Launching into its 7th annual program, Spokane Is Reading welcomes nationally-acclaimed author Sherman Alexie and his latest award-winning novel The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian.

Spokane Is Reading, sponsored and organized by Spokane Public Library, Spokane County Library District and Auntie’s Bookstore, will host two special appearances with Mr. Alexie on Thursday, Oct. 16: 1 pm at The Service Station, 9315 N. Nevada (behind Northpointe shopping center) and at 7 pm at the Spokane Masonic Center, 1108 W. Riverside (downtown Spokane). Both presentations are free and open to the public. Seating is limited.

Spokane Is Reading also welcomes first-time presenting sponsor, Spokane Masonic Center.