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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

This event is in - person or virtually through Zoom. Details regarding the virtual meeting with come with registration. Registration does require a payment of tuition. This is a supportive, […]

Join us as we welcome author and illustrator Jashar Awan in celebration of his lates picture book, Towed by Toad. Hop on a tow-truck ride with Toad as he learns that […]

Timothy Snyder, acclaimed Yale historian and author of the #1 NYTimes bestseller On Tyranny, visits the Bexley Public Library to discuss his latest book, On Freedom. In partnership w/ The […]

This event is held in - person or online through Zoom. Details regarding the online meeting will be given out after registration. This event does have a required tuition for […]

Join us in-store for a special poetry reading with Jennifer Schomburg Kanke on October 22nd at 7pm. Jennifer will be reading from her newest collection, The Swellest Wife Anyone Ever Had.

On October 25th at 7pm, we are excited to be back at WOSU's Ross Community Studio, 1800 N Pearl St., for a discussion with Philip Gleissner, Harry Kashdan, and Sangeeta […]

RSVP NEEDED! We are excited to welcome Richard Cowdrey back to Paragraphs Bookstore to celebrate the release of Happy Halloween, Fiona!

Join us as we welcome educator and author Jonathan Juravich in celebration of his book Yes, Boys Can!: Inspiring Stories of Men Who Changed the World. Yes, Boys Can! highlights the imagination, […]

Join us to hear local author William Shkurti discuss Columbus in 1962 during the Cuban Missile Crisis. (Whetstone Branch - meeting room)

Meet the Ghosts of Ohio gives audience members a glimpse inside a ghost-hunting group, including giving everyone the opportunity to try out some ghost-hunting equipment on their own.

This event is held in - person or online through Zoom. Details regarding the Zoom call will be given out on registration. Registration requires a paid tuition. Writing dialogue is […]

Join Jim Willis to hear historic tales of the paranormal in Ohio

Are you a school aged kid who likes to write stories? Its almost Halloween - the perfect time to write a scary story! Spend the afternoon with fellow writers and […]

Local cartoonist Carl Lucas will teach the basics of setting up and drawing a comic. No drawing experience necessary. Grades 4 to 6. Registration required.

This workshop will build on what participants learned during the first session by giving time and supportive guidance to write and further develop their original fantasy and sci-fi worlds. Registration […]

The Bexley Public Library celebrates its 100th birthday this year, and we are excited about what the next 100 years will look like! What do YOU think Bexley Public Library, […]

The author will share an excerpt from her forthcoming novel, Misshelved Magic, and give away one free copy after the reading.

Inspired by Philadelphia's Backyard Writers Workshop, the Firepit Writers Workshop is a monthly meetup of fiction writers looking to share their work and receive constructive feedback from their peers. The […]

Authors Anonymous meetup continues at the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County this fall, welcoming all writers age 18+ to join us twice a month for creative writing […]

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 […]

Special PAL Event: Managing Author-Agent Relationships (This event is FREE and open to ALL premium members) Join us for an informative discussion with renowned Literary Agent, Jem Chambers-Black, as we […]

Out of eagerness to see their book sold to a publisher, sometimes writers and illustrators do not think about the fact that their project first needs to be “sold” to […]

Join us for dedicated writing time to work on your project, sparked by prompts, sharing, and conversation with fellow writers. Registration is required. Take a few hours out of your […]

Celebrate National Novel Writing Month alongside fellow young writers at the library! Put pencil to paper and develop characters, chart plotlines, and exercise your imagination.

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 […]

Tuesday, December 10, 7:30 to 9:00pm Do you have ideas for a graphic novel story? Do you wonder how to pitch your dream project to an agent or a publisher? […]

Leila Philip’s critically acclaimed 2022 book Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America, now a New York Times bestseller, explores these curious creatures and the humans who are learning from them. These […]

Registration Required! Ohio’s current poet laureate Kari Gunter-Seymour is inviting one and all to “come pick her brain” concerning her experiences in service to Ohio, its poets and poetry, in […]

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 […]

Join us as Columbus poet and librarian Darren Demaree releases his newest book of poetry, So Much More. Darren will be joined by Kari Gunter-Seymour & Travis Chi Wing Lau. […]

Please join the Department of English Visiting Writers Series for a reading and Q&A with alumni and poet, Ava Winter. Ava Nathaniel Winter is the author of Transgenesis (Milkweed Editions 2024), which won […]

Join us as we celebrate the release of Black Night Is Falling, the newest book by celebrated Columbus poet and librarian Scott Woods. Scott will be joined on stage by […]

Self-Care for the Creative Soul: How to Create a Mindfulness Practice to Support Your Writer Self In Person or Zoom! If you’ve ever dreaded facing the page, struggled with critical […]

We apologize for any confusion, but this event is not free for any membership type. Click on Register for Event, then scroll down to Booking Information and choose the ticket […]

Let’s Talk About the Writing Process: Ways of Writing for Every Writer There are many ways to write. Some say that every writer has a different process. (Others argue that […]

Join us for a discussion about showing vs. telling, followed by writing time.   The Plain City Writing Group is a writing workshop for teen and adult writers of all […]

Meet local manga author/artist duo Yenni Fer and Banunu! They will be signing copies of their books "Remote Angel (1&2)" and "This Is My Exodus (1&2)" while chatting with shoppers.

All week of November 18th-23rd we will celebrate giving thanks in the Kid's department. You'll be able to obtain a postcard and supplies to decorate your very own postcard and […]

We are excited to be one of nine bookstores nationwide hosting a midnight release party for bestselling author Haruki Murakami’s new novel, ‘The City and Its Uncertain Walls.’ The party […]