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INSIDE A MAN Richard Ford reads from his novel “The Lay of the Land” (Knopf), which follows the recurring character Frank Bascombe, who appeared in Mr. Ford’s novels “Independence Day” and “The Sportswriter.” Tonight, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 33 E. 17th St., between Broadway and Park Avenue, 212-253-0810, free.
MOUNTAIN WOMAN Adriana Trigiani reads from her novel “Home to Big Stone Gap” (Random House), about a woman from the Blue Ridge Mountains who decides to make a major change in her life. Tonight, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 2289 Broadway at 82nd Street, 212-362-8835, free.