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No events found. Go ahead and add an event. Past eventsUrsula Coleman (March 11 at 7:00pm) Born in the German province of Pomerania, Coleman's idyllic life, filled with laughter and the songs of Schubert, was shattered by Hitler's rise to power. Overcoming the destruction of the war years and the loss of her parents during the early days of the Soviet occupation of East Germany, Coleman's ... (more)
Kent Haruf, Peter Brown (March 13 at 7:00pm) Author Kent Haruf and photographer Peter Brown will give a slideshow presentation and sign their new book West of Last Chance.
James Dashner (March 18 at 7:00pm)
Martha Lear (March 31 at 7:00pm) oin us in welcoming Martha Lear and Where Did I Leave My Glasses, a store favorite on the effects of normal aging on memory. Martha Lear is a veteran health journalist and bestselling author of Heartsounds.
Rebecca Guevara (April 3 at 7:00pm)
Cecilia Galante (April 5 at 7:00pm) Cecilia Galante will read, discuss, and sign her first novel, Patron Saint of Butterflies. We're very excited to host this daring debut author! Patron Saint of Butterflies is based on her own childhood in a religious commune, and we are looking forward to hearing Cecilia speak on her own experiences, ... (more)
Trenton Lee Stewart (April 26 at 3:00pm)
Jeff Stone (April 29 at 7:00pm)
Sarah Burningham (May 1 at 7:00pm) Sarah Burningham presents her debut book, How to Raise Your Parents, a book for teens and parents on understanding, connecting, and living with each other.
Jessica Day George (May 2 at 7:00pm)
Ed Lueders (May 5 at 7:00pm) Ed Lueders reads from The Wake of the General Bliss, 9780874809275. Event location: First Unitarian Church, 569 S. 1300 E.
Ted Kerasote (May 12 at 7:00pm) Co-sponsored by Intermountain Therapy Animals and The King's English.
Mameve Medwed (May 15 at 7:00pm)
Stephenie Meyer (May 17 at 1:00pm) Stephenie Meyer reads from & signs The Host! THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT. Event location: Highland High School, 2166 S. 1700 E.
Jack Todd (May 20 at 7:00pm) Jack Todd presents his epic of the American West, Sun Going Down. Inspired by the letters and diaries from his own family, Todd creates a vibrant, unforgettable cast of characters based upon this family legacy. A new talent you won't want to miss!
Leif Enger (May 22 at 7:00pm)
Ellis Avery (May 27 at 7:00pm) Ellis Avery reads from and signs The Teahouse Fire, and performs a Japanese tea ceremony!
Lincoln Hall (May 28 at 7:00pm)
Kirk Huffaker presents Salt Lake City: Then and Now (June 4 at 7:00pm) Kirk Huffaker, local author and Executive Director of the Utah Heritage Foundation, will present his new book Salt Lake City: Then and Now! The book is part of the extremely popular and best-selling "Then and Now" series published by Thunder Bay Press, and explores our ever-changing ... (more)
Dooce! is in the House (June 5 at 7:00pm) Come and meet Heather Armstrong, the infamous blogger from dooce.com, as she presents her new book Things I Learned About My Dad (in therapy. Things I Learned About My Dad is a collection of essays about fatherhood from the perspective ... (more)
Meet & Greet with Karen Salmansohn (June 16 at 11:30am) Author Karen Salmansohn will be on hand for a Meet and Greet, sponsored by Ladies Who Launch!
Paul McGill and Finding the Lost Weekend (June 16 at 7:00pm) Paul McGill. Local author Paul McGill will sign his new novel Finding the Lost Weekend.
Storytime with Corinne Humphrey (June 21 at 11:00am)
Annette Haws (June 21 at 7:00pm)
A Midsummer Night's Party with Ann Cannon (July 2 at 7:00pm) Join us for a Midsummer Night's Party, in celebration of Ann Cannon and her new book, The Loser's Guide to Life and Love! Margaret Neville has this to say: "Local favorite Ann Cannon will keep readers smiling through her new book. Ed is looking for love. Scout (long ... (more)
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Stephen Trimble (July 10 at 7:00pm) Co-sponsored by the Salt Lake City Public Library and the Wallace Stegner Center for Land, Resources and the Environment. Event location: Main Library, 210 East 400 South, Salt Lake City UT 84111
Jennifer Grillone and 101 Things To Do With Gelatin (July 19 at 2:00pm) Jennifer Adams. Jennifer Grillone presents 101 Things To Do With Gelatin! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon signing.
Breaking Dawn Book Bash (August 1 at 10:00pm) Join us for our late-night Book Bash, celebrating the release of Stephenie Meyer's Breaking Dawn! Come in costume and dazzle the mortals with your supernatural finery! Goodies, games, and prizes will be on hand to make this an unforgettable night. Why just get a book when you can get the full experience?
Susan Sessions Rugh and Are We There Yet? (August 6 at 7:00pm) Susan Sessions Rugh presents Are We There Yet?: The Golden Age of American Family Vacations.
