Contrary to popular perception, writing is actual work. No matter the frivolity of the piece, even if it’s the Weekly Volcano’s blog, you can rest assured true blood, sweat and tears were spilled during its composition. Perhaps not as much blood, sweat, etc, on this blog, as say in a novel, or a poem, or an essay, or a radio jingle, or Brad Allen's phone number on a cocktail napkin but... This is not the point. The point is that now it’s time for you to meet the women behind the magic, and learn about the craft.

It’s time for you to meet the READERGIRLZ.

Four successful, regional authors of books for young adults  â€" Lorie Ann Grover,
Dia Calhoun, Janet Lee Carey, and Justina Chen Headley â€" celebrate strong young women who stand up for themselves, take risks and have the guts to dream. These author superheroes will discuss their work, read a little and will pour blood, sweat and tears into signing as many books as they can. â€" Suzy Stump

[Wheelock Library, Tuesday, May 15, 6:30 p.m., free, 3722 N. 26th St., Tacoma, 253.591.5666]