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SUMMARY:The Muddy Maumee Book and Art Festival
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThere will be live music\, entertainment\, tasty food\, and drinks available. Over 50 authors and artists will be on hand to share with you their creations. \nYou won’t want to miss out!
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/the-muddy-maumee-book-and-art-festival/2025-09-27
LOCATION:Glass City Metropark\, 1505 Front Street\, Toledo\, Ohio
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SUMMARY:Muddy Maumee Book and Art Festival
DESCRIPTION: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 can enjoy live music\, delicious food\, and adult beverages while exploring unique books\, art\, and handmade creations in a scenic riverside setting. Don’t miss this exciting celebration of literature\, art\, and community at one of Toledo’s most beautiful parks.
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/muddy-maumee-book-and-art-festival/2025-09-27
LOCATION:The Ribbon at Glass City Metropark\, 1521 Front St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43605\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Muddy Maumee Book and Art Festival
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThere will be live music\, entertainment\, tasty food\, and drinks available. Over 50 authors and artists will be on hand to share with you their creations. \nYou won’t want to miss out!
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/the-muddy-maumee-book-and-art-festival/2025-09-28
LOCATION:Glass City Metropark\, 1505 Front Street\, Toledo\, Ohio
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SUMMARY:Muddy Maumee Book and Art Festival
DESCRIPTION: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 can enjoy live music\, delicious food\, and adult beverages while exploring unique books\, art\, and handmade creations in a scenic riverside setting. Don’t miss this exciting celebration of literature\, art\, and community at one of Toledo’s most beautiful parks.
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/muddy-maumee-book-and-art-festival/2025-09-28
LOCATION:The Ribbon at Glass City Metropark\, 1521 Front St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43605\, United States
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SUMMARY:Romance-Con
DESCRIPTION:Join other romance novel enthusiasts at Main Library for the second annual Romance-Con on Saturday\, November 8!\n\nRomance-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.\n\nFor a schedule of authors\, workshops\, and discussions and more visit the Toledo Library’s website!
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/romance-con
LOCATION:Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
CATEGORIES:books,lecture,library
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SUMMARY:Book Signing: "The Legend Lives On: S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald"
DESCRIPTION:50th Anniversary Reprint by Bruce Lynn and Christopher Winters\n\nStop by the National Museum of the Great Lakes for a special book signing event with maritime photographer and author Christopher Winters.\n\nOn 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: S.S. 𝘌𝘥𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘍𝘪𝘵𝘻𝘨𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘥”\, co-authored with Bruce Lynn.\n\nThis updated and amended edition commemorates five decades since the tragic sinking of the S.S. 𝘌𝘥𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘍𝘪𝘵𝘻𝘨𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘥 and includes 50 new pages of content not found in the original release. Copies of the book will be available for purchase in the Museum Store.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to meet the author\, have your book signed\, and be part of honoring the enduring story of the Great Lakes’ most legendary ship.
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/book-signing-the-legend-lives-on-s-s-edmund-fitzgerald
LOCATION:National Museum of the Great Lakes\, 1701 Front St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43605\, United States
CATEGORIES:books,history
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Alyson Stoner
DESCRIPTION: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 “well-adjusted\,” the pursuit of genuine well-being\, and the urgent need for reform within the entertainment industry. This is a galvanizing discussion perfect for fans of bold personal stories\, cultural critique\, and those interested in breaking generational trauma. \nAbout the book: \nSemi-Well-Adjusted Despite Literally Everything is Alyson Stoner’s revelatory and incisive debut memoir\, charting their life from a child performer to a voice for industry reform. The book exposes the reality behind the “toddler to trainwreck pipeline\,” detailing a harrowing path that includes family violence\, an eating disorder that led to rehab\, the messy process of discovering their queer sexuality in a religious environment\, and the challenges of navigating mental health in a chaotic world. Bold and unflinching\, Stoner maps her unconventional journey to deliver a powerful cultural critique on the entertainment ecosystem and society’s enchantment with fame\, offering a guide on how to break the bonds of generational trauma and find the freedom that comes from trusting your own voice. \nAbout the author: \nBorn right here in Toledo\, Ohio — Alyson Stoner is an American actor\, dancer\, and singer\, well-known for their roles in films like Cheaper by the Dozen\, the Step Up franchise\, the Camp Rock movies\, and as the voice of Isabella in Phineas and Ferb. Their career started at a young age\, including dancing for artists like Missy Elliott and Eminem. Now a New York Times bestselling author\, certified mental health practitioner\, and co-founder of the digital wellness company Movement Genius\, they host the award-winning Dear Hollywood podcast. Their writing is praised for its raw honesty and insightful analysis\, offering an ethical perspective on mass media and child development.
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-alyson-stoner
LOCATION:Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Connie Berry
DESCRIPTION:Author Talk with Connie Berry \nUSA 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. \nBerry will share the inspirations behind the beloved character Kate Hamilton\, along with insights into her antique- and history-driven writing process. This event is ideal for fans of cozy\, historical\, and British mysteries. \nEvent Schedule \n\nGeneral admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m.\nAuthor discussion starts at 7:00 p.m.\nBook signing to follow. Signing is limited.\n\nTickets \n\nTicket required\nEach ticket includes one copy of A Grave Deception\n\nAbout the Book\nA Grave Deception follows antique dealer and amateur sleuth Kate Hamilton and her husband\, Detective Inspector Tom Mallory\, as they join an archaeological dig in the United Kingdom. When a perfectly preserved 14th-century body is uncovered\, the couple is asked to appraise valuable grave goods. The mystery takes a deadly turn when modern-day murders with eerie similarities occur at the same site. To prevent further deaths\, Kate and Tom must unravel a mystery buried for more than 700 years. \n\nAbout the Author\nConnie Berry is an acclaimed mystery writer known for her atmospheric settings\, intricate plots\, and engaging protagonists. Raised in a family of antiques dealers\, she developed a lifelong love of art\, history\, and travel. An Ohio native\, Berry studied in Germany and at Oxford\, where she fell in love with the British Isles. She now lives in Ohio with her husband and their shih tzu\, Emmie.
