- On Sun, August 10 at 3 p.m., A Capella Books invites the public to join them as Elaine Neil Orr speaks in conversation with Rosemary Magee to discuss her novel, Dancing Woman. The novel tells the enthralling story of a Nigerian woman, Isabel Hammond, forced to navigate the difficulties of life, love, and art while also developing a deeper understanding of Nigerian cultural standards. This event is free and open to the public. Copies of “Dancing Woman” will be available for purchase at the event.
- On Mon., August 11 at 7:30 p.m., Charis Books & More welcomes award-winning journalist Alexis Okeowo in conversation with Neesha Powell-Ingabire to discuss Blessings and Disasters: A Story of Alabama, a powerful blend of memoir, history, and reportage that explores the complexities of identity, belonging, and political life in the American South. This event is free and open to the public and will take place both in person at Charis and virtually via Crowdcast. Copies of “Blessings and Disasters” will be available for purchase.
- On Tues., August 12 at 6:30 p.m., FoxTale Book Shoppe is thrilled to welcome award-winning author Marjan Kamali for an evening celebrating the paperback release of her instant national bestseller, The Lion Women of Tehran. Set across three transformative decades in Iran, Kamali’s novel is a moving portrait of friendship, feminism, and the enduring power of courage in the face of political upheaval. This event is free and open to the public, but space is limited—please RSVP. Copies of “The Lion Women of Tehran” will be available for purchase at the event.
- On Tues., August 12 at 7 p.m., New York Times bestselling author Scott Anderson pays a visit to the Atlanta History Center to discuss King of Kings: The Iranian Revolution: A Story of Hubris, Delusion and Catastrophic Miscalculation and explore the lasting impression that the Iranian Revolution continues to have on the world. Anderson uses his first-hand knowledge as a veteran war correspondent to give more insight and a deeper understanding into the topics he explores. Unearthing new perspectives on the Iranian revolution that leaves the audience with a new found sense of curiosity. Tickets are $12 for not-yet members and $6 for members.
- On Sat., Aug. 16 at 2 p.m., FoxTale Book Shoppe welcomes Victoria Benton Frank for a special afternoon event celebrating her heartfelt Lowcountry novel, The Violet Hour. Come for a conversation and book signing with the daughter of beloved Southern author Dorothea Benton Frank as she shares a story of reinvention, friendship, and finding one’s voice after heartbreak. This event is free and open to the public, but space is limited—please RSVP. Copies of the “Violet Hour” will be available for purchase at the event.
- On Tues., Aug. 19 at 7 p.m., The Atlanta History Center is joined by Chef Kevin Mitchell and David S. Shields to share the story behind their cookbook, Taste the South: Georgia Distinctive Foods and Stories from Where Eating Local Began. This isn’t just a cookbook, it is a collection of the history behind the food we know and love. The cookbook is a deeply researched project that shares 65 different entries with unique backgrounds. This event is $12 for not-yet members and $6 for members.
- On Thurs., Aug. 21 at 7 p.m., constitutional law scholar Zaakir Tameez takes the stage at the Atlanta History Center to share his thoughts and research on Charles Sumner through the discussion of his work, Charles Sumner: Conscience of a Nation. Sumner’s influence on the American Civil War and Reconstruction era is extremely overlooked. Tameez will be joined in conversation with Peter Biello. Tickets are $12 for not-yet members and $6 for members.
- On Tues., Sept. 2 at 7 p.m., A Cappella Books presents the September edition of Writers at the Wrecking Bar featuring acclaimed author Sheri Joseph, in conversation with Atlanta novelist Susan Rebecca White. Join us upstairs in the Marianna Room at the Wrecking Bar Brewpub for an evening discussing Joseph’s haunting new novel, Angels at the Gate—a literary mystery set on a cloistered 1980s college campus, exploring memory, grief, and the complicated lives of young adults coming of age. This event is free and open to the public.
- On Fri., Sept. 5 at 7 p.m., A Cappella Books is thrilled to welcome Atlanta author Laura Dickerman to Manuel’s Tavern to celebrate the release of her witty and heartfelt debut novel, Hot Desk. Blending workplace comedy with family drama, Hot Desk follows two rival editors sparring over a shared cubicle while uncovering long-buried secrets from the 1980s New York publishing world. This event is free and open to the public.
- On Sun., Sept. 7 at 4:30 p.m., A Capella Books hosts southern author Scott Gould to come and discuss his recent work, Peace Like a River. Gould will be in conversation with Julia Frank, acclaimed author of Over the Plain Houses. Gould’s novel emphasizes the difficulties as well as joys that come with the upkeep of father-son relationships. The novel follows the story of Elwin McClennon and his return to his hometown as he navigates the relationships, not only with his own father, but with his son as well. This event is free and open to the public.
- On Thurs., Sept. 11 at 5 p.m., meet local authors including Michael Thurmond, Emily Giffin, and Jessica Handler during a relaxed Sip & Sign at Stoney J’s Winery in Cumming. Browse books, get your favorites signed, and hear the stories behind the stories. A portion of all book sales will be donated to Jesse’s House.