The Mark Twain American Voice in Literature Award honors an exemplary work of fiction from the previous year that speaks with an "American Voice" about American experiences, much like Twain's masterwork, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.

You are invited to join New York Times bestselling author, David Baldacci, our sponsors, and special guests at an elegant reception celebration to recognize a modern voice that's defining our current America.

5:30 p.m.  VIP Champagne Reception with the winning author, Alice McDermott, and David Baldacci
(for Patron ticket holders and Sponsors)

6:30 p.m. Social Celebration

Heavy Hors d'oeuvres & Buffet Station

8:00 p.m.  American Voice in Literature Award Presentation and Remarks

9:00 p.m.  Dessert & Coffee Reception

Catering by David Alan

Our host for the evening is 3-time Emmy-award winning journalist,
Kara Sundlun of WFSB Channel 3.

The Mark Twain House Museum Center

351 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT