The Wonderful Life of Mr. Silverlinning - Book Launch

Join us for an interactive book launch with Michael E. Wilson Jr.!

Lit City Book Club Presents The Wonderful Life of Mr. Silverlinning — Book Launch with Michael E. Wilson Jr.

Event Description: Join Lit City Book Club for the launch of The Wonderful Life Of Mr. Silverlinning. Author Michael E. Wilson Jr. will lead an engaging experience focused on key characters from the story, followed by a group discussion on the themes and questions the book raises.

What to Expect– A live reading with the author– Character exploration and group discussion– Audience Q&A– Book signing and community connection

Books will be available for purchase at the event.

Book Description: Andrew is a twenty-something dreamer navigating romance and brotherhood in two riveting tales. Thespians And Love and The Wonderful Life Of Mr. Silverlinning invite the reader to follow a would-be ubermensch as he navigates his fractured life. Filled with colorful (but questionable) characters that reveal New York's muted working class, the author implores you to savor the time you share with others — whether charlatans, saints, or, like Andrew, incomplete.

Michael E. Wilson Jr. is a vegan musician and storyteller from Brooklyn, NY. Mike (aka The Real Mike Wilson) provides song and poetry writing workshops that include lyrics analysis, production/engineering lessons, and song recording. He also performs live versions of his recordings with a live band. In 2021, Mike published his first collection of short stories called "Faces." This summer he published another collection called "The Wonderful Life of Mr. Silverlinning." He is studiously writing his next book and producing songs for upcoming projects.

Lit City Book Club is more than just a reading group—it’s the culmination of over two decades of friendship and collaboration. Paulette and Doly met in high school trig (sorry Mr. Newcomb!) What started as a classroom connection quickly grew into a lifelong friendship filled with shared dreams, countless adventures, and a passion for building community.

Over the years, they’ve worked on several projects together, Lit City is their third business venture—and the one they are most excited about. Doly brings her sharp business acumen, while Paulette contributes her creativity, event planning and deep love of reading. Together, they’ve created Lit City to bring their shared vision to life: a vibrant literary community that uplifts diverse voices, celebrates the African Diaspora, and fosters a love for reading.

Through Lit City, Paulette and Doly are on a mission to create spaces where stories inspire action, strengthen communities, and change lives—one book at a time.

Vision

Our vision is to create space where stories inspire action, books build bridges, and communities grow stronger. We aim to Ignite Curiosity by increasing reading Engagement through inclusive and dynamic programs. Empower Voices by amplifying underrepresented authors and encourage diverse perspectives in literature and Strengthening Community by supporting local Black-owned bookstores and connecting readers to culturally rich resources.

Mission

Cultivate a love of reading, build a vibrant and inclusive community, and celebrate the richness of Black literature and culture.

Core Values

• Community Connection: We believe in the power of collaboration and seek to strengthen ties within our local and global networks.
• Cultural Celebration: We honor the traditions, histories, and innovations of the African Diaspora through the literary arts.
• Lifelong Learning: We encourage curiosity and continuous growth through reading, storytelling, and education.

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