Monday, November 2, 2026, 2:30 AM - 5:00 AM ยท Stories Books & Cafe, Echo Park, Los Angeles
Rhys Langston Podell celebrates the release of his debut poetry collection Minstrel Makeup Sex with readings by Mimi Tempestt, Mike The Poet, Bridgette Bianca, Hymnal, and Maestro Gamin. Tori Gesualdo hosts, with sound selections by Grump.
An independent bookstore and cafe on Sunset stocking new releases alongside curated used literary fiction and arts titles. The cafe serves coffee, wine, sandwiches, and scones; a take-one/leave-one shelf near the door rounds out the browsing.