Author and historian Scott Longert will be at the Willowick Public Library at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 15 as he discusses his latest book, “Love and Loss the Short Life of Ray Chapman.” The son of a coal miner from a small Illinois town, Cleveland Indians shortstop Ray Chapman lived the American dream until his untimely death at age 29 when he became the only major league baseball player killed during a game. Longert is the author of numerous books on Cleveland baseball history from the post–Civil War era through the middle of the twentieth century, according to a news release. He has a master’s degree in American history from Cleveland State University and has appeared on numerous broadcast media shows, on baseball documentaries, and at the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Books will be available for purchase after the presentation, the release stated. This special event is free to attend, however registration is required. Visit www.we247.org or call 440-943-4151 for more information or to register. The library is located at 263 E. 305 St.