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-connie-berry
LOCATION:Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
CATEGORIES:books
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Brad Meltzer
DESCRIPTION:Author Talk with Brad Meltzer \nJoin #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 of protagonists Zig Zigarowski and Nola Brown\, and how fiction can reveal deeply personal truths. This event is ideal for fans of fast-paced\, twist-filled thrillers. \nTickets \n\nTicket required\nOne ticket includes one copy of The Viper\n\nEvent Schedule \n\nGeneral admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m.\nEvent starts at 7:00 p.m.\nAuthor discussion runs approximately 45 minutes\nBrief Q&A to follow\nLimited book signing after the presentation\n\nAbout the Book \nThe Viper is the newest Zig & Nola novel from Brad Meltzer\, placing his unconventional protagonists in their most personal and dangerous case yet. \nThe story begins when Andrew Fechmeier\, a man who spent decades hiding a powerful secret\, is murdered for a priceless object concealed in his burial suit. Roddy LaPointe\, driven to uncover the truth behind his own mother’s murder years earlier\, enlists Zig Zigarowski to investigate. The case becomes deeply personal for Roddy’s twin sister\, Nola Brown\, as she uncovers a dark connection between her mother’s past\, the killer’s true identity\, and the object Fechmeier was protecting. \nThis fast-paced thriller unravels a chilling cold case with a shocking twist. \n\nAbout the Author\nBrad Meltzer is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of thrillers\, nonfiction\, and the popular “Ordinary People Change the World” children’s book series\, which inspired the Emmy-nominated PBS Kids show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. \nHis work also includes Eisner Award–winning comics\, and he has hosted several television programs on the History Channel. Meltzer played a key role in recovering the missing 9/11 Ground Zero flag and holds a law degree from Columbia University.
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-brad-meltzer
LOCATION:Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Stefan Merrill Block
DESCRIPTION:Author Talk with Stefan Merrill Block \nStefan 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 United States and is well-suited for readers interested in U.S. history and stories of resilience and self-discovery. \nEvent Details \n\nDoors open at 6:30 p.m.\nTickets required\nLimited book signing with the author after the presentation\n\nTickets \n\nOne ticket includes one copy of Homeschooled\n\nAbout the Book \nBefore homeschooling became a nationwide movement\, and shortly after it was legalized in Texas\, Stefan Merrill Block disappeared from the public school system and into his mother’s increasingly eccentric theories and projects. After five years away from the outside world\, he reentered public school in Plano as a freshman and faced a jarring return to society. \nBoth a portrait of a complicated mother-son relationship and a revealing look at an overlooked chapter in American education\, Homeschooled is a moving\, funny\, and ultimately inspiring story about identity\, independence\, and the cost of unconditional love. \n\nAbout the Author \nStefan Merrill Block grew up in Plano\, Texas. His first novel\, The Story of Forgetting\, was an international bestseller and won multiple literary awards. His work has been translated into ten languages\, and his essays and stories have appeared in The New York Times\, The New Yorker\, The Guardian\, NPR’s Radiolab\, Granta\, The Los Angeles Times\, and more. He now lives in upstate New York.
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LOCATION:Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Mary Kubica
DESCRIPTION:Author Talk with Mary Kubica \nJoin 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. \nIn It’s Not Her\, a quiet family retreat unravels after a scream shatters the night\, revealing a murder\, a missing teenager\, and secrets no one saw coming. This program is ideal for fans of psychological suspense and layered family dramas. \nEvent Details \n\nGeneral admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m.\nAuthor discussion runs approximately 45 minutes\nBrief Q&A to follow\nLimited book signing after the presentation\n\nTickets \n\nTickets required\nEach ticket includes one copy of It’s Not Her\nBooks may only be obtained at the event\n\nAbout the Book \nIt’s Not Her is a gripping thriller about two families who find themselves at the heart of a chilling crime and a mysterious disappearance whiole vacationing at a secluded lake resort. Courtney Gray’s peaceful getaway shatters when a scream pierces the night. Rushing to the neighboring cottage\, she finds her brother and sister-in-law dead\, her teenage niece Reese missing\, and her young nephew Wyatt sleeping peacefully upstairs. \nAs police descend on the quiet resort town\, long-buried secrets about Courtney’s family\, and the town itself\, begin to surface. Courtney is left to wonder whether Reese is another victim\, or the prime suspect. With each revelation\, she uncovers more lies and betrayals\, realizing that everyone has something to hide\, with danger growing as she inches closer to the truth. \n\nAbout the Author\nMary Kubica is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author known for her emotionally charged\, twist-filled suspense novels. A former high school history teacher\, she holds a B.A. in History and American Literature from Miami University in Oxford\, Ohio. Her books have been translated into over thirty languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide\, earning her praise as “a helluva storyteller.” She lives outside Chicago with her husband and children.
