EMPORIUM — Start the new year with our exciting virtual author talk series, featuring bestselling and award-winning authors from around the world. These live sessions, held 2-3 times per month, cover a variety of fiction and nonfiction genres. Each talk includes a Q&A, so you can connect directly with the authors.

Prefer an in-person experience? We’re happy to host these events at the library using our media cart—just let us know!

January Lineup:

🌟 TJ Klune: The Magic of Found Family
Wednesday, January 15, 7 PM EST
Join TJ Klune, author of The House in the Cerulean Sea, as he discusses the heartwarming themes of his Cerulean Chronicles series. Learn about his newest installment, Somewhere Beyond the Sea, a touching story of resilience and the fight to live authentically.

🌟 Amanda Montell: Notes on Modern Irrationality
Thursday, January 23, 2 PM EST
Delve into the quirks of human thought with Amanda Montell, author of Cultish and The Age of Magical Overthinking. Explore fascinating topics like cognitive biases, magical thinking, and how these shape our lives. Montell’s blend of humor and insight will leave you inspired and reflective.

🌟 Seth Fishman: Inside Look at Literary Agents
Tuesday, January 28, 1 PM EST
Curious about the publishing process? Seth Fishman, VP and literary agent at The Gernert Company, will share insider tips on securing an agent, submitting your work, and navigating the publishing journey. This extended session includes 30 minutes of audience Q&A.

All events are free!
Visit https://libraryc.org/barbaramoscatobrownlibrary for details or call 814-486-8011 to register.