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University Libraries' Queer Book Club: October Discussion
University Libraries' Queer Book Club: October Discussion In-Person

The University Libraries' Queer Book Club, in partnership with the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC), will be meeting to discuss October's queer book pick, Lucky Day by Chuck Tingle. Join us as we discuss key themes of the book, what we loved, what we didn't love, and more! 

Can't wait until the end of the month to start discussing the book? Join us over on the Queer Book Club Discussion channel via Discord to get a jump start! 

Registration is not required but is greatly appreciated

Date:
Monday, October 27, 2025
Time:
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Vault Meeting Room (LI B45)
Campus:
The Uptown Campus
Audience:
  Faculty and Staff     Undergraduate and Graduate Students  
Categories:
  Programs  

Event Registration Only

Registration is required. There are 29 seats available.

More About October's Book Selection: 

"Four years ago, an unthinkable disaster occurred. In what was later known as the Low-Probability Event, eight million people were killed in a single day, each of them dying in improbable, bizarre ways: strangled by balloon ropes, torn apart by exploding manhole covers, attacked by a chimpanzee wielding a typewriter. A day of freak accidents that proved anything is possible, no matter the odds. Luck is real now, and it's not always good. Vera, a former statistics and probability professor, lost everything that day, and she still struggles to make sense of the unbelievable catastrophe. To her, the LPE proved that the God of Order is dead and nothing matters anymore. When Special Agent Layne shows up on Vera’s doorstep, she learns he's investigating a suspiciously—and statistically impossibly—lucky casino. He needs her help to prove the casino’s success is connected to the deaths of millions, and it's Vera's last chance to make sense of a world that doesn’t. Because what's happening in Vegas isn't staying there, and she's the only thing that stands between the world and another deadly improbability." - Provided by Publisher 

 

What is Queer Book Club? 

The Queer Book Club was formed as a collaborative effort between the University Libraries and the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC). This inclusive and welcoming space is dedicated to exploring the diverse narratives within the LGBTQ+ spectrum through the lens of literature. Join us monthly for engaging discussions, thoughtful reflections, and an opportunity to connect with fellow book enthusiasts who share a passion for queer literature. Whether you're a member of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally seeking to broaden your perspectives, our Queer Book Club provides a platform to explore and celebrate the rich tapestry of LGBTQ+ experiences.