About
Join us for an unforgettable evening with R.F. Kuang, the New York Times #1 bestselling author of The Poppy War, Babel and Yellowface. Kuang returns with her highly anticipated novel, Katabasis, a dark academia fantasy where two rival graduate students must journey to Hell to rescue their professor’s soul— perhaps at the cost of their own.
In conversation, Kuang with delve into the inspirations behind Katabasis, exploring themes of rivalry, redemption and the boudaries between life and death. She’ll trace the evolution of her genre-defying storytelling, from the epic military fantasy of The Poppy War to the hugely sucessful satirical thriller Yellowface, that have captured reader’s imaginations around the globe.
Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to her work, this is a rare opportunity to hear from one of today’s boldest and most boundary-breaking novelists.
The cost of the ticket and book bundle includes:
- One (1) signed deluxe limited edition copy of Katabasis.
- A custom Canadian tour stamp
Tickets will go on sale July 14, 2025.
Published by HarperCollins Canada
Venue
Koerner Hall in the Telus Centre for Performance & Learning
273 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON