On May 21, Emma McLaughlin and Nicole Kraus, the authors of the best-selling novel The Nanny Diaries, are coming to Greenwich Education & Prep for a special evening for aspiring authors between the ages of thirteen and twenty.
McLaughlin and Kraus will discuss their new book for teens, The Real Real. The Real Real is a satire on the modern concept of “reality stars,” individuals who quickly go from anonymous to famous, seemingly overnight, by starring in a popular reality show. The novel, which is McLaughlin’s and Kraus’ first book for teens, revolves around just such an individual, teenager Jesse O’Rourke. Jesse becomes an instant celebrity thanks to careful scripting and editing by the show’s producers. However, as the lines between TV’s version of “reality” and actual reality start to blur, she struggles to maintain her identity and remember one thing: “The difference between real and the real real.”
This event, which will take place at the Greenwich Water Club at 49 River Road in Cos Cob on May 21st at 7:00 PM, is a rare opportunity for aspiring young authors to listen to and learn from two successful and culturally relevant authors. McLaughlin and Kraus will read from their new book, discuss their creative writing process, and answer students’ questions.
RSVPs for the May 21st event should be emailed to rsvp@greenwichedprep.com. Teachers and parents are welcome to attend! As seating will be limited, all RSVPs must include the names of all people who will be attending in each party, as well as an email address and phone number for at least one of the party members.
