LES ROBERTS Brief bio

Author Les Roberts of Cleveland is writing a novel set in Youngstown. He will appear at the public library’s third annual literary society event at 6 p.m. Friday at the main library, 305 Wick Ave. Some facts about Roberts:

He is the author of 23 novels.

He has written nearly one-dozen short stories.

He is a former Hollywood writer and producer.

He has written for television classics such as “I Love Lucy,” “Hollywood Squares” and “The Andy Griffith Show.”

To purchase tickets, call Deborah Liptak (330) 744-8636, Ext. 118. The cost is $50.