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Author Talk: Gregg Hurwitz

Thrill of Writing Action, Adventure, and Suspense

2025-04-24 19:00:00 2025-04-24 20:00:00 America/New_York Author Talk: Gregg Hurwitz Do you love action-packed adventure? You’re invited to a riveting conversation with New York Times bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz as he chats with us about his Orphan X series Virtual: Library Speakers Consortium -

Thursday, April 24
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-24 19:00:00 2025-04-24 20:00:00 America/New_York Author Talk: Gregg Hurwitz Do you love action-packed adventure? You’re invited to a riveting conversation with New York Times bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz as he chats with us about his Orphan X series Virtual: Library Speakers Consortium -

Do you love action-packed adventure? You’re invited to a riveting conversation with New York Times bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz as he chats with us about his Orphan X series

Do you love action-packed adventure? Are you ready for the thrill? You’re invited to a riveting conversation with New York Times bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz as he chats with us about his Orphan X series and his life as a writer of suspenseful storytelling.

Orphan X, the series opener, introduces the world to the Nowhere Man. He is a legendary figure spoken about only in whispers. It’s said that when he’s reached by the truly desperate and deserving, the Nowhere Man can and will do anything to protect and save them.

But he’s not merely a legend.

Evan Smoak is a man with skills, resources, and a personal mission to help those with nowhere else to turn. He’s also a man with a dangerous past. Taken from a group home at twelve, Evan was raised and trained as part of the Orphan Program, an off-the-books operation designed to create deniable intelligence assets—i.e. assassins. Evan was Orphan X. He broke with the Program, using everything he learned to disappear and reinvent himself as the Nowhere Man.

Now ten books in, fans cannot get enough of the Orphan X world and Hurwitz can’t wait to tell us all about it. Register now for a conversation you just cannot miss!

About the Author: GREGG HURWITZ is the New York Times #1 internationally bestselling author of 24 thrillers including the Orphan X series. His novels have won numerous literary awards and have been published in 33 languages. Gregg currently serves as the Co-President of International Thriller Writers (ITW). Additionally, he’s written screenplays and television scripts for many of the major studios and networks, comics for AWA (including the critically acclaimed anthology NewThink), DC, and Marvel, and poetry. Currently, Gregg is actively working against polarization in politics and culture. To that end, he's penned op-eds for The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, The Bulwark, Salon, and others, and has produced several hundred commercials and creative content which have gotten several hundred million views on digital TV platforms. He also helped write the opening ceremony of the 2022 World Cup.

 
 

 

The views expressed by presenters are their own and their appearance in a program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Orange County Library System.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | meettheauthor | epd | bb-meet-the-author |

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Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
No time to learn Photoshop? Use the free Express app to intuitively and quickly create all the graphics you need.

Tue, Apr 28, 10:15am - 11:15am
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing. 

Tue, Apr 28, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us for a monthly ESOL book club where we read a new book and discuss it virtually.

Tue, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how different types of photography flashes work and how to use them to achieve professional results

Tue, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Learn the basics of color grading using DaVinci Resolve and RAW video.

Tue, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Automate everyday tasks with macros. Record data entry and formatting. Insert and modify objects to run macros without coding.

Tue, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/21 Session 1; 4/22 Session 2; 4/28 Session 3; 4/29 Session 4.

Tue, Apr 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn about lens type characteristics, distortions, aberrations and how to fix them. We’ll also explore the relationship between lens focal length and sensor sizes.

Tue, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us as we discuss the book Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V. E. Schwab.

Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Create a rig for animating a 3D character's arm and learn the most commonly used tools, techniques, and concepts related to Rigging in Blender.

Tue, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
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Tue, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
No time to learn Premiere? Use the free Express app to create cool video edits with fluid text and graphics animations.

Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Apr 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
A query letter is required when submitting novels or long-form nonfiction to agents and publishers. Literary agent Eva Sclazo will discuss how to write an effective query letter.

Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Join us for this year long series to create a realistic style crocheted bouquet of flowers. This class meets once a month to complete a longform project together in a warm and welcoming environment!
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Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Join us on ZOOM to practice academic style writing along with more complex vocabulary.