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-mary-kubica
LOCATION:Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Terah Shelton Harris
DESCRIPTION:Author Talk with Mary Kubica \nTerah 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 confront the past while imagining brighter futures. \nThe discussion will run approximately 45 minutes\, followed by a brief Q&A. Each attendee will receive a copy of Where the Wildflowers Grow. \nEvent Details \n\nGeneral admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m.\nAuthor discussion runs approximately 45 minutes\nBrief Q&A to follow\nLimited book signing after the presentation\n\nTickets \n\nTickets required\nEach ticket includes one copy of Where the Wildflowers Grow\nBooks may only be obtained at the event\n\nAbout the Book \nLeigh Wilde has lived through unthinkable loss—watching her entire family die—and has carried that grief ever since. When a prison transport bus crashes\, leaving her the sole survivor\, she runs and stumbles upon a hidden flower farm in rural Alabama. There she finds shelter\, unexpected kindness\, and a community shaped by its own scars. As she slowly lets her guard down\, Leigh discovers the possibility of healing and even love. But the ghosts of her past refuse to stay buried\, and when long-held secrets resurface\, she must decide how far she’s willing to go to protect the fragile life she’s begun to build. \n\nAbout the Author\nTerah Shelton Harris is a librarian turned fiction author who crafts stories colored with bittersweet truths. Her writing has appeared in publications like Catapult\, Women’s Health\, and Every Day with Rachael Ray. She is teh author of One Summer in Savannah and Long After We Are Gone. Originally from Illinois\, she now lives in Alabama with her husband.
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LOCATION:Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Deborah Goodrich Royce
DESCRIPTION:Author Talk with Deborah Goodrich Royce \nMeet 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 in Hollywood with her mastery of psychological suspense. This is an engaging event perfect for fans of twist-filled thrillers and deep dives into character-driven mysteries. \nThe discussion will run approximately 45 minutes\, followed by a brief Q&A. Each attendee will receive a copy of  Best Boy.  \nEvent Details \n\nGeneral admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m.\nAuthor discussion runs approximately 45 minutes\nBrief Q&A to follow\nLimited book signing after the presentation\n\nTickets \n\nTickets required\nEach ticket includes one copy of  Best Boy\n\nAbout the Book \nA gripping psychological thriller\, Best Boy teeters on the knife-edge of memory and identity when a shocking letter arrives that threatens to unravel a carefully constructed life. The protagonist\, Viveca Stevenson\, has left a glittering acting career to raise her son in coastal Connecticut\, believing a dark past was buried for good. When a letter drops from the “best boy” on her most famous film\, Misty\, Viveca is forced to confront a shattering Halloween night from high school when she had a different name and face—a night she cannot fully remember. This taut\, twist-filled novel expertly weaves multiple timelines\, exploring the dangerous power of forgetting and the chilling truth that you can never truly outrun the secrets of your past. forgetting. \n\nAbout the Author\nDeborah Goodrich Royce is the award-winning author of literary thrillers that explore puzzles of identity. Her books include the acclaimed Reef Road\, which was named a Publishers Weekly Bestseller and one of the Best Books of 2023 by Kirkus Reviews. Her novel Ruby Falls won the Zibby Award for Best Plot Twist in 2021\, and Finding Mrs. Ford was featured on “best of” lists by Forbes and Good Morning America. Prior to her writing career\, Royce was an actress\, known for her roles as Silver Kane on All My Children and in films like April Fool’s Day and Just One of the Guys. She is also the host of The Ocean House Author Series in Watch Hill\, RI\, and co-hosts the Deer Mountain Writers’ Retreat.
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-deborah-goodrich-royce
LOCATION:Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
CATEGORIES:books
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T190000
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Olesya Salnikova Gilmore
DESCRIPTION:Author Talk with Olesya Salnikova Gilmore  \nJoin 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 is an engaging discussion perfect for fans of atmospheric settings\, family secrets\, and stories that weave together the tangible and the spirit world. \nThe discussion will run approximately 45 minutes\, followed by a brief Q&A. Each attendee will receive a copy of The Fortune Tellers of Rue Daru. \nEvent Details \n\nGeneral admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m.\nAuthor discussion runs approximately 45 minutes\nBrief Q&A to follow\nLimited book signing after the presentation\n\nTickets \n\nTickets required\nEach ticket includes one copy of The Fortune Tellers of Rue Daru\n\nAbout the Book \nThe Fortune Tellers of Rue Daru is Olesya Salnikova Gilmore’s latest novel that transports readers to the bustling Russian émigré community in 1920s Paris. It centers on spirited twenty-something Zina and her secretive grandmother\, Baba Valya\, who run a tearoom on rue Daru. By day\, they serve tea\, but by night\, they divine fortunes and perform séances. When the charming Princess Olga and her brother arrive\, searching for answers about their father\, the Grand Duke (a cousin to the murdered last Tsar of Russia)\, Zina performs a séance. To her horror\, the Grand Duke’s spirit is summoned and begins to haunt the shop\, revealing a sinister connection to Zina’s mother’s untimely death. As Zina delves into her family’s hidden past\, dark secrets are unearthed\, threatening their home\, tearoom\, found family\, and their very lives. \n\nAbout the Author\nOlesya Salnikova Gilmore is the acclaimed author of the novels The Witch and the Tsar and The Haunting of Moscow House. Born in Moscow and raised in the US\, she brings a deep love for Eastern European history and folklore to her work\, which spans genres including fantasy\, paranormal\, gothic horror\, and historical fiction. Formerly a practicing lawyer\, Gilmore transitioned to writing to pursue her passion. Her insightful work has been featured in publications like LitHub and Tor.com. She currently lives in Chicago with her family.
