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Nancy Drew fans, collectors, and scholars from across the country are invited to Toledo to celebrate the 95th anniversary of the publication of the first Nancy Drew book, The Secret of the Old Clock. The commemoration takes place Thursday through Saturday, April 24-26, at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library’s Main Library in downtown Toledo. The […]
Nancy Drew fans, collectors, and scholars from across the country are invited to Toledo to celebrate the 95th anniversary of the publication of the first Nancy Drew book, The Secret of the Old Clock. The commemoration takes place Thursday through Saturday, April 24-26, at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library’s Main Library in downtown Toledo. The […]
Join award-winning author, scientist and ecologist, Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer for a live, virtual community conversation where you can learn the profound ways to live alongside our natural world. Drawing from her book, Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants, Dr. Kimmerer will share important lessons of how we can build more respectful […]
What happens when you lose your freedom and the people who eventually get it back for you are no longer alive to thank? The Toledo Lucas County Public Library welcomes […]
Join Gathering Volumes for a reading and discussion with Dr. Greta Lynn Uehling about her book Decolonizing Ukraine at Gathering Volumes in Perrysburg, OH, on Sunday, June 22! About the book: In this ground-breaking book, distinguished anthropologist Greta Lynn Uehling illuminates the untold stories of Russia’s occupation of Crimea from 2014 to the present, revealing […]
The Toledo Lucas County Public Library welcomes highly acclaimed New York Times bestseller Laura Lippman returns with an irresistible mystery featuring Muriel Blossom, a former private investigator and widow, whose vacation on a Parisian river cruise turns into a deadly international mystery that only she can solve. Since her debut, Lippman has been recognized as […]
The Toledo Lucas County Public Library welcomes former U.S. Senator and Retired U.S. Ambassador, Carol Moseley Braun to Authors! In TRAILBLAZER, Moseley Braun details her stormy childhood in post-World War II Chicago up to her many firsts since entering politics in the 1970s, shattering ceilings and making history: The first Black woman ever elected to the […]
Gathering Volumes is excited to welcome award-winning USA TODAY columnist and television commentator Christine Brennan home on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at Ottawa Hills Junior/Senior High! This is a ticketed event, in order to secure a seat, a book purchase is required. A link is provided below to purchase your copy of “On Her Game” […]
The Toledo Library’s Toledo Comic Arts Festival (TolCAF) brings people together through comics. The festival promotes the diversity of the medium from a wide range of creators, encourages comics reading, and celebrates visual literacy. TolCAF features workshops, lectures, keynote speakers, a creator fair, panel discussions, and more for comics fans of all ages. More authors, […]
Stop by The Muddy Maumee Book and Art Festival for this two-day event that showcases and celebrates local artists and authors at the Ribbon in the beautiful Glass City Metropark on the banks of the Maumee River. There will be live music, entertainment, tasty food, and drinks available. Over 50 authors and artists will be […]
Discover creativity on the banks of the Maumee River at the first annual Muddy Maumee Book and Art Festival at Glass City Metropark. Taking place on September 27 from 10 AM–6 PM and September 28 from 11 AM–5 PM, this two-day festival will feature more than 55 local authors and artists showcasing their work. Visitors […]
Stop by The Muddy Maumee Book and Art Festival for this two-day event that showcases and celebrates local artists and authors at the Ribbon in the beautiful Glass City Metropark on the banks of the Maumee River. There will be live music, entertainment, tasty food, and drinks available. Over 50 authors and artists will be […]
Discover creativity on the banks of the Maumee River at the first annual Muddy Maumee Book and Art Festival at Glass City Metropark. Taking place on September 27 from 10 AM–6 PM and September 28 from 11 AM–5 PM, this two-day festival will feature more than 55 local authors and artists showcasing their work. Visitors […]
Join other romance novel enthusiasts at Main Library for the second annual Romance-Con on Saturday, November 8! Romance-Con is a free event that is open to the public but intended for adults. No ticket is required for entry which includes an Author Fair, author panel discussions, and activities. For a schedule of authors, workshops, and discussions and more […]
50th Anniversary Reprint by Bruce Lynn and Christopher Winters Stop by the National Museum of the Great Lakes for a special book signing event with maritime photographer and author Christopher Winters. On Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 2–3 p.m., Winters will sign copies of the newly released 50th anniversary edition of “The Legend Lives On: […]
Step into a raw and resonant discussion with actress, dancer, and mental health advocate Alyson Stoner for this special evening at the Toledo Library, celebrating their debut memoir, Semi-Well-Adjusted Despite Literally Everything. Stoner will share intimate insights into their journey from child star to mental health practitioner — focusing on deconstructing the myth of being […]
Author Talk with Connie Berry USA Today and Amazon bestselling author Connie Berry joins Authors! to discuss her latest novel, A Grave Deception, the sixth book in her popular Kate Hamilton Mystery Series. Berry will share the inspirations behind the beloved character Kate Hamilton, along with insights into her antique- and history-driven writing process. This […]
Author Talk with Brad Meltzer Join #1 New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer for a discussion of his newest Zig & Nola novel, The Viper. Meltzer will explore the secrets, twists, and real-world history behind the latest installment in his acclaimed thriller series. The conversation will also highlight his research-driven storytelling, the enduring appeal […]
Author Talk with Stefan Merrill Block Stefan Merrill Block joins Authors! to discuss his debut memoir, Homeschooled. The book chronicles his unconventional upbringing under the guidance of his erratic mother and the shock of reentering society through public high school. This program offers a compelling look at the early days of legalized homeschooling in the […]
Author Talk with Mary Kubica Join bestselling suspense author Mary Kubica for a discussion of her latest novel, It’s Not Her. Known for her emotionally driven, twist-filled thrillers, Kubica will share how she draws on real-life tension and hidden histories to craft stories that keep readers guessing. In It’s Not Her, a quiet family retreat […]
Author Talk with Mary Kubica Terah Shelton Harris, a rising voice in contemporary fiction, joins us for an evening of insight and reflection. With a background as a librarian and journalist, Harris weaves themes of resilience, belonging, and community into her storytelling. She’ll share the inspirations behind Where the Wildflowers Grow and explore how stories help us […]
Author Talk with Deborah Goodrich Royce Meet acclaimed author and former actress Deborah Goodrich Royce as she discusses her latest thriller, Best Boy. Royce will explore the intricate themes of identity, buried memories, and the dangerous secrets that resurface from the past. The discussion will offer a fascinating look at how Goodrich Royce blends her experience […]
Author Talk with Olesya Salnikova Gilmore Join Olesya Salnikova Gilmore for this special evening celebrating her new novel, The Fortune Tellers of Rue Daru. Gilmore will share insights behind her captivating new book, focusing on the blend of historical fiction, paranormal mystery, and the enduring secrets held within the Russian émigré community in 1920s Paris. This […]
About the event Nick Petrie joins Authors to discuss his latest novel, The Dark Time. Learn more about Petrie’s ascent to the heights of fiction writing and get a sneak peek at one of the most anticipated novels of the year! This event includes a 45 minute discussion or author-led presentation followed by a brief […]
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