Wed, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Join us on a virtual road trip! We will explore the history, the culture and genealogical resources that are unique to each state! Recommended for Adults. Registration required.

Wed, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/21 Session 1; 4/22 Session 2; 4/28 Session 3; 4/29 Session 4.

Wed, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Wed, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Take the first step towards audio recording. Tour the Audio Studio and explore the training options available. Learn the studio workflow, procedures and best practices.
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Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Practica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversational topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for seniors and adults.

Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Create an animator control system for a 3D Character's arm with a forward kinematic and inverse kinematic switcher.

Wed, Apr 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Take an average photo and make it pop. Learn basic color correction techniques and make global and location adjustments to images in Adobe Camera Raw.

Wed, Apr 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Get moving with this energizing and relaxing Chair Yoga sequence for all-levels. Tap into the strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation that your body can provide you. Requires use of a chair.

Thu, Apr 30, 9:00am - 10:00am
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A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!

Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:45am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
In this beginner-friendly session, explore what artificial intelligence really is, what it isn’t, how it works, how it is used across different fields, and its effects in everyday life.

Thu, Apr 30, 10:05am - 11:05am
Virtual Room - West Oaks
A one-on-one appointment with Lisa our Genealogist. She'll answer your questions and help you build your tree or tear down a brick wall! Wherever YOU are, West Oaks is able to reach out!
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Thu, Apr 30, 10:15am - 11:15am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.
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Thu, Apr 30, 11:10am - 12:10pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!

Thu, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Thu, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Add excitement and life to your movie! Use effects to transform a single angle video into a visually engaging multi-angle piece.

Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Create an Animator Control System for a 3D Character using Blender's Rigify Addon and learn the common workflow and how to overcome setup pitfalls.

Thu, Apr 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on the parts of speech, the organization of sentences, and vocabulary building.

Thu, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Transform the look of your videos using color correction techniques in Adobe Premiere. Learn the importance of color correction in filmmaking and video production.

Thu, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Grab your viewers' attention by creating eye-catching posts, videos, and more. Utilize Canva's powerful social media management features to schedule, publish and track your content.

Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1
Join us as we discuss this month's title, Harlem Rhapsody by Victoria Christopher Murray.

Thu, Apr 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series. Register

Fri, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Animate a character's walk cycle and learn the basic tools and techniques for creating video game characters' animation sequences.

Fri, May 01, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Sat, May 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda

Sat, May 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Are you interested in finding a more effective method of planning and using your writing time? Author Jennie Jarvis will discuss how Time Blocking could bring your writing routine to the next level.

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Your ancestors are calling—just before lunch. Join us from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to swap stories, solve genealogy puzzles, and share research tips with fellow family history enthusiasts.

Sun, May 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
This jam-packed, 90-minute session is designed to empower you with the resources and knowledge to meet your basic creative needs (graphic design, video, etc.), followed by an open-ended Q&A.

Mon, May 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Improve your English speaking and pronunciation skills. Intended for advanced English language learners. Recommended ages 18 & up.

Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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Knit a classic tank top which can be dressed up or dressed down.
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Mon, May 04, 11:00am - 11:35am
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Mon, May 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation. Recommended ages 18 & up.

Mon, May 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Ribbing is the perfect for hats, scarves, socks and sweaters. Learn how to cast on with the long tail method, knit ribbing, and how to use a stretchy bind off in this class.

Mon, May 04, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
No time to learn Photoshop? Use the free Express app to intuitively and quickly create all the graphics you need.

Mon, May 04, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Cybersecurity is all about the safety of our information when we’re online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.

Mon, May 04, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
No time to learn Premiere? Use the free Express app to create cool video edits with fluid text and graphics animations.

Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
This class will cover a wide array of topics from accepting and rejecting an invitation to engaging in small talk with strangers. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Connect with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
This ten-part class series teaches the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.

Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda

Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how this file management app can speed up your workflow.

Mon, May 04, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Mon, May 04, 7:00pm - 7:35pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Mon, May 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Paula Weiman will discuss how early career writers can network effectively and without crossing boundaries to boost their professional writing career.