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Library Speakers Consortium

The Library Speakers Consortium brings you live-streamed events with interactive Q&A, so you can connect with the minds behind the books you love.

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We've partnered with the Library Speakers Consortium to bring you a series of exclusive online events featuring fascinating authors and thought leaders.

Here's what you can expect:

Live-streamed talks: Hear firsthand about the inspiration, creative process, and stories behind your favorite books.

Interactive Q&A sessions: Get your questions answered and engage directly with the authors.

Access anytime, anywhere: Participate from the comfort of your home using your computer, tablet, or smartphone.

On-demand recordings: Missed a live event? No problem! Catch up on past talks at your convenience.

Browse the schedule of upcoming author talks and watch past events.

Upcoming Events

Tue Apr 14

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

On Writing Action-Packed and Suspenseful Spycraft

Online Event

Join us in conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike, book 20 (yes, you read that right!) of the bestselling Pike Logan series.

Wed Apr 22

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Lush Lyricism and Intimate Confessions

Online Event

Award-winning and bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey through the life stages of a woman in her new poetry collection, What the Deep Water Knows.

Thu Apr 30

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Junk Journaling Daily Practice Finale with Faith Hale

Online Event

Join Faith Hale live for the final session of her Junk Journaling Daily Practice.

Thu Apr 30

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals

Online Event

Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.

Thu May 07

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

On Courage, Turmoil, and the Transformative Power of Love

Online Event

Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehran.

Tue May 12

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself)

Online Event

Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr. Vivienne Ming.