Word Up and Dominican Writers Association celebrate the launch of Cleyvis Natera's The Grand Paloma Resort , about a lush paradise in the Dominican Republic where guests enjoy incredible luxury, and the staff is always eager to please—that is, until they are pushed to the brink.
Join us for a special reading and performance with children’s author Dora Owusu.
Learn about the impact of an increasingly noisy world on communities, health and overall wellbeing with the author of the new book “Clamor.”
Noted author Julie Salamon will discuss her forthcoming book, The Ghosts of Tenth Avenue (The Penguin Press, 2026.)
Word Up welcomes award-winning New York City educator Dr. Jared Fox to discuss Learning Environment: Inspirational Actions, Approaches, and Stories from the Science Classroom, an actionable roadmap for educators interested in making the world a classroom, even in the city.
Join Word Up Community Bookshop in celebrating the magic of children’s literature and the back-to-school season at the premier Uptown children’s book festival.
