# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Other Road | An Evening with Dr. Carlos Perez
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Event Description**: A dark fantasy reimagining of The Wizard of Oz...About this EventThe Other Road | An Evening with Dr. Carlos PerezJoin us for an evening with Dr. Carlos Perez, author of , a dark fantasy reimagining of The Wizard of Oz that dares to ask: What if the Yellow Brick Road wasn’t the only path? Blending gothic fairy tale and epic adventure, Perez follows Elphaba—the Wicked Witch of the West—through a haunting journey of power, identity, and redemption.? Free & open to the public · RSVP recommendedABOUT THE BOOK:The Other Road is a dark fantasy reimagining of The Wizard of Oz that dares to ask: What if the Yellow Brick Road wasn’t the only path? Blending elements of epic fantasy, gothic fairy tale, and literary adventure, The Other Road follows Elphaba the iconic Wicked Witch of the West as she survives the collapse of Oz and embarks on a journey down a mysterious red brick road filled with haunting secrets, unexpected allies, and a destiny she never asked for. Set in an Oz transformed by betrayal, war, and magic long forgotten, the novel explores themes of identity, power, and redemption. Familiar landmarks like the Emerald City and the Yellow Brick Road are reimagined through a darker lens, introducing readers to places like Wraithwood Swamp, the Forest of Gugu, and the Old Emerald City Cemetery.ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Dr. Carlos Perez is a dedicated educator, nonprofit leader, and storyteller, bringing over 27 years of experience in public education to his debut novel, The Other Road." Most recently, he served as the Executive Director for an educational nonprofit in Miami Beach, where he is committed to equity, opportunity, and transformative educational experiences for students and communities. A first-generation college graduate and the proud son of immigrant parents who came to the United States in search of a better life, He understands firsthand the power of education and perseverance. He earned his Doctoral Degree from Northeastern University, a Master’s Degree from Hofstra University, a Bachelor’s Degree from Long Island University, and an Associate’s Degree from Suffolk Community College.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/fb2a4270-beee-11f0-bd69-2fb70445d7e4-rimg-w490-h740-dcf3f8eb-gmir.jpg
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- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, trips-adventures, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
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- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
  - Location: Books & Books
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Coral Gables
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Books & Books
- **lat**: 25.7505441
- **long**: -80.2599664
- **full address**: Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, United States
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- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Books & Books
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, literary-art, trips-adventures, nonprofit
- **Q**: What is the duration of the event?
  - **A:** 1 hour 30 minutes
- **Q**: What is the location of the event?
  - **A:** Books & Books
- **Q**: What is the languages of the event?
  - **A:** English
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about The Other Road | An Evening with Dr. Carlos Perez ?
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