Skip to main content
close
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Warning: getimagesize(./images/events/readingpl/FSS_Author_Liann_Zhang.jpg): failed to open stream: No such file or directory in /app/data/event.php line 452
Notice: Trying to access array offset on value of type bool in /app/data/event.php line 453
Notice: Trying to access array offset on value of type bool in /app/data/event.php line 454
Author photo smiling woman with long black hair and book cover imag for Julie Chan is Dead by Liann Zhang

On Writing a Brilliant, Dark, and Diabolical Thriller

A Virtual Author Chat with Liann Zhang

2025-05-14 19:00:00 2025-05-14 20:00:00 America/New_York On Writing a Brilliant, Dark, and Diabolical Thriller Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about her debut thriller Julie Chan is Dead. Reading Public Library -

Wednesday, May 14
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-14 19:00:00 2025-05-14 20:00:00 America/New_York On Writing a Brilliant, Dark, and Diabolical Thriller Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about her debut thriller Julie Chan is Dead. Reading Public Library -

Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about her debut thriller Julie Chan is Dead.

Join us for a virtual presentation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about her debut thriller, Julie Chan is Dead.

Julie Chan is Dead is the brilliant, dark, and diabolical debut thriller we’ve all been waiting for.

Register now to ask the author questions and attend this live virtual event here

About the book:

Julie Chan has nothing. Her twin sister has everything. Except a pulse.

Julie Chan, a supermarket cashier with nothing to lose, finds herself thrust into the glamorous yet perilous world of her late twin sister, Chloe VanHuusen, a popular influencer. Separated at a young age, the identical twins were polar opposites and rarely spoke, except for one viral video that Chloe initiated (Finding My Long-Lost Twin And Buying Her A House #EMOTIONAL). When Julie discovers Chloe’s lifeless body under mysterious circumstances, she seizes the chance to live the life she’s always envied.

Transforming into Chloe is easier than expected. Julie effortlessly adopts Chloe’s luxurious influencer life, complete with designer clothes, a meticulous skincare routine, and millions of adoring followers. However, Julie soon realizes that Chloe’s seemingly picture-perfect life was anything but perfect.

Haunted by Chloe’s untimely death and struggling to fit into the privileged influencer circle, Julie faces mounting challenges during a weeklong island retreat with Chloe’s exclusive group of influencer friends. As events spiral out of control, Julie uncovers the sinister forces that may have led to her sister’s demise and realizes she might be the next target.

About the Author:

Liann Zhang is a second-generation Chinese Canadian who splits her time between Vancouver, British Columbia and Toronto, Ontario. After a short stint as a skincare content creator, she graduated from the University of Toronto with a degree in psychology and criminology. Julie Chan Is Dead is her first novel.

This program is brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of the Reading Public Library. Thank you, Friends!

Check out more upcoming virtual author talks and enjoy recordings from past events by exploring our Friends Speaker Series page.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual Event | Friends Speaker Series | Brochure | Author Event |

Reading Public Library

rdg@noblenet.org
Phone: 781-944-0840

Hours
We're closed Sunday August 10 due to Closed on Sundays during the summer
Mon, Aug 04 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Aug 05 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 06 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 07 1:00PM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 08 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 10 Closed
(Closed on Sundays during the summer)


About the Library

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. To ask questions about accessibility or request accommodations, please contact the library at rdgadmin@noblenet.org.

If the Reading Public schools are closed due to snow, all Children's programming will be canceled.

Upcoming Events

Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reading Public Library - Local History Room
Registration is now closed

Tue, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Reading Public Library - Studio

Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Reading Public Library - Conference Room

Thu, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B)

Sat, Aug 09, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B),Conference Room,Library Lawn

Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B)

Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Reading Public Library - Studio

Mon, Aug 11, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B)

Mon, Aug 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B)

Tue, Aug 12, 7:30am - 9:00am
Reading Public Library - Library Parking Lot

Tue, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B)

Wed, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reading Public Library - Local History Room
This event is full

Thu, Aug 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reading Public Library - Library Parking Lot

Thu, Aug 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B)
This event is full

Fri, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B)

Fri, Aug 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Reading Public Library - Outdoor Patio

Cancelled
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reading Public Library

Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Reading Public Library - Teen Space

Mon, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reading Public Library - Children's Program Room

Mon, Aug 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B)

Mon, Aug 18, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B)

Mon, Aug 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Reading Public Library - Health Nook

Tue, Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reading Public Library - Children's Program Room

Wed, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reading Public Library - Children's Program Room

Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B)

Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reading Public Library - Library Lawn

Thu, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B)

Fri, Aug 22, All day
Reading Public Library

Sat, Aug 23, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B)

Mon, Aug 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reading Public Library - Local History Room
This event is full

Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Reading Public Library - Conference Room

Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reading Public Library - Community Room (A & B)

Fri, Aug 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Reading Public Library - Outdoor Patio
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 3:30pm

Tue, Sep 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Reading Public Library - Studio

Wed, Sep 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reading Public Library - Conference Room