Arts & Entertainment
AUSTRALIAN-BASED CHILDREN'S AUTHOR CATHERINE JINKS MAKES A RARE STATE-SIDE APPEARANCE AT THE EVANSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Catherine Jinks, the author of young adult titles Evil Genius and The Reformed Vampire Support Group, among others, ventures into children’s middle grade fiction with her latest book, The Paradise Trap. Jinks will be discussing this new work and signing copies on Wednesday, June 27th at 2 PM at The Evanston Public Library, 1703 Orrington Avenue in Evanston, IL 60201. This event is recommended for ages 8 to adult. It is free and open to the public, but you must contact the Evanston Public Library. To register, call them at (847) 448-8610 or go to their website.
Publishers Weekly says of The Paradise Trap, “Jinks combines a plot filled with surreal twists and turns with a dash of Greek mythology in a novel that hits the mark on both the humor and horror fronts….Although several classic tropes appear, Jinks keeps her material fresh, weaving in old myths and the occasional bit of social commentary.” This new title will be great for Percy Jackson fans! For much more about the author and her work, check out www.catherinejinks.com.