Join us for an intimate Charleston Porch Talks conversation with bestselling authors Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. Known for their powerful storytelling, this dynamic duo brings overlooked histories to life through compelling narratives centered on extraordinary women.

Marie Benedict is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author celebrated for acclaimed novels including The Only Woman in the Room, The Mystery of Mrs. Christie, and Lady Clementine. Victoria Christopher Murray, bestselling author of more than thirty novels, is an NAACP Image Award winner for Stand Your Ground and beloved for titles such as The Ex Talk and Greed.

Their widely celebrated novel The Personal Librarian captivated readers nationwide, followed by the bestselling The First Ladies, and now they return with A Pair of Aces, a riveting story of ambition, resilience, and two women who reshaped history.

Charleston Porch Talks offers a rare, close-up experience with meaningful conversation, fresh perspective, and thoughtful dialogue, all while supporting The Post and Courier’s Public Service & Investigative Fund.

Event Information:

Date: Monday, July 20, 2026

Time: 6:30 pm- 8:00 pm (doors open at 6:00 pm)

Location: Rita Liddy Hollings Science Center

Ticket Information:

VIP meet & greet + autographed book: $55

Standard admission + autographed book: $40