L.L. Kirchner's 'The Critic' Launch Party with 90s Trivia

An exciting release event full of competition and Nineties Era nostalgia

Location: The Book Lounge, 631 Central Avenue
Date: Wednesday, June 16th, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:45 PM)

Details:

From the sensational author of The Queenpin Chronicles comes a darkly funny psychological suspense novel set in 1990s Pittsburgh. To celebrate the novel’s release, join us for a themed 90s trivia night inspired by the world of the book. Expect a mix of Pittsburgh nostalgia, pop culture, headlines, movies, music, and throwback references from the decade before smartphones and social media.

About The Book:

Everyone thinks Jessica Greer poisoned her rival. Including, in her worst moments, Jessica Greer.

Pittsburgh, 1995. The Steel City's most notorious theater critic collapses at his new desk. Ricin. Hidden in a brownie. Delivered by mail. Jessica — the columnist he replaced — has motive, means, and an unsettling working knowledge of crime TV plots she really should have kept to herself.

She has a psychiatric history. A sharp mouth. A memory she can't entirely trust. The press has already dubbed her the Mail Murderess.

Meanwhile, the case against her keeps unraveling. Artistic rivalries. Buried family histories. Clues hiding in library card catalogs and microfiche reels. And a city that knows how to keep a secret. Jessica isn't sure whether she's investigating the crime — or building one against herself.

Your ticket includes:
• Hand-signed copy of The Critic
• Author conversation + audience Q&A
• Entry in 90s-themed trivia with prizes

Tickets: $23 (includes the book)

Seating is limited. Be sure to secure your ticket before it's too late!