Mar 6, 2026 - Culture

Markus Zusak to celebrate 20 years of "The Book Thief" in Parma

Sam Allard

Black and white portrait of author Markus Zusak, white man wearing hoodie and tshirt. — Photo: Simone Padovani/Awakening/Getty Images

Author Markus Zusak is coming to Parma to mark a milestone for one of the most beloved novels of the 21st century.

Why it matters: Since its 2006 release, Zusak's "The Book Thief" has sold more than 19 million copies and spent nearly two decades on the New York Times bestseller list.

Driving the news: Zusak will appear at the Parma-Snow branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library at 7pm Monday to celebrate the book's 20th anniversary.

Stop by: Tickets are $25 and include a seat at the talk, a special edition of the novel and a donation to the Cuyahoga County Public Library Foundation.

Additional copies of the 20th anniversary "keepsake edition," which include a new cover, sprayed edges, and notes from Zusak's original notebook, will be available for purchase at the event.

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Markus Zusak to celebrate 20 years of "The Book Thief" in Parma

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