Hart library hosts author Erin Bartels

HART — The Hart Area Public Library is hosting Erin Bartels Tuesday, April 9, at 10 a.m. at the Hart Community Center as part of the Library of Michigan’s 2024 Michigan Notable Books Author Tour. This year, 13 authors whose engaging works were chosen as 2024 Michigan Notable Books will visit 50 sites throughout the state.

​Erin will be discussing her 2023 inspirational novel “Everything is Just Beginning” published by Revell. The book follows Michael Sullivan, a talented lyricist and a decent guitarist, who is down on his luck after getting kicked out of his band and his apartment. On December 31, 1989 when anything seems possible, Michael will cross paths with the heir to a fading musical dynasty, changing both their futures. “The Hart Library is thrilled to have been chosen to host such a talented author and speaker, and we have heard that she is bringing her guitar!” said Library Director Kathleen Rash.
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​The Michigan Notable Books program is designed to promote the reading of Michigan authors and stories by annually selecting 20 titles that best reflect the diverse ethnic, historical, literary, and cultural experiences in the state. “Michigan truly is a mosaic of inspiration for writers. Each MNB selection offers a unique touchpoint into the rich stories and beautiful landscape of our great state. Everyone will find something of interest that speaks to the voices and experiences of what it means to be a Michigander” said State Librarian Randy Riley.

​In addition to the Author Tour, the Library of Michigan Foundation is hosting the Night for Notables reception on Saturday, April 20, to honor the 2024 Michigan Notable Books authors. Stephen Mack Jones, the two-time Michigan Notable Books award winning author of August Snow and Dead of Winter will give a keynote, and attendees will get a chance to meet many of the 2024 Notable authors.

​The 2024 Michigan Notable Books program and Author Tour are made possible thanks to the generous support of the Library of Michigan, the Library of Michigan Foundation, and Michigan Humanities, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. For additional sponsors, visit the Library of Michigan Foundation’s website at www.LibraryofMichiganFoundation.org.

For information about Erin Bartels, visit https://erinbartels.com/.

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