An Evening with Kara Swisher Wednesday Mar 26 · 7:30pm Jewish Community Center of San Francisco
Co-presented with JCCSF
Just when we thought the era of “move fast and break things” might be over, the biggest tech billionaire of them all has moved lightning-quick to break “fix” the federal government. Who better to consult about the confusing entanglements of technology and power today than “bad-ass journalist and OG chronicler of Silicon Valley” (Booklist) Kara Swisher? In her memoir Burn Book: A Tech Love Story (an instant NYT bestseller called “incendiary” by the Associated Press), Swisher reflects on her own history of speaking truth to technocrats, and she sounds a dire warning about the intersecting threats of unchecked power and artificial intelligence. The newly released paperback edition of Burn Book also includes a brand-new chapter, with fresh insights gleaned after the 2024 presidential election. In conversation with her friend and fellow award-winning journalist Laura M. Holson, founder of The Box Sessions.$20 advance / $25 door
A major Kara-head? Check out the pre-show meet and greet ticket option below!
Exclusive Meet & Greet with Kara Swisher Wednesday Mar 26 · 5:30 - 6:30pm Laureate Bar & Lounge
Join Litquake supporters at an exclusive, intimate pre-show meet & greet with journalist and podcaster Kara Swisher. Attendees will enjoy beer, wine, and light snacks, and will receive a complimentary paperback copy of Burn Book as well as a ticket to the 7pm public event at JCCSF (just 250 feet away!). $300
How They Did It: Crime Fiction Sunday Mar 23 · 3:00pm Page Street Writers, Berkeley
Co-presented with LitCamp
Whether you fashion yourself more of a gardener, or a contractor, or something in between, all writers of fiction can take a page from successful authors of mysteries and thrillers. From creating compelling protagonists (and memorable villains) to establishing vivid settings to slyly manipulating the give-and-take of plot and pacing, the crime writer’s ability to skillfully wield the countless tools of their trade can be instructive to writers of all stripes.
In the latest “How They Did It” conversation co-presented by Litquake and LitCamp, we’ll hear from three masters of the craft, each of whom takes a slightly different approach to suspense, from historical mystery to locked room puzzle to detective fiction. Cara Black (Murder at La Villette), Gigi Pandian (The Library Game), and Ritu Mukerji (Murder by Degrees)will unpack their toolkits and take the mystery out of their process. Our moderator is Lee Kravetz, whose novel The Last Confessions of Sylvie P. contains many elements of suspense fiction. $25
Litquake seeks an enthusiastic and skilled Social Media Manager to enhance our digital presence and grow our online audience. This part-time role is crucial for promoting our public events and other programs. The Social Media Manager will work in conjunction with Litquake’s program staff to create a regular schedule of dynamic, engaging social media posts promoting both upcoming events and the organization as a whole.
Application Process See listing and submit an application, CV, and samples of IG content creation, account management, and ads management below!
We are accepting applications now, with a goal to fill the position mid March 2025. Any questions should be directed to info@litquake.org.
Free for All: The Public Library Saturday Feb 22 · 1:30pm Vogue Theatre $18 w code FFAPLWF25
Co-presented with Jewish Film Institute: Winterfest
One of the most valued yet endangered institutions, public libraries were founded on a visionary principle: to create a space where anyone can access a universe of information, free of charge. Director Dawn Logsdon travels across the United States, uncovering the stories of historic and modern-day figures who have shaped libraries into pillars of democracy. From the Lower East Side of New York to the Chinatowns of the American West, this inquisitive documentary examines how libraries have supported immigrant communities and how those communities, in turn, have shaped public libraries. Directors Dawn Logsdon and Lucie Faulknor expected to attend.
About Litquake Litquake seeks to foster interest in literature, perpetuate a sense of literary community, and provide a vibrant forum for Bay Area writing as a complement to the city's music, film, and cultural festivals. 2025 Dates: Oct. 9-25. www.litquake.org
Litquake is grateful for the support of the following funders who help make our programming possible. Institutional Giving: Alta: Journal of Alta California, Amazon Literary Partnership, Bernard Osher Foundation, California Arts Council, California Humanities, Craig Newmark Philanthropies, Center for the Art of Translation, Grants for the Arts, Government of Ireland Emigrant Support Programme, HarperOne, Hawthornden Foundation, Joseph and Vera Long Foundation, Margaret and William R. Hearst III Foundation, Mary A. Crocker Trust, Miner Anderson Family Foundation, National Endowment for the Arts, Rock Foundation, Norway House, Sam Mazza Foundation, San Francisco Grants for the Arts, Zellerbach Family Foundation; Individual Giving: Jared Bhatti, Lisa Brown and Daniel Handler, Frances Dinkelspiel and Gary Wayne, Karyn DiGiorgio and Steve Sattler, Scott James and Gerald Cain, Nion McEvoy and Leslie Berriman, Greg Sarris, and Ellen Ullman Media Sponsors: San Francisco Chronicle, Publishers Weekly, 7x7, KALW, KEXP, KQED, SF Arts Monthly, Bay Area Reporter, Johnny Funcheap.
