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MIDLIFE CRISIS Brian Morton reads from his novel “Breakable You” (Harcourt), which follows a moderately successful novelist as he attempts to woo a younger woman. Tonight, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 2289 Broadway at 82nd Street, 212-362-8835, free.

BRAINY CHILDREN Alissa Quart reads from her essay “Hothouse Kids: The Dilemma of the Gifted Child” (Penguin), about the frenzy to nurture the natural talents of children. Tonight, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 1972 Broadway at 66th Street, 212-595-6859, free.

LAUGH OUT LOUD A correspondent with National Public Radio, John Hodgman, reads from his satirical book “Areas of My Expertise” (Riverhead). Tonight, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 4 Astor Place at Broadway, 212-420-1322, free.


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