This week’s literary events

Christopher Swann, “Shadow of the Lions.” Swann’s literary thriller and coming-of-age story explores friendship, redemption, and what it means to lay the past to rest. 6 p.m. Feb. 6. Signing. Free. Atlanta-Fulton Public Library, Milton Branch, 855 Mayfield Road, Milton, 404613-4402, www.afpls.org Susan Stachler,“The Cookie

Cure.” The homemade ginger cookies Stachler’s mother baked to soothe the side effects of her daughter’s cancer treatments had unexpected benefits: The mother-daughter duo found themselves sharing their gingersnaps with the world. 7 p.m. Feb. 6, Barnes & Noble Buckhead, 2900 Peachtree Road NE., Atlanta, 404-261-7747, store-locator. barnesandnoble.com

Erica Dawson. Dawson is the author of two prize-winning collections of poetry:“The Small Blades Hurt,”and“BigEyed Afraid.”6:30 p.m. Feb. 7. Reading, signing, reception. Free. Emory University, Joseph W. Jones Room, Level 3, Woodruff Library, 540 Asbury Circle, 404-727-6861, creativewriting.emory.edu.

Also appearing: 2 p.m. Feb. 7. Colloquium. Free. Emory University, Kemp Malone Library, N301 Callaway Memorial Center, 537 Kilgo Circle, Atlanta. David Peisner,“Homey

Don’t Play That.” Discover the behind-the-scenes stories and lasting impact of the trailblazing comedy show that upended television, launched the careers of some of our biggest stars, and changed the way we talk, think, and laugh about race: “In Living Color.”7:15 p.m. Feb. 7. Talk, signing. Free. Decatur Library Auditorium, 215 Sycamore St., Decatur, 404370-3070, Ext. 2285, www. georgiacenterforthebook.org/ Morgan Jerkins,“This Will

Be My Undoing.” Feminist and critic Jerkins’ collection of linked essays interweaves incisive commentary on pop culture, feminism, black history, misogyny, and racism with her own experiences to confront the challenges of being a black woman today. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 7. Free. $5 suggested donation. Charis Books & More, 1189 Euclid Ave NE., Atlanta, 404-524-0304, www.charisbooksandmore.com/ Love Our Readers Luncheon: Patti Callahan

Henry. Co-hosted by authors Lindi Peterson and Ciara Knight, this annual luncheon features keynote speaker Henry (“The Bookshop at Water’s End”), joined by fellow authors Ane Mulligan, Patty Smith Hall, Pam Mantovani, and Rachel Jones. 10 a.m. Feb. 10. Talk, signing. $37.50 includes lunch, meet n’ greets, two free books, readings. RSVP required. Marietta Educational Garden Center, 505 Kennesaw Ave., Marietta, 770-427-3494, www.foxtalebookshoppe.com