Join B&N Philly for a discussion and signing with Cristin O'Keefe Aptowicz on September 9th at 6pm!

Join Cristin O'Keefe Aptowicz and Barnes & Noble Philadelphia on Wednesday, September 9th at 6pm at Barnes & Noble Philadelphia (1708 Chestnut Street) for a discussion of The Ballad of the Fugitive William Parker: A True Tale of Love, Murder, Treason, and Ordinary Folks Who Saved America, the extraordinary forgotten story of an event known in its day as “the first shots of the Civil War,” from the New York Times bestselling author of Dr. Mütter’s Marvels.

She will be joined in conversation by representatives from 1838 Black Metropolis, including Michiko Quinones.

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GUIDELINES:

To make this event safe and enjoyable for all attendees, please read the guidelines below before purchasing a ticket so that you know what to expect on the day of the event.

TICKET INFORMATION

Seated Admission w/ Book: $33.48 (Admission + one copy The Ballad of the Fugitive William Parker) **LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE**: A ticket PER PERSON includes:

• One copy of The Ballad of the Fugitive William Parker (published 09/08/2026)

• Admission and seat in the event space and signing line with Cristin O'Keefe Aptowicz.

• For Seated Tickets: A limited quantity is available and will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Purchase of a ticket guarantees entrance to the event for the discussion and signing. However, this ticket may not necessarily guarantee a seat at the event, as arrivals after the start of the event may be placed in standing room behind the seated audience.