From neighborhood voices to national spotlights.
Experience live events that bring together authors, artists, musicians, and storytellers right here in Denver. This series celebrates creative voices in all their forms, from author talks and live conversations to unique public programs.
Upcoming Events
Author Talk: Tommy Orange in Conversation with Deborah Taffa
Sunday, November 8, 2026 | 7–9 p.m.
Join Denver Public Library for an evening with acclaimed author Tommy Orange, in conversation with Deborah Taffa. Orange and Taffa will explore craft, storytelling, and the writing of Wandering Stars, a novel that traces the legacies of the Sand Creek Massacre of 1864 and the Carlisle Indian Industrial School through three generations of a family. Together, they’ll consider how history, memory, family, and place shape the stories we inherit and the stories we tell.
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Whether you missed a moment or it stayed with you, revisit past DPL Spotlights events and hear from the authors, artists, and thinkers who brought them to life.