Mary Roach at the Table
Thu, Jan 29
|Book Society
In partnership with Book Society, join us for one-of-a-kind dinner with a New York Times bestselling author
Time & Location
Jan 29, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Book Society, 2945 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
About The Event
Book Society + Litquake present a special evening of books, wine, and conversation with Mary Roach
Join us for an unforgettable dinner with New York Times bestselling author Mary Roach as we celebrate the release of her highly anticipated new book, Replaceable You: Adventures in Human Anatomy.
Picture this: a long, candlelit table set beneath our sparkling chandelier, surrounded by books and conversation that’s equal parts curious, funny, and deeply human—just like Mary herself. This intimate evening offers a rare opportunity to dine with one of America’s most beloved science writers and experience her signature wit and wonder up close.
In her latest book, Replaceable You, Roach takes readers on a fascinating journey through the ingenious, often bizarre world of medical innovation. From 3D-printed kidneys and prosthetic limbs to heart transplants and frog-skin grafts, she dives deep into humanity’s ongoing quest to rebuild and repair the body. With her trademark humor…