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North Country Novel Comes Full Circle, as Bestselling Author Tracey Lange Prepares for SUNY Potsdam Visit on Oct. 23

SUNY Potsdam to Host Visit by Tracey Lange, Returning to the Location of Her New Book, 'What Happened to the McCrays?' -- Potsdam, N.Y.

Potsdam, NY (10/06/2025) — SUNY Potsdam is excited to welcome New York Times bestselling author Tracey Lange for a special visit on Thursday, Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. in the Barrington Student Union. Lange will give a free public talk and sign copies of her newest novel, "What Happened to the McCrays?," which is set in and around Potsdam, N.Y.

This marks Lange's first return to the area since the book's release, and she'll meet with students and community members, while visiting some of the local spots that inspired her story.

"What Happened to the McCrays?" is a poignant story about the resilience of family, the importance of community, and the magic of middle school hockey. Full of love and hope, the book takes an intimate look at both sides of a failed marriage and two people who must finally confront the pain of their past or risk being consumed by it.

Tracey Lange was born and raised in New York City before heading west to graduate from the University of New Mexico with a degree in psychology. After owning and operating a mental health services company with her husband for 15 years, she completed the Stanford University novel writing program while working on her first novel, the New York Times bestseller, "We Are the Brennans." Her second novel is titled "The Connellys of County Down." Lange currently lives in beautiful Bend, Oregon with her husband, two sons, and beloved German Shepherd.

Lange's Oct. 23 talk is free and open to the public, and a book signing with light refreshments will follow the event. Hardcover copies of the book will also be available for sale.

While walk-ins will be welcomed at the door, guests are asked to reserve tickets in advance to help the campus prepare for the expected audience size. You can reserve a free ticket online at www.givecampus.com/schools/SUNYPotsdam/events/what-happened-to-the-mccrays-book-talk-with-author-tracey-lange.

There is also an option to reserve a ticket for the event, as well as a hardcover copy of the book in advance, via the same registration link.

"What Happened to the McCrays?" is available at the Potsdam Gear Shop, located in the Barrington Student Union, and at all national retailers. It is also available at local libraries (pending availability) and for digital download.

This LoKo Arts project is made possible by the generosity and artistic vision of Kathryn (Kofoed) Lougheed '54 and Donald Lougheed (Hon. '54).

About SUNY Potsdam:

Founded in 1816, The State University of New York at Potsdam is one of America's first 50 colleges -- and the oldest institution within SUNY. Now in its third century, SUNY Potsdam is distinguished by a legacy of pioneering programs and educational excellence. The College currently enrolls approximately 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students. Home to the world-renowned Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam is known for its challenging liberal arts and sciences core, distinction in teacher training and culture of creativity. To learn more, visit www.potsdam.edu.

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Bestselling author Tracey Lange will visit SUNY Potsdam to discuss her novel set in Potsdam, “What Happened to the McCrays?,” on Thursday, Oct. 23.

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