When does the event start?

The reading and discussion begin on 29.04.2026 at 7:00 PM.

How long will the evening last?

A duration until 8:30 PM is planned.

What is the entry fee?

In advance sale via Bonnticket, the regular entry is €16, reduced €8, and €2.50. At the box office, the prices are €18, €10, and €3.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes, the Educational Forum Bonn allows for barrier-free access.

What is All My Mothers about?

The novel explores the formative relationship with mothers, issues of origin, bonding, doubt, and familial memory.

Is there a discussion with the reading?

Yes, the event is announced as a reading and discussion.

Lena Gorelik reads in Bonn: A quiet, intelligent literary event about mothers

Name: Lena Gorelik reads in Bonn from “All My Mothers”
Start: 2026-04-29T21:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-29T22:30:00+02:00
Location: Bildungsforum Bonn

An evening about origins, closeness and the silent power of mothers

With “All My Mothers”, Lena Gorelik opens a literary space in which memory, identity and familial influence merge. The reading and discussion at the Educational Forum Bonn promise a finely balanced literary experience that combines the intimacy of the novel with the immediacy of the author encounter.

A novel about the first bond of our lives

In her new book, Gorelik explores perhaps the most formative relationship of all: that with mothers. The novel tells of love, doubt, loss, care, and the long echo of familial experiences. Those who appreciate literary quality will encounter a language that is precise, empathetic, and intellectually alert.

Reading atmosphere with discussion and context

The evening is announced as a reading and discussion, thereby offering the ideal framework for a deeper look at material, style, and narrative structure. This makes the event interesting not only for readers of the novel but also for anyone who wants to experience contemporary literature in cultural discourse.

Why this evening is special

Lena Gorelik is one of the important voices in German literature. Her works have been awarded multiple times, including the Heinrich Mann Prize for essay writing and the Prize of the Literary Houses 2026. Her texts connect social perception with literary precision and a distinctive voice that becomes even closer in conversation.

The venue: Educational Forum Bonn as a quiet resonance space

The Educational Forum Bonn offers barrier-free access, providing a suitable environment for an open, focused reading. The location at Krausfeld creates an urban yet subdued atmosphere where language and audience are close together.

Conclusion

This evening promises not a loud stage, but a deep, intelligent, and moving literary event. Those interested in contemporary prose, family stories, and finely observed contemporary literature should experience Lena Gorelik live in Bonn.