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Join LA County Librarian Dr. Skye Patrick in conversation with best-selling author Nic Stone as they discuss her journey as a writer, navigating book challenges, and what it means to write for young people in today's world. You won't want to miss it!
Manhattan Beach Library is thrilled to welcome author Nic Stone as their Fall 2025 guest for the Manhattan Beach Library Speaker Series!
Best known for her New York Times bestselling debut Dear Martin, Nic Stone has captivated readers across the globe with her raw, honest explorations of identity, race, justice, and what it means to be seen. Her books-- including Dear Justyce, Odd One Out, Jackpot, and How to Be A (Young) Antiracist, written with Ibram X. Kendi-- have earned her a place among the most vital and courageous voices in contemporary YA fiction.
Whether you're a longtime fan or new to her work, this is a rare opportunity to engage with one of today’s most fearless and thought-provoking writers.
A book signing and reception will follow, with book sales provided by {pages}: a bookstore. This event will take place outside at the Manhattan Beach Library.
Nic Stone was born and raised in a suburb of Atlanta, GA, and the only thing she loves more than an adventure is a good story about one. After graduating from Spelman College, she worked extensively in teen mentoring and lived in Israel for a few years before returning to the US to write full-time. Growing up with a wide range of cultures, religions, and backgrounds, Stone strives to bring these diverse voices and stories to her work.
AGE GROUP: | Teens | Older Adults | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Lectures & Conversations | History, Society, & Culture | Education & Literacy | Books, Poetry, & Writing |
Manhattan Beach Library was started as a subscription library in 1910 by the Neptunian Women's Club of Manhattan Beach.
The library became part of LA County Library in January 1915, making it one of the oldest continuing libraries in the county system. The library moved into a separate building in 1957 and to its current location in 1975. In 2013, construction began on a new more modern building that would meet the needs of the 35,000 residents in the 3.87 square mile community.
On May 1, 2015 the new 21,500 square foot building designed by architectural firm Johnson Favaro opened. It features a two-story modern design with panoramic ocean views, an interactive children's exhibit, fireplace, automated materials handling system, and self-check machines
