From the Allen campaign today:

Best-selling authors Stephen King, John Grisham and Tess Gerritsen will headline
a special fundraising event for the U.S. Senate campaign of Congressman Tom All
en in Bangor on Saturday, June 7.

The authors will each do a reading from their recent works and talk about the im
portance of Allen's candidacy for the Senate. King is a resident of Bangor. Gerr
itsen resides in Camden.

"I don't often get involved in politics, but I believe there is a great deal at
stake in this year's election," King said. "Tess, John and I believe that we nee
d change in America. What has happened to our country in the last eight years is
downright scary ? and believe me, I know scary."

Allen's vote against the war in Iraq, his support for the middle class, energy i
ndependence and affordable health care are all reasons King supports his candida
cy for the U.S. Senate. "Electing Tom Allen to the U.S. Senate is an important s
tep towards change for our country, and we are proud to support him," he said.

General admission tickets are $25 for the 7 p.m. event at Bangor Auditorium, Bas
s Park Complex, located at 100 Dutton St. Doors will open at 6 p.m.