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-olesya-salnikova-gilmore
LOCATION:Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
CATEGORIES:books
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260402T200000
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Nick Petrie
DESCRIPTION:About the event\nNick 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 audience Q&A session. Each ticket includes (1) copy of the featured book \nAbout the book\nThe Dark Time is the ninth installment of the Peter Ash series. At the suggestion of an old friend\, Ash aids an investigative reporter who received a disturbingly specific death threat. Little does the reporter know\, she’s stumbled upon an explosive story that may be more than Peter and his team can handle. \nAbout the author\nNick Petrie\, a University of Michigan Alumnus\, is the highly decorated author behind the popular Peter Ash thriller series. His work has garnered prestigious honors including the ITW Thriller and Barry Awards alongside nominations for the Edgar\, Anthony and Hammett Awards. Through his novels\, Petrie follows the journey of veteran Peter Ash as he navigates a life of danger and stands firm against powerful\, shadowy forces. \nFAQs:\nDo tickets include a copy of the book? Yes\, (1) ticket includes (1) copy of the featured book. \nCan tickets be purchased by phone? No\, tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite only. \nWhat are my parking options at the event? The Library has a free underground parking garage. The garage entrance is located on Adams St. \nWhat time do the doors open? General admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m. \nAre there assigned seats? No. Seating is general admission. The purchase of a ticket guarantees seating. \nIs handicapped seating available? Handicapped seating is available. For special seating arrangements\, please call 419.214.4332 at least one week prior to the event. \nWill an American Sign Language Interpreter be provided for the event? We are happy to provide an ASL Interpreter for the event – if you require this service\, please contact us at 419.214.4332 at least two weeks before the event so arrangements can be made. \nWhat can/can’t I bring to the event? Please do not bring outside food/beverages. There is no video recording or flash photography allowed. \nWill the author hold a book signing after the talk? Yes\, the author will be available for a limited signing opportunity after the presentation. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes\, tickets will be scanned at the door. Tickets can be scanned from your phone via your Eventbrite email receipt. Please have your device with the Eventbrite email open for scanning at entry. Screenshots cannot be scanned. \nCan I get my book if I don’t attend the event? Books may only be obtained at the event.  If you are unable to attend\, you may give your ticket to someone else to pick it up at the event. Forward them your Eventbrite email receipt so they may collect the book. \nWhat is the refund policy? Tickets will be refunded only if the event is canceled. \nWhere can I contact the organizer with any questions? Call the Library at 419.259.5200.
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-nick-petrie
LOCATION:Toledo Lucas County Public Library | Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, 43604
CATEGORIES:books,downtown,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260415T190000
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Jennie Garth
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in partnership with Ottawa Hills Local Schools at the Ottawa Hills High School Auditorium. Because this is a school\, attendees will not be allowed to line up for seats before 5:00 pm. Doors open at 6:00 pm. \nAbout the event\nJoin actress and entrepreneur Jennie Garth for this special evening discussing her new memoir\, I Choose Me: Chasing Joy\, Finding Purpose\, and Embracing Reinvention. Garth will share stories of hard-won wisdom\, focusing on the journey of self-discovery in midlife\, the transformative power of prioritizing yourself\, and challenging outdated narratives around aging with confidence. This book follows her previous memoir\, Deep Thoughts From a Hollywood Blonde\, and serves as the latest extension of her mission to inspire women to embrace their own journeys of self-discovery\, reinvention\, and well-being. \nAbout the book\nI Choose Me: Chasing Joy\, Finding Purpose\, and Embracing Reinvention is Garth’s deeply personal and inspiring memoir\, directly influenced by her thought-provoking podcast of the same name. Blending intimate stories from her life with motivational advice\, Garth offers a guide for women to embrace self-care and take ownership of their mental and physical well-being. She opens up about the importance of putting on your own oxygen mask first\, showing how choosing “you” is the most powerful act of self-respect. The book tackles topics ranging from health and aging to motherhood\, relationships\, and finding purpose\, helping readers say yes to their truest self. \nAbout the author\nJennie Garth is an actress\, podcast host and designer who skyrocketed to stardom with the iconic role of Kelly Taylor in the hit television series “Beverly Hills\, 90210\,” which ran for ten seasons during the 1990s. Most recently\, Jennie is the creator of the “Me by Jennie Garth” brand\, which includes a clothing line for QVC and podcast named “I Choose Me with Jennie Garth” with iHeartPodcasts. Jennie is an advocate for women’s wellness and heart health and a long time supporter for the American Heart association. Jennie lives in Los Angeles with her family and pets. \nFAQs:\nDo tickets include a copy of the book? Yes\, (1) ticket includes (1) copy of the featured book. \nCan tickets be purchased by phone? No\, tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite only. \nWhat are my parking options at the event? Because this is a school\, attendees will not be allowed to line up for seats before 5:00 pm. Doors open at 6:00 pm. There is parking at the high school\, as well as along the neighborhood streets. Please do not block residences or park on residential property. \nWhat time do the doors open? General admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m. \nAre there assigned seats? No. Seating is general admission. The purchase of a ticket guarantees seating. \nIs handicapped seating available? Handicapped seating is available. For special seating arrangements\, please call (419) 214-4332 at least one week prior to the event. \nWill an American Sign Language Interpreter be provided for the event? We are happy to provide an ASL Interpreter for the event – if you require this service\, please contact us at (419) 214-4332 at least two weeks before the event so arrangements can be made. \nWhat can/can’t I bring to the event? Please do not bring outside food/beverages. There is no video recording or flash photography allowed. \nWill the author hold a book signing after the talk? Yes\, the author will be available for a limited signing opportunity after the presentation. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes\, tickets will be scanned at the door. Tickets can be scanned from your phone via your Eventbrite email receipt. Please have your device with the Eventbrite email open for scanning at entry. Screenshots cannot be scanned. \nCan I get my book if I don’t attend the event? Books may only be obtained at the event. If you are unable to attend\, you may give your ticket to someone else to pick it up at the event. Forward them your Eventbrite email receipt so they may collect the book. \nWhat is the refund policy? Tickets will be refunded only if the event is canceled. \nWhere can I contact the organizer with any questions? Call the Library at (419) 214-4332
