Anaïs Nin Night

On Tuesday, July 21st

Hot Literati Member and writer Marissa Vivian lead our New York Chapter through Anaïs Nin Night.

Hot Literatis never flake

It was a crazy day in New York, as a storm broke and we all got notifications of a tornado warning! But still, we gathered as a group to celebrate life, literature, and Hot Literati.

Part One

First, everyone trickled in LES Wines on Ludlow street and we checked them in. Attendees were each given a bottle of Les Cahiers Secrets-- a scent inspired by Nin, specifically in Henry and June. Then, we divided everyone into two groups to discuss Nin and come up with their own contemporary characters.

The groups came up with everything from angsty trust fund babies to 90 year old men obsessed with Audrey Hepburn.

Marissa giving everyone instructions

Part Two

Once everyone was warmed up, we split into three different groups to write scenes set in the present day but inspired by Nin. The groups requested backing tracks and performed their skits in front of the curated wine selection. We laughed, we pointed, we got over ourselves and had a good time.

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Part Three

Then, most importantly, we hung out. A box of white roses mysteriously appeard at the door, and everyone left with a rose, perfume, and new friends from the Hot Literati Universe.

Thank you

To the Anaïs Nin foundation for your support of this event.

Thank you to Marissa Vivian for being in Hot Literati and hosting.

Thank you to our venue partner LES Wine for hosting us and for providing a great selection of beverages for our guests (everyone loves a small Aperol Spritz!)

Thank you to Jouissance for sending Les Cahiers Secrets samples for our members.

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