Lit Chat

Reasons to love February's Lit Chat lineup. Brianna Ellis debuts a poetry collection and acclaimed author Terah Shelton Harris releases her third book!

February is Library Lovers Month. With two author events, two writer's workshops, over a dozen Book Clubs, and more, you going to love your next visit.

We kick off the 2026 "Lit Chat" series in January with Nikesha Elise Williams.

Mapping Our Past returns Jan. 17 with two guest lecturers. Plus, the Great Decisions world affairs discussion program series starts Jan. 22.

Bestselling author Debbie Macomber chats with fellow author Madeline Martin and readers on Dec. 6, live on Zoom.

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.