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Wild Words: Andrew Shaffer tells a history of brilliant ‘Literary Rogues’ at Carmichael’s

This makes me so full of the Crazy that I can’t even speak. Wonderful. Join author Andrew Shaffer tomorrow, Saturday, March 16th, at Carmichael’s Bookstore for a special reading and signings of his new book, ‘Literary Rogues: A Scandalous History of Wayward Authors’.
Kristen Simmons launches the next chapter in her teen series at Carmichael’s

Whether mankind’s true vanishing point will be zombies, fiery space cataclysm or a good old-fashioned apocalyptic war – nothing is more thrilling than a dystopian thriller. Join author Kristen Simmons tonight, Wednesday, March 13th, at Carmichael’s Bookstore for the next installment in her teen series, ‘Breaking Point’.
Make-It-Yourself at the Library with ‘Make Magazine’ founder Dale Dougherty

Spotlighted tonight as part of the Louisville Free Public Library’s ‘What’s Next’ Series, Make-It-Yourself pioneer Dale Dougherty will present on the rise of DIY in today’s culture starting at 7pm.
InKY Reading Series slams The Bard’s Town with Spoken Word stylings

Spotlighting the performance of Spoken Word art, the month’s InKY Reading Series will feature Truth B. Told, James Wallace and contributors from The Moth. Stop by The Bard’s Town tonight for true poetry performance.
Bestselling local author, Frank Bill, debuts his first novel at Carmichael’s

This ain’t no travel brochure for the Bluegrass, son. Bestseller, Frank Bill, will bring his raw new novel, ‘Donnybrook’, to Carmichael’s Bookstore tonight, March 8th, at 7pm for a special reading and signing.
Novelist James Market brings a tale of Waverly Hills to Barnes & Noble

No Louisvillian should ever grow tired of a good story from Waverly Hills Sanitarium. Join author James Market at The Summit area Barnes & Noble for a special signing of his new book, ‘A White Wind Blew’, tonight, March 7th, at 6:30pm.
Author Jon Gertner discusses the story of technology and innovation at the Library

Tinkering, toying and maybe some puffs of smoke – author Jon Gertner brings his new book, ‘The Idea Factory: Bell Labs and the Great Age of American Innovation’, to the Louisville Free Public Library’s Main branch tonight, March 6th, at 7pm.
Louisville Writer L. Anderson Cooper brings dark fantasy to Carmichael’s

With his new book, ‘Burning the Middle Ground’, local writer and UofL professor L. Anderson Cooper will come to Carmichael’s Bookstore for a special reading and signing tonight, Friday, March 1st, at 7pm.
Fill up your shelves at the Locust Grove Spring Book Sale

Gorge yourself on literature this weekend as Locust Grove dishes out used books for sweet prices at their Spring Book Sale. Friday through Sunday, 10am – 4:30pm. I’ll be there with bells on. Literally, bells, if I can manage it. Because bells are just great.
Author Ernest Freeberg illuminates The Filson with the story of the lightbulb

I’m really glad I’m writing about lightbulbs today. I’m also really glad human beings are going to talk about lighbulbs tonight. Author and historian Ernest Freeberg will present the glowing story of the modern age tonight at The Filson Historical Society with his new book, ‘The Age of Edison: Electric Light and the Invention of Modern America’. Rediscover the lightbulb starting at 6pm.
Historian Earl J. Hess brings ‘The Civil War in the West’ to The Filson

Forget cowboys – find out how the west was won for real. Join historian Earl J. Hess tonight, Thursday, February 21st, at 6pm as he discusses the logistics of the Civil War’s Western theater at The Filson Historical Society.
Award-winning Journalist Jonathan Katz brings the story of Haiti to Carmichael’s

A Louisvillian and witness to the devastating 2010 earthquake, award-winning journalist Jonathan Katz relays the aftermath in his new book, The Big Truck That Went By. Join him tomorrow, Thursday, February 21st for a special reading and signing at Carmichael’s.
Dr. Glynis Ridley unravels the creation of ‘Pride & Prejudice’ with the Jane Austen Society

Writing is difficult. I’m sweating right now. Curious to know how the famous novel came to be? Join Dr. Glynis Ridley and the Jane Austen Society this Sunday, February 17th at 2pm at Locust Grove and hear the story.
A Reader’s Corner hosts Spalding student poetry reading

Aspiring poets pursuing the timeless art of stanza craft at Spalding’s MFA program will join the fine folks at A Reader’s Corner Bookstore this Saturday, February 16th, at 4pm for a special reading of their work.
Journalist Sarah Garland tackles desegregation at Carmichael’s

A Louisville native, writer Sarah Garland brings her new book, ‘Divided We Fail’, to Carmichael’s Bookstore for a special reading and signing that faces the end of desegregation. Join her Friday, February 15th, at 7pm.
A Reader’s Corner Bookstore hosts Valentine children’s storytime

Who loves love more than little ones? Drop by A Reader’s Corner Bookstore tomorrow, Saturday, February 9th, at 11am for a puppet show, treats and stories.
Sean Patrick Hill brings the great outdoors to Barnes & Noble with ‘Hiking Kentucky’s Red River Gorge’

You won’t need hiking boots in the suburbs, but an adventurous spirit doesn’t hurt. Join Sean Patrick Hill at The Summit area Barnes & Noble for a signing of his book, ‘Hiking Kentucky’s Red River Gorge’ tomorrow, February 9th, at noon.
UofL’s Axton Reading Series kicks off tonight with author Hannah Tinti

Days are longer, horizons further and the University of Louisville English department starts it spring Axton Reading Series tonight, Thursday, February 7th, with author Hannah Tinti at 7:30pm.
Economist Phil Auerswald brings ‘The Coming Prosperity’ to the World Affairs Council Speaker Series

The world is a pretty big place (so I’ve been told); maybe we should think more about it? Let’s do that one. Join economist Phil Auerswald tomorrow, Tuesday, February 5th, as he presents his book ‘The Coming Prosperity’ at the World Affairs Council Speaker Series. It’ll be global.
Novelist Alison Atlee weaves love and history together at Carmichael’s

We may be frozen in body but not in soul. Heat up your inner hearths tonight at Carmichael’s Bookstore as author Alison Atlee brings the historical story, ‘The Typewriter Girl’, to readers at 7pm.

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