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Join Pulitzer Prize-winning author Barbara Kingsolver for an exclusive live discussion about her brand-new novel, Partita, a book she says she has been waiting her whole life to write.

This interactive virtual book club event will take place on November 5, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Along with access to the virtual event, donors will receive a copy of the book, Partita, and the PBS Books mug.

During this live virtual event, moderated by PBS Books hosts Lauren Smith and Fred Nahhat, we’ll explore the origins of Kingsolver’s new novel, reflect on her remarkable career as an author, and revisit highlights from some of her bestselling works. Audience members will also have the opportunity to interact in a lively book club chat and submit their own questions for Barbara Kingsolver.

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Event Overview
Date
Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 7 PM
Duration
Approximately 1 hour
Price
$180 per ticket
Format
Live virtual interview & audience Q&A
Platform
StreamYard (similar to Zoom webinar)
YOUR $150 DONATION INCLUDES

More than just a ticket

Virtual TicketPBS Books Presents: Barbara Kingsolver Live and audience Q&A.
Partita by Barbara Kingsolver
Copy of Partita Kingsolver's new novel, releasing October 6, 2026.
PBS Books Readers Club mug
PBS Books Readers Club Mug Featuring the quote, "My Weekend is BOOKED!"

About the Book

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Barbara Kingsolver’s Partita is a sweeping new novel about music, family, memory, and the complicated ways our lives are shaped by the people and places we come from.

Releasing October 6, 2026, Partita is a deeply personal work from one of America’s most celebrated authors. Kingsolver has described it as a book she has been waiting her whole life to write.

About the Author

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Barbara Kingsolver is a Pulitzer Prize-winning author whose acclaimed novels include Demon Copperhead, The Poisonwood Bible, Flight Behavior, and Prodigal Summer. Her work explores family, community, the natural world, and the forces that shape our lives.

A celebrated voice in American literature, Kingsolver has received numerous honors for her writing, including the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and the Women’s Prize for Fiction.

Event FAQ
Are tickets refundable?
No. Tickets are nonrefundable.
Does everyone planning to attend the event need to purchase a ticket/bundle?
Yes. Each person will need their own ticket to receive a bundle and a unique StreamYard link to watch the event on a digital device.
What is included in the event kit/shipment?
The event kit includes the Partita book, PBS Books Readers Club mug, and a link to attend the live virtual event on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 8 PM ET.
Will the book be autographed?
Unfortunately, it will not.
What do I need to prepare beforehand for this virtual event?
Ensure you have a strong internet connection.

Please be sure to open and inspect your product(s) upon delivery to ensure the book and mug are in good condition.
Do I have to buy the book?
Yes. The Partita book, mug, and virtual event link are bundled together and included with one ticket purchase.
StreamYard Access
I purchased my ticket before realizing I have prior obligations. Will this event be recorded?
This event WILL be recorded. Following the event, a link will be sent to ALL registered ticket holders, so you can enjoy the event on your own time.
How can I submit a question ahead of time?
Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with one another in the live event chat and submit questions through the event chat, with selected questions posed to Kingsolver by the hosts.
Will the event be captioned?
Yes.
I have never used StreamYard. What do I do?
Simply click the link provided in the email you received confirming your registration for the event. For the best viewing experience, we recommend using the Google Chrome browser.