Jesse Crosson Book Signing

Event ID: PP1150743

Sun, Mar 15, 2026 | 4:15 PM - 4:35 PM

Venue: Level 6 Foyer (Hilton Austin Downtown)

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Summary

Jesse Crosson will be signing copies of “The Best Part of Prison” at the SXSW Bookstore.

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