Loading...
Loading...
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.
Join us for an out-of-this-world virtual conversation with New York Times bestselling authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith as they dive into their book, A City on Mars: Can We Settle Space, Should We Settle Space, and Have We Really Thought This Through? Earth is not well. The promise of starting life anew somewhere far, far away—no climate change, no war, no doomscrolling—beckons, and settling the stars finally seems within our grasp. Or is it? Critically acclaimed, bestselling authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith set out to write the essential guide to a glorious future of space settlements, but after years of research, they aren’t so sure it’s a good idea. --- The Santa Clara County Library District is proud to present this series of free virtual author talks featuring bestselling, award‑winning, and acclaimed writers from around the world. Each discussion also offers a live Q&A session. The event link is sent in your confirmation email, and again about 24 hours in advance (or upon late registration). Recordings are available for a limited time. --- 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/6abc4fb5e06996003a80298f
A City on Mars: The Science and Absurdities of Space Settlement with Kelly and Zach Weinersmith Join us for an out-of-this-world virtual conversation with New York Times bestselling authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith as they dive into their book, " A City on Mars: Can We Settle Space, Should We Settle Space, and Have We Really Thought This Through? " Earth is not well. The promise of starting life anew somewhere far, far away—no climate change, no war, no doomscrolling—beckons, and settling the stars finally seems within our grasp. Or is it? Critically acclaimed, bestselling authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith set out to write the essential guide to a glorious future of space settlements, but after years of research, they aren’t so sure it’s a good idea. In a world hurtling toward human expansion into space, "A City on Mars" investigates whether the dream of new worlds won’t create nightmares, both for settlers and the people they leave behind. In the process, the Weinersmiths answer every question about space you’ve ever wondered about, and many you’ve never considered: Can you make babies in space? Should corporations govern space settlements? What about space war? Are we headed for a housing crisis on the Moon’s Peaks of Eternal Light—and what happens if you’re left in the Craters of Eternal Darkness? Why do astronauts love taco sauce? Speaking of meals, what’s the legal status of space cannibalism? With deep expertise, a winning sense of humor, and art from the belov Listed from Johnson County Library's public calendar. Details and registration: https://jocolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6aaafd3b4b3b060030843ea4
How Money Became God: Rethinking Wealth and Greed in Modern Society with Paul Vigna Join us for an eye-opening conversation with veteran journalist Paul Vigna as we examine his provocative book, " The Almightier: How Money Became God, Greed Became Virtue, and Debt Became Sin ", in which he explores the question: how did money go from a tool of commerce into the dominant faith of modern society? In "The Almightier", Vigna takes readers on a sweeping historical journey from Renaissance Florence to today’s global financial markets, revealing how wealth accumulation evolved from a moral failing into an unspoken civic virtue. He uncovers the forgotten history of money, tracing the uneasy and often accidental alliance between wealth and religion as it developed from ancient city-states to today’s secular world, where religious devotion has receded and greed has stepped in to fill the void. Through engaging anecdotes, original research, and fresh perspectives on the causes of the many challenges we face today, Vigna makes a compelling argument that money has no power apart from the power we give it. Whether you are interested in economic history, personal finance, or the hidden cultural forces shaping modern life, this talk is sure to pique your interest. Register today to learn more about how devotion to money has replaced religion as the foundation of our society. Enjoy this and a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders covering a broad spectrum of ge Listed from Johnson County Library's public calendar. Details and registration: https://jocolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6aaafe214b3b060030843f95
Join us for an eye-opening conversation with veteran journalist Paul Vigna. We discuss his provocative book, The Almightier: How Money Became God, Greed Became Virtue, and Debt Became Sin . The book explores the question: how did money go from a tool of commerce into the dominant faith of modern society? --- The Santa Clara County Library District is proud to present this series of free virtual author talks featuring bestselling, award‑winning, and acclaimed writers from around the world. Each discussion also offers a live Q&A session. The event link is sent in your confirmation email, and again about 24 hours in advance (or upon late registration). Recordings are available for a limited time. --- 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/6abd4bffde300e0045173922
Join Chef Pyet DeSpain as she discusses her debut cookbook, Rooted in Fire: A Celebration of Native American and Mexican Cooking . Pyet shows you how to include key ingredients, such as sunchokes or bison, into more than sixty fusion dishes. Family and friends will be excited to gather around the table to enjoy sweet and savory food. Rooted in Fire is far more than just a collection of recipes. It is a movement giving voice to Indigenous culture, histories, and foodways through the universal language of food. --- The Santa Clara County Library District is proud to present this series of free virtual author talks featuring bestselling, award‑winning, and acclaimed writers from around the world. Each discussion also offers a live Q&A session. The event link is sent in your confirmation email, and again about 24 hours in advance (or upon late registration). Recordings are available for a limited time. --- 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/6abd5040e06996003a804e1d
Meet readers and sign copies of your book in a high traffic venue