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Each year the Library hosts readings, lectures, and discussions by authors and other public figures. You may watch video recordings of recent programs on our YouTube channel. Our archive of audio recordings goes back more than 10 years and includes thousands of memorable Library events.

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    Virtual Thrilling Tales: An Evening of Victorian Ghost Stories for the Holidays

    Hello, and welcome to Thrilling Tales, Seattle Public Library's Story Time for Grownups, virtual edition. Thrilling Tales is a lunch hour short story program presented live at the downtown Library twice monthly. Since we can't gather now, we wanted to send some thrilling tales to wherever you are. Enjoy "An Evening of Victorian Ghost Stories for the Holidays". Recorded on December 13, 2021.

    icon  Listen to Audio (01:14:04) | View transcription (pdf)

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    Virtual It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, Meeting 385

    The Ballard Branch welcomes the 385th meeting of the It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, featuring author readings and open mics. Recorded on Dec. 9, 2021.

    icon  Listen to Audio (01:00:14) | View transcription (pdf)

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    It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, Meeting 384

    The Ballard Branch welcomes the 384th meeting of the It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, featuring author readings and open mics. Recorded on November 11.

    icon  Listen to Audio (00:55:21) | View transcription (pdf)

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    Virtual Thrilling Tales: Luella Miller by Mary Wilkins Freeman

    Hello, and welcome to Thrilling Tales, Seattle Public Library's Story Time for Grownups, virtual edition. Thrilling Tales is a lunch hour short story program presented live at the downtown Library twice monthly. Since we can't gather now, we wanted to send some thrilling tales to wherever you are. Enjoy "Luella Miller" by Mary Wilkins Freeman. Recorded on November 8, 2021.

    icon  Listen to Audio (00:37:28) | View transcription (pdf)

  • Virtual It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, Meeting 383

    The Ballard Branch welcomes the 383rd meeting of the It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, featuring author readings and open mics. Recorded on October 14.

    icon  Listen to Audio (00:57:50) | View transcription (pdf)

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    Virtual It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, Meeting 382

    The Ballard Branch welcomes the 382nd meeting of the It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, featuring author readings and open mics. Recorded on September 9.

    icon  Listen to Audio (00:57:51) | View transcription (pdf)

  • Exploring Black Brilliance And Black Joy Through Storytelling And Writing: New Experiences/Memories

    Listen to stories and explore fun writing prompts that can help you explore, create and share your own stories.

    icon  Listen to Audio (01:53:23) | View transcription (pdf)

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    Virtual It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, Meeting 381

    The Ballard Branch welcomes the 381st meeting of the It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, featuring author readings and open mics. Recorded on August 12.

    icon  Listen to Audio (01:06:16) | View transcription (pdf)

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    Exploring Black Brilliance And Black Joy Through Storytelling And Writing: Family & Friends

    Listen to stories and explore fun writing prompts that can help you explore, create and share your own stories.

    icon  Listen to Audio (01:08:58) | View transcription (pdf)

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    Exploring Black Brilliance And Black Joy Through Storytelling And Writing: Nature & The Outdoors

    Listen to stories and explore fun writing prompts that can help you explore, create and share your own stories.

    icon  Listen to Audio (01:04:05) | View transcription (pdf)

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