Baseball fans know every great game starts with a good lineup... and every reading fan knows that every great summer starts with a great book! Local author and native Bristolian James Sullivan is coming to the library to discuss his 2025 book, "The Bristol Bombers." Learn about the real events that inspired the book, how authors bring local history to life through fiction, and more!

Q&A and book signing to follow. Registration is not required. Seating is first-come, first-served.

Learn more about James Sullivan at his website: https://authorjamessullivan.com/about.html

Synopsis:

Step up to the plate for a nostalgic journey back to the summer of 1994, where dreams of baseball and friendship collide in a small Rhode Island town. Join James Sullivan and his band of mid-twenties misfits as they dive headfirst into a season filled with laughter, unforgettable antics, and the bittersweet struggles of growing up.

In The Bristol Bombers, the focus isn’t on the scorecard—it’s about the camaraderie, the lighthearted ribbing, and the wild adventures that unfold between the bases. As they navigate the ups and downs of life, these friends find themselves at the enchanting “Bomber Stadium,” a mystical place watched over by the Legendary Bulls, Conrad and Pomeroy, and their enigmatic friend, “The Hawk.”

With a blend of reality and fantasy, this heartfelt tale captures the essence of youth and the magic of a summer spent chasing not just balls, but dreams. Get ready to reminisce about the joy of play, the thrill of friendship, and the bittersweet transition into adulthood. Are you ready to join the Bombers?