Lemony Snicket, the alarmingly elusive author whose many tomes include the 13 bothersome books in “A Series of Unfortunate Events,” appears with Maira Kalman, the illustrator of Mr. Snicket’s latest book, “13 Words.” Fans can get a preview of what's to come from the October 5th book release.

The conversation will be followed by a book sale and signing. Interviewed by Patricia Cohen, New York Times culture reporter.

TimesTalks events aim to evoke intelligent and entertaining conversations among some of the world’s most engaging speakers.

Lemony Snicket & Maira Kalman

Timestalks with the NYTimes

Saturday, October 2. 2010

11AM – 12:30 PM

The TimesCenter

242 West 41st Street

NYC

Tickets $30

For additional information or tickets call 1.888.NYT.1870 or visit www.TimesTalks.com.

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