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Author events
Meet authors in person, get your copy signed, and find the big book festivals happening this fall.
BookGather doesn't run these — they're the large public festivals, with dates checked against each festival's own website on 2026-10-01. Confirm details on the official site before you travel.
Oct 17–18, 2026
Bicentennial Mall, Tennessee State Museum & Tennessee State Library and Archives · Nashville, TN
Free admission
Official siteSat, Oct 31, 2026 (writing workshops Fri, Oct 30)
Downtown Baton Rouge (presented by the State Library of Louisiana) · Baton Rouge, LA
Free admission
Official siteDowntown Portland — South Park Blocks and neighboring venues · Portland, OR
Admission: check the festival site
Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 10am–5pm
Union Depot, Saint Paul · Saint Paul, MN
Free admission
Official siteNov 14–15, 2026
Downtown Austin · Austin, TX
Free admission
Official siteNov 15–22, 2026 (Street Fair Nov 20–22)
Miami Dade College, 300 NE Second Ave. · Miami, FL
Admission: check the festival site
Official siteAuthor hoping to exhibit or be featured? Big festivals usually select authors months ahead — see how to get into book fairs, and list your own signings on BookGather in the meantime.
List it on BookGather for free and sell tickets. Readers find it here and on search.
The library is pleased to present an evening with NYT Bestselling author, Emily Henry! She’ll talk about her latest book, Great Big Beautiful Life . Emily Henry has also written People We Meet on Vacation , Happy Place . Listed from Houston Public Library's public calendar. Details and registration: https://hpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6ac68bcc377296003a4a5a12
Reclaiming Your Inner Wisdom: Sacred Indigenous Teachings with Asha Frost In a fast-paced world that often leaves us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected, true healing does not come from looking outward—it begins within. Join us for a transformative virtual conversation with Indigenous Medicine Woman Asha Frost as she explores her groundbreaking book, "You Are the Medicine: 13 Moons of Indigenous Wisdom, Ancestral Connection, and Animal Spirit Guidance". The Medicine you have been searching for lives within you. Follow the path of the 13 Ojibwe Moons with Animal Spirits and Ancestors as your guides as you unlock your connection to your own unique, inherent healing power. Through storytelling, ceremonies, and Shamanic journeys, learn to apply ancient wisdom to your life in ways that are respectful and conscious of the stolen lands, lives, and traditions of Indigenous peoples. Discover how to: Ground and root into your own lineage and meet your Ancestral guides. Practice self-care and rest on your journey. Return to Ancestral ways of cleansing and purifying. Trust and surrender so you can manifest and thrive. Release self-doubt, fear, disconnection, and insecurity. Register now and take the first step toward recognizing and reclaiming your innate wisdom. Enjoy this and a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders covering a broad spectrum of genres and topics and featuring interactive Q&A sessions (questions can be submitted in advance upon regist Listed from Johnson County Library's public calendar. Details and registration: https://jocolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6aaafc894b3b060030843e85
In today's fast-paced world, we can often feel overwhelmed and disconnected. True healing does not come from looking outward—it begins within. Join us online for a talk with Indigenous Medicine Woman Asha Frost. She discusses her groundbreaking book, You Are the Medicine: 13 Moons of Indigenous Wisdom, Ancestral Connection, and Animal Spirit Guidance. --- The Santa Clara County Library District is proud to present a free virtual author‑talk series featuring bestselling, award‑winning, and acclaimed writers from around the world, offering live Q&A sessions two to three times a month. Event links are sent about 24 hours in advance (or upon late registration), recordings are available for a limited time, and a full list of upcoming programs can be found here . --- For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3947, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org . Listed from Santa Clara County Library District's public calendar. Details and registration: https://sccl.bibliocommons.com/events/6abc323fe06996003a801f2e