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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 Nov 10

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

City on Mars: The Science & Absurdities of Space Settlement

Online Event

Join us in conversation with 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?

Wed Nov 11

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

How Money Became God:

Online Event

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.

Mon Nov 16

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Mod Podge and Apple Barrel Ornament Party with Plaid Crafts

Online Event

Get into the holiday spirit with Plaid Crafts for a festive, hands-on ornament-making party!

Thu Nov 19

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Epic Worlds and Celestial Prophecies:

Online Event

Step into a sprawling world of celestial magic, political intrigue, and ancient prophecies with author Rebecca Roanhorse as we dive deep into her acclaimed Between Earth and Sky trilogy.

Thu Dec 03

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Sparks, Shadows, and Epic Romantasy

Online Event

Join us virtually for a downright intoxicating conversation with bestselling fantasy author Helen Scheuerer as we delve into her thrilling new novel, Kiss of the Black Flame.

Tue Dec 08

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Exile, Memory, and the Meaning of Home:

Online Event

What happens when the country you love forces you out, leaving you just 48 hours to abandon everything you’ve ever known?