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Great Authors series: Maggie Su

Author Maggie Su visits the Champaign Public Library to discuss her debut novel, 'Blob,' as part of the library's Great Authors series. The presentation focuses on her surrealist narrative that explores themes of identity and human connection within a local setting.

Date
Aug 13, 2026
Location
Champaign
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Great Authors series: Maggie Su

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  • Discussion of the debut novel 'Blob'
  • Part of the Champaign Public Library’s Great Authors series
  • Exploration of identity themes and local Champaign-Urbana settings
As part of the Champaign Public Library’s Great Authors series, writer Maggie Su will present her debut novel, 'Blob.' The event, scheduled for the evening of August 13, 2026, focuses on Su’s surrealist narrative about a protagonist who discovers and attempts to raise a shapeless alien creature found in a city alleyway.

During the session, Su is expected to discuss the various themes woven into her work, including cultural identity, social isolation, and the complexities of human relationships. The novel is notably set in the local Champaign-Urbana campustown and downtown areas, grounding its otherworldly premise in familiar regional landmarks like the University of Illinois Quad.

The Great Authors series is a recurring cultural initiative by the Champaign Public Library designed to connect the community with contemporary literary voices. This installment provides an opportunity for readers to engage with the author regarding her creative process and the introspection required to craft her protagonist's journey.

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