Best-selling author David Baldacci to headline Kennebunkport library fundraiser

KENNEBUNKPORT — The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library will host national and international best-selling author David Baldacci at its 12th annual Author Event on June 22.

The event will take place at 5 p.m. at the historic Kennebunk River Club Casino, 116 Ocean Avenue in Kennebunkport. Tickets are $75 and can be purchased at Graves Library and online at https://bit.ly/3HLWRQ2.

Baldacci is known for his widely read crime and thriller books and series. He published his first novel “Absolute Power” in 1996 and has written a total of 47 novels for adults, several of which were adapted for film and television.

He has also published seven novels for young readers. Baldacci’s books are published in over 45 languages and in more than 80 countries, with 150 million copies sold worldwide. His newest thriller “Simply Lies” was released this spring.

“We are beyond thrilled to have Mr. Baldacci join us this year,” said Graves Library Executive Director Mary-Lou Boucouvalas. “We are also extremely grateful for the wonderful community support provided by our event sponsors. One hundred percent of the funds raised will support the daily operations of the library.”

This year’s fundraiser is being underwritten by Spinnaker Trust, along with the Kennebunk River Club, Fine Print Booksellers, Kennebunk Beach Realty, John and Mary Mills, Mike and Denise Iafolla, Paul Mahoney, Robert and Marjie Dennis, Mutasia, Mark and Vicky Lamarre, Billy and Rosemary Shore, Bob and Jane Garvey, Anne and Ken Raynor, Kitchen Chicks Catering, the Colony Hotel, Edison Press, Hurlbutt Designs, Schooner Eleanor, and South Portland Wine Company.

The ticket price of $75 includes an autographed copy of “Simply Lies.”

For more information, call (207) 967-2778 or visit the website at www.graveslibrary.org.

This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Best-selling author David Baldacci to headline Kennebunkport library fundraiser