The Village Poetry Workshop is a monthly meetup of poets looking to share their work and receive constructive feedback from their peers. The Village Poetry Workshop is run by HQ's […]

Meet Bexley native and local author Esther Weisman as we celebrate her debut picture book Greyson the Rescue Dog. Based on a true story, Weisman will read aloud from her book […]

Learn more about the Ohio Audiobook Narrators here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lGdSpxW92vpikZYHCz3p8u7tdXQ_iW9w/view?usp=sharing

This year's festival will feature 145 accomplished presenters from California to Maryland and Rhode Island to Florida, presenting on understanding, writing, teaching, translating, editing and publishing literature. Discover your new favorite […]

On August 3rd, we’re welcoming to the store Skye Quinlan, queer icon and author of "Don't Be a Drag" They will be stopping by and hanging out with us at […]

Teens batting eldritch cults in small-town Ohio? We're sold. Columbus's own Matthew Erman will be joining in the shop on Saturday, August 3rd at 7pm to chat with us about […]

On Sunday August 4th at 12pm, Lori Sugarman will be joining us at noon for a story hour and discussion of her new book, Our Home: The Love, Work, and Heart […]

From two top New York Times journalists, the breathtaking untold story of the plan to overturn Roe v. Wade and the consequences for women, abortion, and the future of America In June 2022, Americans […]

Erica and Drew have teamed up again to bring a new Sedgie the Hedgie adventure to life in Sedgie the Hedgie Solves the Case. This event will include an interactive […]

  RSVP is appreciated but not required   In this raw and lyrical folk horror novel, a journalist sent to a small town begins to unravel a dark secret that […]

  When: Wed, August 7, 2:00pm – 3:30pm Where995 West high Street, Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050, Riverside Park, Picnic Shelter #2 (map) DescriptionSummer Celebration Teen Writing Program Party in the […]

Join us on the Thurber House lawn for a literary picnic with Katrina Kittle as she discusses her book Morning In This Broken World – a poignant and life-affirming novel about our […]

We are so excited to welcome Andrew W. Kahrl back to Paragraphs Bookstore to celebrate the release of his latest book, The Black Tax: 150 Years of Theft, Exploitation, and Dispossession in America. […]

Books in the Barn is a unique annual event featuring local Christian and family-friendly authors, arts and crafts vendors, direct sales vendors, and more. Join us on August 10th and […]

Do You Love Books? This event is for you! Meet indie authors from different genres, from inspirational romance to graphic novels.  There will be something for everyone, including fabulous door […]

Join author of Ohio Ice Cream! at the Library!

RSVP is appreciated but not required An in-store signing with fantasy author Kalynn Applewhite ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Kalynn is a writer at heart with a lifetime love of fantasy. She is a work-at-home mom […]

WEDNESDAY, August 14 ON THE THURBER HOUSE LAWN 6:00 pm Picnic Social (Optional) | 6:30 pm Main Event You will have the opportunity to ask the speaker questions after the […]

Thursday, August 15th at 7PM in conversation with Ohio advocate Adrianne Renee Matthis to discuss her new book, Black Woman on Board: Claudia Hampton, the California State University, and the Fight to Save […]

Strong Women, Strange Worlds presents A Quick Reads group Author Reading of Sci-Fi, Fantasy, & Horror Description"Strong Women, Strange Worlds" presents 'A Quick Reads group Author Reading of Sci-Fi, Fantasy, […]

Saturday, August 17, 2024 - 9:00am to 8:00pm Gramercy Books 2424 East Main Street Bexley , OH 43209 Love is in the air! Gramercy Books invites you to join us on Bookstore Romance Day as we celebrate […]

Audiobooks, the fastest growing publishing segment, can enable authors to reach new audiences/fans who prefer “on the go” reading and can increase your sales versus print only. Join us Saturday, […]

August 17, 2024 Meeting and Program By Web Mistress on Jul 22, 2024 06:37 pm DATE  | August 17th, 2024 TIME  | 12:00 pm, Networking 12:15 pm, Introductions & Incentives around 12:30-12:45 pm, Business meeting […]

Join us as we welcome comic writer and creator Matthew Erman to Chillicothe and celebrate the release of his new graphic novel, Loving Ohio. Ross County's own Wes Molebash will […]

Join the Aldus Society for a summer book swap! Bring a gently used book or two to swap, meet other book lovers, and find something new to read Light refreshments […]