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-jennie-garth
LOCATION:Ottawa Hills Junior/Senior High\, 2532 Evergreen Rd\, Ottawa Hills\, Ohio\, 43606\, United States
CATEGORIES:books,downtown,educational,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T200000
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Alka Joshi
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nInternational bestseller Alka Joshi joins Authors! to discuss her new release\, Six Days in Bombay. Acclaimed for her lush prose and her ability to weave intricate tales of ambition and cultural identity\, Joshi has redefined the historical fiction genre. Learn more about the inspirations behind her sprawling narratives and the meticulous research needed to bring mid-century Mumbai to life. \nAbout the Book\nIn Six Days in Bombay the year is 1958\, and the city is a swirling kaleidoscope of post-colonial glamour and simmering tension. The story follows the intersecting paths of three strangers; a disillusioned Bollywood starlet\, a young architect\, and street smart informant. Over the course of six days\, their lives collide as secrets from the past threaten to dismantle their futures. Each must decide if they are willing to burn down their old lives to build something in a new India. \nAbout the Author\nAlka Joshi is the New York Times bestselling author of the beloved Henna Artist trilogy\, which has been translated into over twenty languages and is currently being adapted for television. Born in Jodhpur\, India\, Joshi draws deeply from her heritage to create stories that bridge the gap between East and West. Before her literary debut at age sixty-two\, she spent decades running her own advertising and marketing agency. Today\, she is celebrated as a master of “period-perfect” atmosphere and a champion of resilient women. She currently resides in California\, where she is hard at work on her next evocative journey into the past. \nFAQs:\nDo tickets include a copy of the book? Yes\, (1) ticket includes (1) copy of the featured book. \nCan tickets be purchased by phone? No\, tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite only. \nWhat are my parking options at the event? The Library has a free underground parking garage. The garage entrance is located on Adams St. \nWhat time do the doors open? General admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m. \nAre there assigned seats? No. Seating is general admission. The purchase of a ticket guarantees seating. \nIs handicapped seating available? Handicapped seating is available. For special seating arrangements\, please call 419.214.4332 at least one week prior to the event. \nWill an American Sign Language Interpreter be provided for the event? We are happy to provide an ASL Interpreter for the event – if you require this service\, please contact us at 419.214.4332 at least two weeks before the event so arrangements can be made. \nWhat can/can’t I bring to the event? Please do not bring outside food/beverages. There is no video recording or flash photography allowed. \nWill the author hold a book signing after the talk? Yes\, the author will be available for a limited signing opportunity after the presentation. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes\, tickets will be scanned at the door. Tickets can be scanned from your phone via your Eventbrite email receipt. Please have your device with the Eventbrite email open for scanning at entry. Screenshots cannot be scanned. \nCan I get my book if I don’t attend the event? Books may only be obtained at the event. If you are unable to attend\, you may give your ticket to someone else to pick it up at the event. Forward them your Eventbrite email receipt so they may collect the book. \nWhat is the refund policy? Tickets will be refunded only if the event is canceled. \nWhere can I contact the organizer with any questions? Call the Library at 419.259.5200.
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-alka-joshi
LOCATION:Toledo Lucas County Public Library | Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, 43604
CATEGORIES:books,educational,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T200000
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Nicola Harrison
DESCRIPTION:Nicola Harrison joins Authors! to discuss her new novel\, This Island Club. \nAbout the Event\nHailed for her “cinematic and glamourous” historical fiction\, bestseller Nicola Harrison joins Authors! to discuss her latest novel\, The Island Club. Harrison captivates readers with her deeply researched stories of women navigating pivotal moments in American history. Peek behind the scenes of Harrison’s writing process and learn more about her emergence as a prominent voice in contemporary historical fiction. This event features a 45 minute presentation followed by a brief audience Q&A. Each ticket includes a copy of the book. \nAbout the Book\nSet against the sun-drenched backdrop of Balboa Island in 1956\, The Island Club follows the unraveling lives of three women whose only hope for survival is an unlikely friendship forged on the tennis court. Milly Kinkaid is struggling to save a marriage that feels further away than ever; society matriarch Sylvia Johnson faces the sudden ruin of her family’s financial security; and Adele Lambert\, a standoffish loner\, is desperate to keep the dark secrets of her past from being exposed. Beneath the prim and proper facade of this exclusive beach community\, the three women must confront the lies they tell themselves to find the strength to start over. \nAbout the Author\nNicola Harrison is the author of several acclaimed historical novels\, including Montauk\, The Show Girl\, and Hotel Laguna. Born in England and raised in Southern California\, she studied Literature at UCLA and received her MFA from Stony Brook University. Before turning to fiction\, Harrison spent nearly two decades in New York City as a fashion journalist for publications like Forbes and Lucky. She now lives in Manhattan Beach\, California\, with her family and continues to be celebrated for her rich period