Sept 23, 2025
New York Times bestselling science writer Mary Roach returns this fall with Replaceable You: Adventures in Human Anatomy, a witty and wildly fascinating dive into the world of regenerative medicine. With her signature blend of curiosity, clarity, and humor, Roach guides readers through the surreal frontiers of modern medical innovation—from cadaver skin grafts and wearable kidneys to artificial wombs and prosthetic limbs. With stops at leading hospitals and labs, Replaceable You explores the ethical, emotional, and technological questions behind rebuilding the human body—and celebrates just how far science has come in the quest to make us whole again. Roach will be in conversation with NWS co-founder and #1 New York Times bestselling author Doug Stanton.
The event begins at 7 p.m. and includes a Q&A and author signing. If you’re interested in purchasing a book, please visit nationalwritersseries.org. Please note: signed books are only available at the live event.
Performances
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 - 7:00pmSustaining Sponsor: The Green Brick Foundation
Season Sponsor: NorthGuard Technology Group
Event Sponsor: TBA
Arts Benefactor: Mary and Ward Bevans Gillett
Media Partner: Interlochen Public Radio
Media Sponsor: Traverse City Record-Eagle
Supporting Sponsors: Image 360, Cambria Suites
Official Airport: Cherry Capital Airport