An Evening with Author David McGlynn

Lawrence University Professor of English, David McGlynn, will join us at the Library to discuss his new novel, Liberal Arts. Though set in a fictional Midwestern city, at a fictional liberal arts college, the novel is inspired by both Lawrence and the Fox Cities. McGlynn will discuss how his work borrows from real places while remaining a product of the imagination. He’ll also talk about his life as a writer and the process of moving from inspiration to publications.

David McGlynn’s latest novel, Liberal Arts, will appear in October of 2026. His previous books include Everything We Could Do, One Day You'll Thank Me: Lessons from an Unexpected Fatherhood, A Door in the Ocean, and The End of the Straight and Narrow. 

His writing appears in The New York Times, Washington Post, The American Scholar, Men’s Health, Real Simple, Parents, O., The Oprah Magazine, Best American Sports Writing, and numerous literary journals. Four of his essays have been named Distinguished Essays in Best American Essays and Best American Non-Required Reading. He’s appeared on radio and TV programs around the country, and his work has been reviewed on National Public Radio’s Fresh Air.

In addition to his books, David’s a columnist for and frequent contributor to Swimmer magazine. A nonfiction book, The Channel: The History, Science, and Insanity of the World’s Most Famous Swim, is coming in 2028. He teaches at Lawrence University and lives in Madison, Wisconsin. https://www.davidmcglynnbooks.com/

All interested individuals are welcome to attend this free event, registration is not required. Please contact Meghan by email: library@neenahlibrary.org or by phone: 920-886-6315 with any questions. 

This program was made possible by the Friends of the Neenah Library and the Neenah Public Library Trust Fund. Donations to the Friends and the Trust Fund are always accepted and appreciated.

If accommodations are needed to attend, please contact the library administrative office at 920-886-6315 or by email at library@neenahlibrary.org at least 24 hours in advance of the program.