Starry Night at the Beach

Book signings are BORING, but who doesn't love a party? Come FREE to a "Starry Night at the Beach" for a concoction of art, books, live music and food (well, snacks). Although Van Gogh himself could not make it, you've got the next best thing: artist Rebecca Zdybel! And like the proverbial set of steak knives, you also get me, my erudition and my latest novel, "Van Gogh's Lover," which does happen to have a lot to do with a certain painter (no spoilers). Seriously, folks, come on out to the Rebecca Z Artist Studio Gallery on Restaurant Row on August 2 from 5-9. It's free, but should you decide to buy something, thirty percent goes to benefit The Chaya Project. I hope to see you there! (FROM Michael Hetzer)