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Join us to discuss the Gulf Coast Reads pick: The Faculty Lounge by acclaimed Houston author Jennifer Mathieu! This smart and heartfelt novel follows a cast of teachers as they navigate the tangled web of education, community, and personal transformation. With warmth, wit, and an insider’s eye, The Faculty Lounge offers an unforgettable glimpse into the lives of the adults behind the lesson plans.

Gulf Coast Reads is an annual regional reading initiative that encourages people across Southeast Texas to read the same book during the month of October and to come together in dialogue through related events and discussions. It’s about building connection across neighborhoods and counties—through the power of a shared story.