06 Nov New York Times Bestselling Author Shaka Senghor Comes to Century Park for Special Book Signing & Talk on November 12
Century City is welcoming an inspiring afternoon of conversation, storytelling, and personal transformation as New York Times bestselling author, resilience expert, and thought leader Shaka Senghor visits Century Park on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
Presented as part of The Edit at Century Park, the special event will take place from 12–2 PM at The Terrace at Century Park and feature an engaging conversation and book signing celebrating Senghor’s latest book, How to Be Free: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life’s Hidden Prisons.
From spending 19 years in prison to becoming a globally recognized voice on resilience, leadership, and personal transformation, Senghor’s remarkable journey is a powerful testament to the human capacity for change. Born in Detroit amid economic hardship, he overcame extraordinary adversity to become an acclaimed author, sought-after speaker, and trusted advisor to some of the world’s most influential organizations.
In his latest book, How to Be Free, Senghor shares a transformative roadmap for breaking free from the invisible emotional and psychological barriers that can hold us back. Drawing on his personal experiences and years of guiding others, he explores how to overcome fear, release grief and shame, turn setbacks into comebacks, and discover lasting joy and fulfillment.
During the Century Park appearance, guests will have the opportunity to hear Senghor share the lessons that shaped his journey, explore practical strategies for creating greater freedom in their own lives, and meet the author during a special book signing. Light refreshments will also be available for guests who RSVP.
Since his release from prison in 2010, Senghor has inspired audiences around the world and advised leaders at major organizations including Apple, Google, Meta, Airbnb, and Andreessen Horowitz. His acclaimed memoir, Writing My Wrongs: Life, Death, and Redemption in an American Prison, became a New York Times bestseller, followed by Letters to the Sons of Society, a two-time Porchlight bestseller.
His widely viewed TED Talk has reached more than 1.8 million viewers, and his numerous honors include recognition on Oprah Winfrey’s SuperSoul 100, Ebony magazine’s Power 100, and the NAACP’s Great Expectations Award.
About The Edit at Century Park
The Edit at Century Park is a curated cultural series bringing the best of dance, art, music, and thought-provoking conversations to the greater Los Angeles community. Designed to transform the traditional office environment into a vibrant cultural destination, the series creates opportunities for office tenants, neighboring businesses, and the community to experience inspiring arts and culture.
Past programming has featured acclaimed performers and artists including L.A. Dance Project, the Philharmonic, and Dante Elephante, along with Convergence, a curated art exhibition showcasing the work of six artists.
Event Details
What: Shaka Senghor – How to Be Free Book Signing & Talk
When: Thursday, November 12, 2026 | 12–2 PM
Where: The Terrace at Century Park
2000 Avenue of the Stars, Century City, CA 90067
Admission: RSVP requested. Light refreshments available with RSVP.
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear an extraordinary story of resilience, redemption, and the power of personal transformation.
