Bestselling author Ruta Sepetys to speak in Mattapoisett

MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Free Public Library will welcome internationally bestselling author Ruta Sepetys for a special keynote event on Thursday, June 11 at 6 p.m. at the historic Mattapoisett Congregational Church.

Sepetys, acclaimed author of “Salt to the Sea” and other internationally recognized works of historical fiction, will speak about her writing, research process and her highly anticipated new novel, “A Fortune of Sand”.

The event is part of the library’s Purrington Author Series, made possible through the support of the Mattapoisett Free Public Library Trust.

To celebrate the occasion, the first 100 registered attendees will receive a free copy of “A Fortune of Sand”. 

Registration is not required to attend the event, but is required to be eligible for a free book. 

Books will be distributed at the event while supplies last, and attendees must be present to receive a copy.

The program is free and open to all. Seating is first come, first served. 

For more information visit mattapoisettlibrary.org and to register visit mattapoisett-ma.whofi.com/calendar/event/413578?method=embed.