Local author to discuss upcoming novel

Author Stephanie Evanovich of Asbury Park will hold a meet-and-greet based on her new novel, “The Sweet Spot,” at 7 p.m. July 23 at Barnes & Noble, 180 Route 35, Eatontown.

The book continues the saga of Chase Walker, a hunky professional baseball player and his sassy wife, Amanda. The couple was featured last year in Evanovich’s debut novel, “Big Girl Panties.”

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