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Eagleman on the brain
Sam Weller's Bookstore and the Salt Lake City Public Library present a reading by neuroscientist David Eagleman, whose latest book, Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain, highlights the connection between the brain and outcomes in life. In the book, he explores questions such as: "Why is it so difficult to keep a secret?", "Are some partners more likely to cheat?" and "Why do strippers make more money at certain times of the month?"
When • Monday, June 20, 7 p.m.
Where • Nancy Tessman Auditorium, Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, Salt Lake City
Info • Free.
Ally Condie releases 'Crossed'
The Utah Humanities Council announces author Ally Condie, who will read from and sign copies of her best-selling book Crossed, part of her series, Matched.
When • Tuesday, June 21, 2 p.m.
Where • Orem Library, 58 N. State St., Orem
Info • Free.
Golden Braid's Psychic Fair
Golden Braid Books is holding a Psychic Fair for the Summer Solstice. Psychics include Krysta Brinkley, Ross Gigliotti, Larissa Jones, Cassie Marie, Adam Sagers, Nick Stark and Shawn Lerwill.
When • Tuesday, June 21, 6-9 p.m.
Where • Golden Braid Books, 151 S. 500 East, Salt Lake City
Info • $25 for a 20-minute reading. Call 801-322-1162 to make an appointment.
Ken Scholes to read
Sam Weller's Bookstore announces a reading and singing by Ken Scholes, author of Antiphon. The fantasy story follows Nebios, who is hunted by women warriors across the ruins and deserts of the world. Scholes is the winner of the Writers of the Future contest.
When • Friday, June 24, 7 p.m.
Where • Sam Weller's Bookstore, 254 S. Main St., Salt Lake City
Info • Free.
King's English readings
The King's English Bookshop will hold several reading and signing events.
When • Tuesday, June 21, 7 p.m.
What • Michael Feeney Callan will read from Robert Redford: The Biography.
When • Wednesday, June 22, 5 p.m.
What • Dean Hale will debut his picture book, Scapegoat: The Story of a Goat Named Oat and a Chewed-up Coat.
When • Saturday, June 25, 2 p.m.
What • Ally Carter will sign and discuss Uncommon Criminals, the second volume of her best-selling series, Heist.
Where • The King's English Bookshop, 1511 S. 1500 East, Salt Lake City
Info • Free.
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