Compiled by Grace Krilanovich.
SUNDAY
Lisa Brackmann: The author of "Rock Paper Tiger" will read and sign her debut novel. Book Soup, 8818 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. 4 p.m. Free. (310) 659-3110.
Words & Ideas: Book calendar for the week of June 13, 2010.
WORDS & IDEAS
Drew Friedman: The venerable caricaturist will discuss his work and sign his books, which include "Old Jewish Comedians," "The Fun Never Stops" and the forthcoming "Too Soon? Celebrity Portraits." Family, 436 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A. 7 p.m. Free. (323) 782-9221.
Daniel Handler: The author will discuss and sign his books — those written in his own name and under his well-known pseudonym "Lemony Snicket." Handler will be joined by author-illustrator Lisa Brown ("Baby Be of Use"). Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., L.A. 2 p.m. $10-$12; children $6. (310) 440-4500.
The New Short Fiction Series: The series' 7th Annual Emerging Voices Group Show will feature dramatic readings of fiction by Tommy Kim, Beth Escott Newcomer, Laurie O'Brien, Daniel Sanchez, Joel Smith and Julie Stern. Barnsdall Art Park, 4800 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. 7 p.m. $10-$15. (866) 811-4111. http://www.newshortfictionseries.com
Old Testament Imagery: An Interfaith Dialogue: This panel discussion, held in conjunction with the exhibition "The Old Testament in Medieval Manuscript Illumination," will feature Rabbi Ed Feinstein (author, "Jews and Judaism in the Twenty-First Century"), Rev. Alexei Smith and art historian Jeremy Glatstein. Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Drive, L.A. 1:30 p.m. Free. (310) 440-7300.
Rhapsodomancy Reading Series: Authors Jillian Lauren ("Some Girls"), Kevin Moffett ("Permanent Visitors"), Heather Derr-Smith ("The Bride Minaret") and Joe Hall ("Pigafetta Is My Wife") will read. Good Luck Bar, 1514 Hillhurst Ave., L.A. 7:30 p.m. $3. http://www.rhapsodomancy.org
Vermin on the Mount: Jim Ruland hosts this bi-monthly reading series; the latest installment will feature authors Marisa Silver ("Alone with You"), Patrick Somerville ("The Cradle"), Maria Semple ("This One Is Mine") and James Greer ("The Failure"). Mountain, 473 Gin Ling Way, L.A. 8 p.m. Free. http://www.vermin.blogs.com
Dora Wang: The author of "The Kitchen Shrink" will present and sign her new book. Vroman's Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. 4 p.m. Free. (626) 449-5320.
MONDAY
Abby Dees: The author of "Queer Questions Straight Talk: 108 Frank and Provocative Questions It's OK to Ask Your Lesbian, Gay or Bisexual Loved One" will present and sign her new book. Book Soup, 8818 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. 7 p.m. Free. (310) 659-3110.
Kathleen McGowan: The author of "The Poet Prince" will read and sign her new novel. Vroman's Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. 7 p.m. Free. (626) 449-5320.
TUESDAY
Jonathan Alter: Zócalo presents a discussion and signing with the author of "The Promise: President Obama, Year One." The Rand Corp., 1776 Main St., Santa Monica. 7 p.m. Free. http://www.zocalopublicsquare.org
Janelle Brown: The author will read and sign her new novel, "This Is Where We Live." Skylight Books, 1818 N. Vermont Ave., L.A. 7:30 p.m. Free. (323) 660-1175.
Cat Cora: The "Iron Chef America" star will present and sign her new cookbook, "Cat Cora's Classics with a Twist: Fresh Takes on Favorite Dishes." Diesel Bookstore, 225 26th St., L.A. 7 p.m. Free. (310) 576-9960.
Michelle Huneven: The author, whose most recent novel is "Blame," will read and discuss her work. Glendale Public Library, 222 E. Harvard St., Glendale. 7 p.m. Free. (818) 548-2040.
John Ashbery's Self-Portrait in a Convex Mirror: Aloud at Central Library presents a multi-media staged reading of Ashbery's notable 1975 poem, featuring poets and writers Joan Arnold, Times staff writer Tom Curwen, David Kipen, Jim Paul, Louise Steinman and Terry Wolverton. Richard J. Riordan Central Library, 630 W. 5th St., L.A. 7 p.m. Free. (213) 228-7025. http://www.aloudla.org
Mary McNamara: The author of "The Starlet" will read and sign her new novel. Book Soup, 8818 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. 7 p.m. Free. (310) 659-3110.
Brando Skyhorse: The author of "The Madonnas of Echo Park" will read and sign his debut novel. Vroman's Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. 7 p.m. Free. (626) 449-5320.
WEDNESDAY
Bloomsday at the Hammer: Celebrate the 106th anniversary of that landmark day in literary history, June 16, 1904 — the one-day timeframe within which Joyce's epic novel "Ulysses" takes place. Festivities include a documentary film screening, live music, staged readings and a Guinness happy hour. Held in conjunction with an exhibit of early editions of "Ulysses" that runs from June 14-18 at UCLA's Charles E. Young Research Library. Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Westwood. 2-10 p.m. Free. (310) 443-7000.
Anthony Bourdain: The globetrotting chef and author will discuss and sign his new book, "Medium Raw: A Bloody Valentine to the World of Food and the People Who Cook." Royce Hall, UCLA, 340 Royce Drive, L.A. 8 p.m. $35-$175. (310) 825-2101.
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