  DescriptionJoin us for a special reading event as we welcome Joseph Hess, Darren Demaree, and Steve Abbott to the Unicorn Stage on the occasion of the release of Hess's […]

  In 2006, Toni Morrison curated a multidisciplinary exhibition at the Louvre Museum. “The Foreigner’s Home”. The documentary was released in 2018 and features our beloved Morrison interrogating themes of […]

  Join writer Craig Calceterra, Matter News editor Andy Downing and Columbus Monthly Senior Editor Joel Oliphint for a community conversation centered on the story of Christopher Cook, a local […]

Plain City Writing Group Saturday, August 24 11:00am - 1:00pm The Plain City Public Library Workshop Join us for a discussion on plot and planning your story. The Plain City […]

Author Visit with Leslie J. Anderson Book Signing About the Author (website credit): Leslie J. Anderson’s writing has appeared in Asimov’s, Uncanny Magazine, Strange Horizons, Daily Science Fiction, and Apex, […]

Westerville Public Library Uptown Meeting Room A Description Meet local author Elana Hohl, as she talks about her book, A Few Minor Adjustments. Book sale and signing to follow. About the Book In […]

Description The Village Poetry Workshop is a monthly meetup of poets looking to share their work and receive constructive feedback from their peers. The Village Poetry Workshop is run by […]

We are celebrating the release of Christopher Buehlman's new fantasy novel, The Daughter's War, with a reading and Q&A at Forge Tavern! The Daughters' War, a prequel to The Blacktongue […]

Join us as for our annual Local Author Festival. The free afternoon features the work of 40 independently published and small press authors from Central Ohio. Gramercy Books co-hosts this popular […]

Louisiana educator, librarian, and activist Amanda Jones shares her memoir/manifesto That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning! In partnership with Gramercy Books and UA & Worthington Libraries.

Rhapsody & Refrain 2024: 30 Columbus Poets is a 2 week-long series showcasing the diversity and quality of voices that contribute to a nationally-recognized poetry scene. Covering a vast range of […]

Are you an Author seeking to build relationships in your community? Learn about the inner workings of the public library from Cari Dubiel, an experienced librarian and author. You'll find […]

Calling all authors! Boost your community presence with librarian and author Cari Dubiel. Discover how to pitch your book to libraries and shine at author events. Don’t miss this insider […]

You can attend this workshop in-person at the Columbus Main Library, Meeting Room 1C or online via Zoom (link below). Please send submissions in PDF form to workshops@ohiowriters.org and include the date […]

Local author A.S. White visits the Bexley Public Library for a reading and discussion of his new book, The Matter of Honor. Mimi Chenfeld will moderate the conversation. NEED TO […]

Village Poetry Open Mic is a free monthly open mic hosted at Two Dollar Radio HQ. We're here to celebrate and nurture Columbus' diverse and unmatched poetry scene. Hosted by Nathan […]

Please join us for a reading with author Sarah Rose Nordgren. She will be reading from Feathers: A Bird-Hat Wearer’s Journal, a book that is “esigned as a turn of the […]

We are thrilled to welcome local children's book author Cathy Studor for a special story time.  She will read at least one story and do an activity with the children […]

J.P. Mitchell, author of the picture book Sweet Fire, will lead an interactive program filled with music and movement. Intended for ages 6-11, older family members are encouraged to participate. Books […]

This event will be either in - person or virtually over zoom. Details regarding the virtual workshop will be given once registered. This event does have a tuition to register. […]

In her book, That Librarian, Amanda Jones maps out the book-banning crisis occurring across the United States and calls on book lovers everywhere to rise in defense of readers. In conversation […]

In her book, That Librarian, Amanda Jones maps out the book-banning crisis occurring across the United States and calls on book lovers everywhere to rise in defense of readers. In conversation […]

The Beck Series welcomes poets Ilya Kaminsky and Katie Farris.

Please join us in welcoming poet Ruth Awad to celebrate the release of her new collection, Outside the Joy. Outside the Joy is filled with poems that sear with lyric […]

The Marion Public Library is hosting our next ReadLocal Author Fair from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturday, September 14, 2024, to showcase local Ohio authors and their work to the […]

In this workshop, Jen will talk about the ways she: Enhances characterization via POV techniques Differentiates character voice and internal monologue between multiple narrators / main characters Tailors the narrative […]

This event is either in - person or virtually through zoom. Details regarding the virtual meeting will come once registered for the event. The event does have a tuition to […]

Share your work with members of the Westerville Poetry Group and discover ways others are writing and publishing poetry. Following an open discussion, you are invited to present your own […]

Meet and talk with Steve Herman, for an intimate book signing for Behind the White House Curtain: A Senior Journalist’s Story of Covering the President and Why It Matters, This is a […]

Find inspiration, accountability, and an opportunity to develop your creative writing skills at this monthly writers group.