detail and leading ladies full of heart and moxie. \nFAQs:\nDo tickets include a copy of the book? Yes\, (1) ticket includes (1) copy of the featured book. \nCan tickets be purchased by phone? No\, tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite only. \nWhat are my parking options at the event? The Library has a free underground parking garage. The garage entrance is located on Adams St. \nWhat time do the doors open? General admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m. \nAre there assigned seats? No. Seating is general admission. The purchase of a ticket guarantees seating. \nIs handicapped seating available? Handicapped seating is available. For special seating arrangements\, please call 419.214.4332 at least one week prior to the event. \nWill an American Sign Language Interpreter be provided for the event? We are happy to provide an ASL Interpreter for the event – if you require this service\, please contact us at 419.214.4332 at least two weeks before the event so arrangements can be made. \nWhat can/can’t I bring to the event? Please do not bring outside food/beverages. There is no video recording or flash photography allowed. \nWill the author hold a book signing after the talk? Yes\, the author will be available for a limited signing opportunity after the presentation. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes\, tickets will be scanned at the door. Tickets can be scanned from your phone via your Eventbrite email receipt. Please have your device with the Eventbrite email open for scanning at entry. Screenshots cannot be scanned. \nCan I get my book if I don’t attend the event? Books may only be obtained at the event. If you are unable to attend\, you may give your ticket to someone else to pick it up at the event. Forward them your Eventbrite email receipt so they may collect the book. \nWhat is the refund policy? Tickets will be refunded only if the event is canceled. \nWhere can I contact the organizer with any questions? Call the Library at 419.259.5200
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-nicola-harrison
LOCATION:Toledo Lucas County Public Library | Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, 43604
CATEGORIES:books,educational,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260604T200000
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Natasha Lester
DESCRIPTION:Natasha Lester joins Authors! to discuss her latest book\, The Chateau on Sunset. \nAbout the Event\nNatasha Lester is a New York Times bestselling author and former marketing executive known for her meticulously researched historical fiction that highlights the lives of extraordinary\, trailblazing women. Her new novel\, The Chateau on Sunset\, is a feminist reimagining of Jane Eyre set against the glamorous yet gritty backdrop of Hollywood’s Chateau Marmont between the 1950s and 1970s. Join us to discuss her unique career and to learn more about her latest work.\nThis event features a 45 minute presentation followed by a brief audience Q&A. Each attendee will receive a copy of the book. \nAbout the Book\nSurrounded by the glamor of 1960s Hollywood\, orphan Aria Jones becomes entangled in dark secrets and a complex celebrity romance while living and working at the iconic Chateau Marmont. Through Aria’s journey\, author Natasha Lester explores themes of female agency\, ambition\, and the hidden costs of fame during the Golden Age of cinema. \nAbout the Author\nA former corporate professional turned bestselling author\, Natasha Lester is celebrated for her expertly researched stories that breathe life into her courageous\, history-defining female characters. Lester is renowned for her “fashion forward” research process\, frequently traveling to Paris and New York to study vintage archives. Her work has been translated into over 20 languages\, centered on history’s forgotten women\, ranging from WWII spies and photojournalists to the first female obstetricians. \nFAQs:\nDo tickets include a copy of the book? Yes\, (1) ticket includes (1) copy of the featured book. \nCan tickets be purchased by phone? No\, tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite only. \nWhat are my parking options at the event? The Library has a free underground parking garage. The garage entrance is located on Adams St. \nWhat time do the doors open? General admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m. \nAre there assigned seats? No. Seating is general admission. The purchase of a ticket guarantees seating. \nIs handicapped seating available? Handicapped seating is available. For special seating arrangements\, please call 419.214.4332 at least one week prior to the event. \nWill an American Sign Language Interpreter be provided for the event? We are happy to provide an ASL Interpreter for the event – if you require this service\, please contact us at 419.214.4332 at least two weeks before the event so arrangements can be made. \nWhat can/can’t I bring to the event? Please do not bring outside food/beverages. There is no video recording or flash photography allowed. \nWill the author hold a book signing after the talk? Yes\, the author will be available for a limited signing opportunity after the presentation. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes\, tickets will be scanned at the door. Tickets can be scanned from your phone via your Eventbrite email receipt. Please have your device with the Eventbrite email open for scanning at entry. Screenshots cannot be scanned. \nCan I get my book if I don’t attend the event? Books may only be obtained at the event. If you are unable to attend\, you may give your ticket to someone else to pick it up at the event. Forward them your Eventbrite email receipt so they may collect the book. \nWhat is the refund policy? Tickets will be refunded only if the event is canceled. \nWhere can I contact the organizer with any questions? Call the Library at 419.259.5200
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-natasha-lester
LOCATION:Toledo Lucas County Public Library | Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, 43604
CATEGORIES:books,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260610T200000
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Jess Walter
