Do you love romance? Do you read or write romance? Conversation Hearts: An Inclusive Love Fest for Romance Readers and Writers is a celebratory event centering the diversity of the romance genre. Join us from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 at the Central Library, 1000 Fourth Ave., Level 1, Microsoft Auditorium, 206-386-4636.

Centering #ownvoices POC and LGBTQIA+ romance, this event will explore the joys and the future of the romance genre. The afternoon will kick-off in the Microsoft Auditorium with guest author Rebekah Weatherspoon in conversation with local author Jasmine Silvera. After that, panel discussions and interactive activities will begin on Level 4 with topics ranging from The Future of Romance, What Should I Read Next, Love It, Nerdy Lit Crit and Conversation Break Outs. Panelists will include Jasmine Silvera, Olivia Waite, Robin Bradford, Claire Scott and more!

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Library events are free and open to the public. Registration is not required. The Library believes that the power of knowledge improves people's lives. We promote literacy and a love of reading as we bring people, information and ideas together to enrich lives and build community.