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TUTEN ON TINTIN Frederic Tuten reads from his new book, “Tintin in the New World: A Romance” (Black Classic), which revives the plucky boy explorer created by the Belgian artist Herge. In this grownup installment, Tintin and his motley entourage travel to Machu Picchu, where they encounter characters from Thomas Mann’s “The Magic Mountain.” Tonight, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble Astor Place, 4 Astor Place at Broadway, 212-420-1322, free.
DRESSED IN PAPER David Sedaris celebrates the paperback release of his essay collection “Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim” (Back Bay) with two Manhattan readings. Tonight, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble Union Square, 33 E. 17th St. at Broadway, 212-253-0810, free. Also: Tomorrow, 6:30 p.m., Coliseum Books, 11 W. 42nd St., between Fifth and Sixth avenues, 212-803-5890, free.
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