Former Columbia poet laureate Ed Madden launches his new book of poetry, A pooka in Arkansas. Massachusetts poet Kevin McLellan reads with Madden from his new book, in other words, you/. Both books were selected for the Hilary Tham Capital Collection by poet Timothy Liu and published this spring by The Word Works. Madden’s cover image is by local artist Michael Krajewski. CMA writer in residence Ray McManus introduces the poets. Reception and book signing follow. The event is free and open to the public. Books for purchase from All Good Books.