DESCRIPTION:Jess Walter joins Authors! to discuss his latest book\, So Far Gone. \nAbout the Event\nRenowned as a “genius of the modern American moment\,” #1 New York Times bestselling author Jess Walter joins Authors! to discuss his latest work\, So Far Gone. Walter is celebrated for his “protean storytelling power” and a signature style that blends “standup tragedy” with sharp social observation. Immerse yourself in the mind of one of America’s most versatile writers as he explores the complexities of family and a fractured nation. This event features a 45-minute presentation followed by a brief audience Q&A. Each ticket includes a copy of the book. \nAbout the Book\nSo Far Gone follows Rhys Kinnick\, a reclusive former journalist who fled to the Pacific Northwest woods seven years ago after a politically charged family fallout. His self-imposed exile is shattered when his grandchildren appear on his doorstep\, revealing that his daughter has vanished and her husband has fallen in with a dangerous Christian nationalist militia. Forced to reemerge into a world he no longer recognizes\, Rhys embarks on a “rollicking and heartrending” journey through cultural lunacy to rescue his family. Along the way\, he must confront the rubble of his own past to find a path toward reconnection in an increasingly divided America. \nAbout the Author\nJess Walter is the author of ten books\, including the #1 New York Times bestseller Beautiful Ruins and the National Book Award finalist The Zero. A winner of the Edgar Allan Poe Award for Citizen Vince\, his work spans across literary fiction\, thrillers\, and award-winning short story collections like The Angel of Rome. Before his career in fiction\, Walter was a Pulitzer Prize finalist for his reporting on the Ruby Ridge standoff\, which became the subject of his first nonfiction book. He has been published in over 30 languages and currently lives in his hometown of Spokane\, Washington. \nFAQs:\nDo tickets include a copy of the book? Yes\, (1) ticket includes (1) copy of the featured book. \nCan tickets be purchased by phone? No\, tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite only. \nWhat are my parking options at the event? The Library has a free underground parking garage. The garage entrance is located on Adams St. \nWhat time do the doors open? General admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m. \nAre there assigned seats? No. Seating is general admission. The purchase of a ticket guarantees seating. \nIs handicapped seating available? Handicapped seating is available. For special seating arrangements\, please call 419.214.4332 at least one week prior to the event. \nWill an American Sign Language Interpreter be provided for the event? We are happy to provide an ASL Interpreter for the event – if you require this service\, please contact us at 419.214.4332 at least two weeks before the event so arrangements can be made. \nWhat can/can’t I bring to the event? Please do not bring outside food/beverages. There is no video recording or flash photography allowed. \nWill the author hold a book signing after the talk? Yes\, the author will be available for a limited signing opportunity after the presentation. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes\, tickets will be scanned at the door. Tickets can be scanned from your phone via your Eventbrite email receipt. Please have your device with the Eventbrite email open for scanning at entry. Screenshots cannot be scanned. \nCan I get my book if I don’t attend the event? Books may only be obtained at the event. If you are unable to attend\, you may give your ticket to someone else to pick it up at the event. Forward them your Eventbrite email receipt so they may collect the book. \nWhat is the refund policy? Tickets will be refunded only if the event is canceled. \nWhere can I contact the organizer with any questions? Call the Library at 419.259.5200
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-jess-walter
LOCATION:Toledo Lucas County Public Library | Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, 43604
CATEGORIES:books,library,Speaker
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Daniel Kraus
DESCRIPTION:Daniel Kraus joins Authors! to discuss his latest novel\, The Sixth Nik. \nAbout the Event\nJoin bestselling author Daniel Kraus for an exclusive discussion of his latest novel\, The Sixth Nik. A Midland\, Michigan native\, Kraus has captivated the literary world with his acclaimed fiction and nonfiction\, including his celebrated collaboration with Guillermo del Toro on The Shape of Water. Don’t miss this chance to meet one of America’s most successful writers. The event features a 45-minute presentation followed by a Q&A session. Each ticket includes a copy of the book. \nAbout the Book\nBeyond the reach of the lethal trollbot internet soars The Sickness\, a sentient biomatter ship. Aboard is Sisilla\, a nine-year-old cultist with an enhanced “nik” brain\, tasked with investigating the rogue\, plague-ridden planet of Fém. Surrounded by a dangerous crew—including a vengeful captain and a mutating ship—Sisilla must uncover Fém’s horrific secrets and forsake her fate to survive the unknown. \nAbout the Author\nNew York Times bestseller Daniel Kraus is the author of Whalefall\, an Alex Award winner and LA Times Book Prize finalist. He is well-known for coauthoring The Shape of Water and Trollhunters with Guillermo del Toro\, and The Living Dead with George A. Romero. Kraus has earned the Bram Stoker Award and two Odyssey Awards\, with his work appearing in twenty-plus languages. He lives with his wife in Chicago. \nFAQs:\nDo tickets include a copy of the book? Yes\, (1) ticket includes (1) copy of the featured book. \nCan tickets be purchased by phone? No\, tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite only. \nWhat are my parking options at the event? The Library has a free underground parking garage. The garage entrance is located on Adams St. \nWhat time do the doors open? General admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m. \nAre there assigned seats? No. Seating is general admission. The purchase of a ticket guarantees seating. \nIs handicapped seating available? Handicapped seating is available. For special seating arrangements\, please call 419.214.4332 at least one week prior to the event. \nWill an American Sign Language Interpreter be provided for the event? We are happy to provide an ASL Interpreter for the event – if you require this service\, please contact us at 419.214.4332 at least two weeks before the event so arrangements can be made. \nWhat can/can’t I bring to the event? Please do not bring outside food/beverages. There is no video recording or flash photography allowed. \nWill the author hold a book signing after the talk? Yes\, the author will be available for a limited signing opportunity after the presentation. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes\, tickets will be scanned at the door. Tickets can be scanned from your phone via your Eventbrite email receipt. Please have your device with the Eventbrite email open for scanning at entry. Screenshots cannot be scanned. \nCan I get my book if I don’t attend the event? Books may only be obtained at the event. If you are unable to attend\, you may give your ticket to someone else to pick it up at the event. Forward them your Eventbrite email receipt so they may collect the book. \nWhat is the refund policy? Tickets will be refunded only if the event is canceled. \nWhere can I contact the organizer with any questions? Call the Library at 419.259.5200
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-daniel-kraus
