Hannah Lillith Assadi

Tues, Mar 24 • 7:00 PM

City Lights Bookstore

About this event

Join us for an evening with Hannah Lillith Assadi as she reads from her new novel, 'Paradiso 17', published by Alfred A. Knopf. This event is brought to you by Litquake and City Lights, celebrating literature and community engagement. The story explores the life of Sufien, born in Palestine on the brink of 1948’s Nakba, detailing his journey through exile, love, and finding his path. Assadi, a National Book Foundation 5 Under 35 honoree, has been recognized for her compelling storytelling and connection to immigrant experiences.

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