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Michael Lewis in conversation with David Shipley
Literary Arts is pleased to present #1 New York Times bestselling author and host of Apple’s #1 rated podcast Against the Rules, Michael Lewis, in conversation…
Theodor Adorno: Minima Moralia
When the nation and culture you grew up in and love have been taken over by a war-waging fascist dictatorship, how do you come to understand the nature and…
Claire Keegan: Small Things Like These and Foster
In rating Small Things Like These 41st on its list of the 100 Best Books of the 21st Century, the New York Times said: “Not a word is wasted in Keegan’s small,…
Claire Keegan: Small Things Like These and Foster (Tuesday nights)
In rating Small Things Like These 41st on its list of the 100 Best Books of the 21st Century, the New York Times said: “Not a word is wasted in Keegan’s small,…
Writing with Tarot
Ever try doing a tarot reading for one of your characters? Writing a poem inspired by the images on a tarot card? Tarot is both deeply symbolic and highly…
November Write-In: Ancestors
Come on down to the Literary Arts Bookstore & Cafe for our monthly write-in. This month’s theme is Ancestors! This month’s specialty drink is called Grandma’s…
The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope
This December, The Moth’s anticipated Mainstage season comes to Portland in partnership with Literary Arts. One foot in front of another… Join The Moth this…
December Write-In: Little Women
Come on down to the Literary Arts Bookstore & Cafe for our monthly write-in. This month’s theme is Little Women! This month’s specialty drink is called March’s…
Portland Arts & Lectures 2026–27: Isabel Wilkerson
Literary Arts is pleased to present Isabel Wilkerson as part of the 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series. Please note: a subscription to the entire 2026-27…
Portland Arts & Lectures 2026–27: Ben Rhodes
Literary Arts is pleased to present Ben Rhodes as part of the 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series. Please note: a subscription to the entire 2026-27…
Everybody Reads 2027: Louise Erdrich
Literary Arts is pleased to present New York Times bestselling author Louise Erdrich at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on March 18, 2027. Her appearance…
Portland Arts & Lectures 2026–27: Kiran Desai
Literary Arts is pleased to present Kiran Desai as the final speaker of the 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series. Please note: a subscription to the entire…