A monthly comedy showcase hosted by THE Christine Horvath of Babe Roar fame

Please join us in welcoming Cass Donish to the Unicorn Stage, on the occasion of their new poetry collection, Your Dazzling Death. Queer poet and writer Cass Donish was born […]

Learn the history behind some of Ohio's most iconic cemeteries and burial grounds with local authors Randall Lee Schieber and Robin L. Smith as they talk about their book, This Place […]

Join us as we wrap up the Bexley Centennial Author Series with Bexley's hometown poet Maggie Smith and Ohio transplant Saeed Jones, as they discuss their lives, poetry, and love […]

We are thrilled to welcome local writer, poet, Podcast creator Jarod Anderson to the bookshop.

We are excited to partner with The Literacy Connection for two events with author Amy Ludwig VanDerwater. Learn more and register at https://www.theliteracyconnection.org.

Join us in congratulating Chillicothe author Neal Parks on the publication of his newest book "Ghosts of Ross County, Ohio".An expert on local paranormal lore, Neal will be hanging out […]

Find inspiration, accountability, and an opportunity to develop your creative writing skills at this monthly fantasy & science fiction writers’ group. Need to Register!!!

Please join us for a special reading with Oksana Lutsyshyna as we celebrate her latest book, Ivan and Phoebe. Ivan and Phoebe spotlights the uproarious generation that led the Ukrainian independence […]

Ohio Author Mindy McGinnis’ novels chronicle contemporary life in all its complexity and with unflinching honesty. She has a devoted all-ages audience, is a bestselling author and has received multiple […]

Join Author Patti Flinn and Dr. Elizabeth Bond as they chat about The Last Favorites Page trilogy inspired by the life of Louis - Benoit Zamer (1762 - 1820). Patti […]

Join author Patti Flinn and Dr. Elizabeth Bond as they chat about The Last Favorite's Page trilogy inspired by the life of Louis-Benoit Zamor (1762-1820). Register

Enjoy romances? Ever thought about writing one? Come out for a event centered on romances and the journey of publishing as the Department of English hosts  authors Jess Everlee and […]

We are thrilled to host non-fiction author Heather Cole as she presents on her newest novel, Ohio Presidents: A History & Guide.

Join us for talks with engaging national authors, free and open to all. Tickets will be available 6 weeks prior to event. Register

This event is either in - person or virtual meeting through zoom. Details regarding zoom will come once registered for the event. The event also requires a tuition once registered. […]

Kate DiCamillo joins us as part of the Battelle Author Series

Join us as we welcome authors Marie Weller & Paula Vertikoff in celebration of their Cranium Critters series. We'll have a fun storytime followed by a memorable craft.

We are thrilled to host Young Adult/ Queer Author, Skye Quinlan will be at our shop to discuss her newest LGBTQA+ y/a novel, Don't Be a Drag

Join us for a visit with Fredericktown Native and Best Selling Amazon author Kim Sloan, Tuesday, October 15, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Kim will be sharing her […]

Are you interested in taking a creative writing workshop, but want to know more about what a workshop class is like? Have you heard the term "Creative Nonfiction" and wondered […]

This event is hosted by the Ohio State Libraries. Have you ever wondered what people used to eat or found an old recipe you wanted to try? During this workshop, […]

Autobiography and Memoir: Writing About Life and Family is a course for adult writers who want to compose and share personal lived experiences and family stories. Each session, you’ll generate […]

In this program, renowned birder Kenn Kaufman will celebrate discovery and rediscovery, the lure of the unknown, and the endless power of birds to delight and amaze us. FOL ticketed […]

Join award-winning crime writer, Michael Connelly, the New York Times bestselling author of thirty nine previous novels which have sold more than eighty-five million copies worldwide and one of the most successful writers […]

Renowned birder Kenn Kaufman will lead participants in a guided bird walk through Deer Haven Park. Presented in partnership with Preservation Parks of Delaware County and the Friends of the […]