Work, a new book by New York Times columnists Shaina Feinberg and Julia Rothman, takes readers behind the scenes of 28 unique professions, from wildland firefighters to ferry captains, exploring the creativity, dedication, and challenges behind these roles.

Both Brooklyn-based creatives bring their talents for storytelling and art to this uplifting celebration of work in all its forms. The event includes a reading and book signing, with additional copies of Work available for purchase in-store. While RSVP is encouraged, it’s not required to attend

“This impressively global and genuinely heartfelt survey communicates that every job has its particular—and peculiar—demands and rewards. For a candlestick maker in Ireland, rolling beeswax is “like meditation,” while a research assistant at Chicago’s Field Museum “has to write really small so she can number bones” … New York Times columnists and previous collaborators Feinberg and Rothman (How We Got By, for adults) describe 28 jobs via interviews with arrayed specialists across the globe, giving each gig a spread featuring concise, reportorial text blocks and mixed-media vignettes.” — Publishers Weekly

“Books Are Magic, which will sell everything from best-sellers to a wide selection of kids’ books to lesser-known titles by local authors … will also function as an event space. May’s calendar is already crowded, with a book launch for J. Courtney Sullivan, a reading with Brooklyn Writers Space and a paperback party for Straub’s latest novel, ‘Modern Lovers.’” — Melissa Kravitz, AMNY