North Central College hosts a talk by Bill Bryson Oct. 26 as part of the College’s Sesquicentennial Author Series presented by Anderson’s Bookshops. Bryson’s talk begins at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, in the Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall, 31 S. Ellsworth St. The cost is $22 and includes a copy of a new paperback edition of his book "At Home: A Short History of Private Life," and admission to the author event, question-and-answer session and signing line. Bryson is a best-selling American-born author of humorous books on travel, as well as books on the English language and on science. He has lived in Britain for most his professional life, and serves as chancellor of Durham University. Visit andersonsbookshop.com or call 630-355-2665 to learn more.