liberty Award in August 1997 by the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund for his efforts.

This event is cosponsored by the Club’s Book & Author and Young Members Committees. Proceeds benefit the Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library. Unsigned copies will also be for sale at the event. No outside books will be permitted.