Launch | Twenty-Four Seconds from Now... by Jason Reynolds
Join Books of Wonder, The New School, and
JASON REYNOLDS
for the Launch of
Twenty-Four Seconds from Now...!
Firsts are a big deal, especially for Neon and Aria. They're in love, and it all leads to one very big moment... if Neon can just get out of his own way. Join JASON REYNOLDS as he shares his new YA title, Twenty-Four Seconds from Now...!
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When:
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Wednesday, October 9, 2024
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Doors Open:
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5:30pm ET
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Event Begins:
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6:00pm ET
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Where:
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John L. Tishman Auditorium
63 Fifth Avenue (at 13th St) New York, NY |
ABOUT THE BOOK
#1 New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds tackles it — you know… it — from the guy’s perspective in this unfiltered and undeniably sweet stream of consciousness story of a teen boy about to experience a huge first.
Twenty-Four Seconds from Now...
by Jason Reynolds
Twenty-four months ago: Neon gets chased by a dog all around the church parking lot. A moment he would have loved to forget if it weren’t for the dog’s owner: Aria. Dressed in sweats, a t-shirt, hair in a ponytail. Way more than fine.
Twenty-four weeks ago: Neon’s dad insists on talking to him about tenderness and intimacy. Neon and Aria are definitely in love, and while they haven’t taken that next big step… yet, they’ve starting talking about… that.
Twenty-four days ago: Neon’s mom finds her — gulp — bra in his room. Hey! No judging! Those hook thingies are complicated! So he’d figured he’d better practice.
Twenty-four minutes ago: Neon leaves his shift at work, making sure to bring chicken tenders for Aria. They’re definitely not caviar, but they are her favorite.
And right this second? Neon is locked in Aria’s bathroom, completely freaking out because twenty-four seconds from now he and Aria are about to…about to… Well, they won’t do anything if he can’t get out of his own head (all the advice, insecurities, and what ifs) and out of this bathroom!
"Book + Entry" Ticket Includes:
- A signed/personalized copy of Twenty-Four Seconds from Now...
- Admission for the ticketholder.
"Book + Entry + 1 Companion" Ticket includes:
- A signed/personalized copy of Twenty-Four Seconds from Now...
- Admission for the ticketholder plus a companion ticket (for minors, or those requiring aid. If more than one companion ticket is needed, please contact us at customerservice@booksofwonder.com)
What if I'm a student or faculty member at The New School?:
- If you are a student or faculty member of The New School and have been given a code, please visit this link: https://event.newschool.edu/jasonreynoldsbooklaunch
- The New School students and faculty may purchase inscribed copies HERE!
What to Know:
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The cost of Twenty-Four Seconds from Now... gets you an inscribed copy of the book (first names only), and admission to the event.
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Books will be inscribed by Jason Reynolds prior to the event and presented at the event.
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Meet the Author – All who purchase a book will be able to join the line for a "Meet and Greet" photo opportunity with Jason Reynolds. Please have your phone ready before you get to the front of the line.
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Book Pick-Up – You will be able to pick up your pre-ordered inscribed copy of Twenty-Four Seconds from Now... after Jason Reynolds' presentation just before getting on the line for the "Meet and Greet"
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Other Jason Reynolds Titles – You can also add other Jason Reynolds titles to your cart if you'd like them to be available to pick up at the event. All other titles will be signed – but not inscribed. Choose event pickup at checkout. Shop Them Here!
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Can't Make It? You can still order your inscribed copy online here!
Check out the Kirkus Review for Twenty-Four Seconds From Now... and read about it in Cosmopolitan and Publishers Weekly!
This program is organized by Books of Wonder in collaboration with the Creative Writing Program and the Schools of Public Engagement at The New School.
For all Books of Wonder events, we expect all participants to maintain a family friendly atmosphere, inclusive of respect and fairness. Anyone who violates this standard of behavior, including engaging in any form of harassment, inappropriate language, or disruptive conduct, will, at our discretion, be immediately removed.