VERA, OR FAITH with Gary Shteyngart (In-Person)

About the Show

Part of our Voices of Today Series

“The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter—it’s the difference between the lightning bug and the lightning.” -Mark Twain

Bestselling author and humorist Gary Shteyngart returns for a lively exploration of his latest book: Vera, or Faith, a sharp-eyed, deeply moving novel that follows ten-year-old Vera’s clear, tender, and hilarious observations as her mixed-heritage family frays under the pressures of a rapidly unraveling America. Hear Shteyngart discuss Vera’s unforgettable narrative voice, the novel’s blend of biting satire and heartfelt tenderness, and his creative process in imagining a fractured yet hopeful future—and discover why Vera, or Faith is already one of 2025’s most anticipated and unforgettable reads.

Books are available for purchase on-site and online, and the author will sign copies following the discussion.

The Voices of Today Series invites some of the most celebrated and diverse voices in contemporary literature to engage with our audience.