LOCATION:Toledo Lucas County Public Library | Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, 43604
CATEGORIES:books,educational,library,Speaker
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Kelly Rimmer
DESCRIPTION:Author Talk with Kelly Rimmer \nJoin New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kelly Rimmer as she celebrates her new novel\, The Story Keeper. Rimmer will delve into the art of weaving a dual narrative and the allure of a book-within-a-book mystery. The conversation will focus on the Gothic suspense of family secrets\, the blurred lines between fiction and reality\, and the enduring power of stories held within an ancestral home. This is a perfect event for readers who love historical fiction\, compelling mysteries\, and exploring the hidden legacies of the past. \nThe discussion will run approximately 45 minutes. Each attendee will receive a copy of The Story Keeper. \nEvent Details \n\nGeneral admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m.\nAuthor discussion runs approximately 45 minutes\nBrief Q&A to follow\nLimited book signing after the presentation\n\nTickets \n\nTickets required\nEach ticket includes one copy of The Story Keeper\n\nAbout the Book \nThe Story Keeper blends a contemporary mystery with Gothic suspense. It introduces Fiona Winslow\, who seeks solace by restoring Wurimbirra\, the decaying family estate she inherited after a tumultuous year. Beneath the crumbling plaster\, she discovers secrets buried for a generation. Her attention is then caught by a curious book in her late uncle’s library\, The Midnight Estate\, which plunges her into a tale that eerily mirrors her own\, a story of love\, loss\, and betrayal. Rimmer masterfully weaves a dual narrative and a book-within-a-book mystery\, forcing Fiona to question if the true mystery lies within the walls of her ancestral home or within the pages of the book that seems to have chosen her. \n\nAbout the Author\nKelly Rimmer is the worldwide bestselling Australian author of historical and contemporary fiction\, including the New York Times bestsellers The Things We Cannot Say and The Warsaw Orphan. Her emotionally compelling novels have sold millions of copies and have been translated into dozens of languages around the world. Known for her meticulously researched historical fiction\, she has captivated readers with stories of ordinary people facing impossible situations. Rimmer is also the owner of Collins Booksellers Orange\, the last remaining bookstore near her home in rural Australia\, where she lives with her family.
URL:https://visittoledo.org/event/authors-with-kelly-rimmer
LOCATION:Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
CATEGORIES:books
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Kelly Rimmer
DESCRIPTION:Kelly Rimmer joins Authors! to discuss her latest book\, The Story Keeper. \nAbout the Event\nJoin New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kelly Rimmer as she celebrates her new novel\, The Story Keeper. Rimmer will delve into the art of weaving a dual narrative and the allure of a book-within-a-book mystery. The conversation will focus on the Gothic suspense of family secrets\, the blurred lines between fiction and reality\, and the enduring power of stories held within an ancestral home. This is a perfect event for readers who love historical fiction\, compelling mysteries\, and exploring the hidden legacies of the past. \nAbout the Book\nThe Story Keeper blends a contemporary mystery with Gothic suspense. It introduces Fiona Winslow\, who seeks solace by restoring Wurimbirra\, the decaying family estate she inherited after a tumultuous year. Beneath the crumbling plaster\, she discovers secrets buried for a generation. Her attention is then caught by a curious book in her late uncle’s library\, The Midnight Estate\, which plunges her into a tale that eerily mirrors her own\, a story of love\, loss\, and betrayal. Rimmer masterfully weaves a dual narrative and a book-within-a-book mystery\, forcing Fiona to question if the true mystery lies within the walls of her ancestral home or within the pages of the book that seems to have chosen her. \nAbout the Author\nKelly Rimmer is the worldwide bestselling Australian author of historical and contemporary fiction\, including the New York Times bestsellers The Things We Cannot Say and The Warsaw Orphan. Her emotionally compelling novels have sold millions of copies and have been translated into dozens of languages around the world. Known for her meticulously researched historical fiction\, she has captivated readers with stories of ordinary people facing impossible situations. Rimmer is also the owner of Collins Booksellers Orange\, the last remaining bookstore near her home in rural Australia\, where she lives with her family. \nFAQs:\nDo tickets include a copy of the book? Yes\, (1) ticket includes (1) copy of the featured book.\nCan tickets be purchased by phone? No\, tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite only.\nWhat are my parking options at the event? The Library has a free underground parking garage. The garage entrance is located on Adams St.\nWhat time do the doors open? General admission seating begins at 6:30 p.m.\nAre there assigned seats? No. Seating is general admission. The purchase of a ticket guarantees seating.\nIs handicapped seating available? Handicapped seating is available. For special seating arrangements\, please call (419) 214-4332 at least one week prior to the event.\nWill an American Sign Language Interpreter be provided for the event? We are happy to provide an ASL Interpreter for the event – if you require this service\, please contact us at (419) 214-4332 at least two weeks before the event so arrangements can be made.\nWhat can/can’t I bring to the event? Please do not bring outside food/beverages. There is no video recording or flash photography allowed.\nWill the author hold a book signing after the talk? Yes\, the author will be available for a limited signing opportunity after the presentation.\nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes\, tickets will be scanned at the door. Tickets can be scanned from your phone via your Eventbrite email receipt. Please have your device with the Eventbrite email open for scanning at entry. Screenshots cannot be scanned.\nCan I get my book if I don’t attend the event? Books may only be obtained at the event. If you are unable to attend\, you may give your ticket to someone else to pick it up at the event. Forward them your Eventbrite email receipt so they may collect the book.\nWhat is the refund policy? Tickets will be refunded only if the event is canceled.\nWhere can I contact the organizer with any questions? Call the Library at (419) 214-4332
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LOCATION:Toledo Lucas County Public Library | Main Library\, 325 N Michigan St\, Toledo\, 43604
CATEGORIES:books,Speaker
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