Join FOLMC for the October 16th Literary Luncheon held at the Strathmore Mansion in North Bethesda. The luncheon features an author talk and book signing, followed by a catered lunch. A limited number of books will be available for purchase on-site during the luncheon. Authors John Gilstrap and Grady Smith will discuss their featured works on the theme of War & Literature.

John Gilstrap is a New York Times bestselling author and screenwriter. His nonfiction book Six Minutes to Freedom tells the story of Kurt Muse, the only civilian of record ever rescued by the super-secret Delta Force.

Grady Smith is a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel who commanded an infantry company in the Mekong Delta during the Vietnam War. His book Blood Chit tells how a small battle in the rice paddies south of Saigon can be one battle too many.

FOLMC is proud to partner with the F. Scott Fitzgerald Festival for this luncheon to kick off their multi-day event focusing on the theme of War and Literature. For more information on the festival please visit www.fscottfestival.org.