I’ve also seen some discourse regarding this book being made into an HBO series, which I can’t wait to see. I’d seen some mentions of Beagin’s new release, Big Swiss, back in February, but only got around to reading it this past month. Masks and proof of vaccination required.'Īccessibility: Email with questions or to request accommodations.After coming across a brief recommendation on TikTok from Lauren Hower on TikTok/Instagram), and seeing the excitement on their face as they described Beagin’s writing, I just knew I had to pick up this book. The text reads, 'Women & Children First presents JEN BEAGIN, Tuesday, February 14th, 7pm CST. To the right, a large photo of the author, Jean Beagin, sits next to a smaller photo of the cover for BIG SWISS. Image Description: A light brown banner with the faint pattern of open books. Her first novel Pretend I'm Dead was shortlisted for the Center for Fiction's First Novel Prize and Vacuum in the Dark was shortlisted for the Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize for comic fiction. Jen Beagin holds an MFA in creative writing from the University of California, Irvine, and is a recipient of a Whiting Award in fiction. Her attraction to Big Swiss overrides her guilt, and she'll do anything to sustain the relationship.īold, outlandish, and filled with irresistible characters, Big Swiss is both a love story and also a deft examination of infidelity, mental health, sexual stereotypes, and more-from an amazingly talented, one-of-a-kind voice in contemporary fiction. Although Big Swiss is unaware of Greta's true identity, Greta has never been more herself with anyone. In a panic, she introduces herself with a fake name and they quickly become enmeshed. One day, Greta recognizes Big Swiss's voice at the dog park. They both have dark histories, but Big Swiss chooses to remain unattached to her suffering while Greta continues to be tortured by her past. Greta is fascinated by Big Swiss's refreshing attitude toward trauma. She becomes infatuated with his newest client, a repressed married woman she affectionately refers to as Big Swiss, since she's tall, stoic, and originally from Switzerland. Greta spends her days transcribing therapy sessions for a sex coach who calls himself Om. The house, built in 1737, is unrenovated, uninsulated, and full of bees. Greta lives with her friend Sabine in an ancient Dutch farmhouse in Hudson, New York. When they accidentally meet in real life, an explosive affair ensues. By pre-registering, you are verifying that you are fully vaccinated and will wear a mask throughout the entirety of the event.Ī brilliantly original and funny novel about a sex therapist's transcriptionist who falls in love with a client while listening to her sessions. Please note: Pre-registration for this event is required. Please join us for a special Valentine's Day event to celebrate the release of Big Swiss by Jen Beagin! This event is co-hosting with Early to Bed and will include a raffle for attendees.

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