Author Talk

This November, join us for two History Chat presentations, a Lit Chat with bestselling sci-fi author John Scalzi, a poetry workshop, and much more!

John Scalzi is one of the most popular sci-fi authors of his generation. From Old Man's War to The Kaiju Preservation Society, his work defies expectations.

Local author Catherine Wu's debut novel explores cultural heritage and its relevance to modern life through one character's journey of self-discovery.

Just in time for Halloween: Award-winning author Gabino Iglesias stops by West Branch Library to talk with fans of horror and aspiring local authors.

Halloween is almost here and with it comes spooky reading recommendations and an interview with a genre-bending novelist and horror columnist.

This September, join us for our biggest, boldest celebration of authors, authorship, and the written word. Jax Book Fest returns September 13 and 20.

Tiya Miles is a National Book Award winner and the author of eight books, including four prizewinning histories about race and slavery.

Mac Barnett is the ninth U.S. National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature and a New York Times-bestselling author of stories for children.

Meet the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of the Keeper of the Lost Cities series at Jax Book Fest: Youth Readers' Day.

Join us this month as we commemorate the 65th anniversary of Ax Handle Saturday, follow the adventures of a rouge shark scientist, and more.