Abby Pecoriello and Crafty Mama (August 19 at 6:00pm) Abby Pecoriello. Abby Pecoriello will present a treasure trove of objects from her book, Crafty Mama, and tell the moms (or moms-to-be) in your community how to create their own Crafty Mama group, how to make the chic-est baby gear on a strict budget, increase community "mom-araderie" and make hte perfect baby shower ... (more)
Kira Salak with The White Mary (August 20 at 7:00pm) Kira Salak presents The White Mary. Kira has won the PEN Award for Journalism and appeared five times in Best American Travel Writing. She is a contributing editor for National Geographic Adventure magazine and was the first woman to traverse Papua New Guinea; her nonfiction account of that trip was ... (more)
Rapunzel Roundup (August 23 at 1:00pm) Event location: Anderson Foothill Library, 1135 South 2100 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Jennifer Lowe-Anker and Forget Me Not (September 9 at 7:00pm) TKE and Black Diamond present Jennifer Lowe-Anker, reading and signing her new book on her husband, Alex Lowe, and their lives as mountaineers, Forget Me Not.
Storytime with Alison Randall & The Wheat Doll (September 13 at 11:00am) Author Alison Randall will lead a special Storytime with a reading and signing of The Wheat Doll.
SLAC presents The Overwhelming (September 17 at 7:30pm) The Overwhelming, by J.T. Rogers Salt Lake Acting Company September 17th - October 12th Read the script, then see the play with your book group! Group Discounts available for groups of 12 or more.
BRISINGR Midnight Release Party! (September 19 at 10:00pm) The third book in the Inheritance cycle from Christopher Paolini arrives at midnight on September 20th.
Cambria Evans and Bone Soup (September 24 at 7:00pm) Cambria Evans will sign her ghoulishly delightful new picture book, Bone Soup.
David Roberts and Devil's Gate: Brigham Young and the Great Mormon Handcart Tragedy (October 2 at 7:00pm) David Roberts will read from and sign his new book, examining the Great Mormon Handcart Tragedy.
Out of the Book: State by State (October 8 at 7:00pm) The Out of the Book film series returns with it's third installment, the new and acclaimed State by State. Join us for a film screening and a panel discussion. More details to come -- stay tuned!
Nikki Giovanni and Hip Hop Speaks to Children (October 10 at 7:00pm) Nikki Giovanni. Nikki Giovanni proves that poetry can be fun, hip hop can be hopeful and together they can inspire with her new picture book, Hip Hop Speaks to Children.
Nancy Mellon on Body Eloquence (October 11 at 11:00am) Nancy Mellon. Stories can hurt or heal, and the authors show you how to hear the messages that echo within your body. Once you learn to listen, you can tap into the healing energies for a more dynamic life. Join us for a discussion and signing for "Body Eloquence: The Power of Myth and Story to Awaken the Body's Energies".
Pseudonymous Bosch (October 16 at 7:00pm)
Bill Kerig and Edge of Never (October 17 at 7:00pm) William A. Kerig. Bill Kerig will present and sign his new book, Edge of Never, which follows 15-year-old Kye Peterson as he attempts to conquer the same mountain in France that claimed the life of his father more than a decade earlier.
Carol Moldaw and The Widening (October 18 at 2:00pm) Carol Moldaw. Author and poet Carol Moldaw will present her debut novel, The Widening.
Laurie Keller (October 21 at 7:00pm)
Film Screening and Panel Discussion for Paperback Dreams (October 23 at 7:00pm) Event location: Salt Lake City Public Library, 210 East 400 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
James Dashner signs The 13th Reality (November 3 at 7:00pm) Local author James Dashner will sign the first book in his middle reader fantasy adventure series, The 13th Reality: The Journal of Curious Letters.
Megan McDonald (November 7 at 4:00pm)
Emily Wing Smith and The Way He Lived (November 10 at 7:00pm) Local author Emily Wing Smith will read from and sign her debut YA novel, The Way He Lived.
Barbara Flanagan and the Smart Home (November 18 at 7:00pm) Barbara Flanagan. Barbara Flanagan presents Flanagan's Smart Home: 98 Essentials for Starting Out, Starting Over, Scaling Back. Come and find out the top items that make a Smart Home--economical, ecological, and luxurious--as well as her top 5 items that can help save a household the most money this winter.
Sean Connelly signs Irresponsible Science (November 19 at 7:00pm) Sean Connelly. Sean Connelly will sign his new book for children, The Book of Totally Irresponsible Science: 64 Daring Experiments for Young Scientists.
Storytime with Cheryl Gaysunas Williams and Everett, the Incredibly Helpful Helper (November 22 at 11:00am) Sue-Anne Murrow. Join regular storyteller Cheryl Gaysunas Williams for a very special storytime, featuring her new picture book Everett, the Incredibly Helpful Helper! Geared toward kids ages 2-5, Everett, the Incredibly Helpful Helper is the debut title in a picture book series about Everett, a boy who pre-school kids ... (more)
Rosalie Winard at Skaggs Auditorium (December 1 at 6:30pm) Rosalie Winard. Join Rosalie Winard, author of Wild Birds of the American Wetlands, for a discussion of her birding adventures and photos from her personal archives. Then accompany Rosalie through her exhibit at the Utah Museum of Natural History for a behind-the-shot story of her photographs. For more information, ... (more)
Maggie Stevens (January 6 at 7:00pm)
Terrell Dougan and That Went Well (January 8 at 7:00pm) Terrell Dougan presents her new memoir, That Went Well.
Bill Kerig and Edge of Never (January 12 at 7:00pm) William A. Kerig. Bill Kerig will sign Edge of Never.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid #3 Launch Party (January 13 at 4:00pm) The third book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, The Last Straw. Join us for fun, games, and books to celebrate, and get 15% off The Last Straw!
Oakland Book Group #3 meets & discusses Unforgiving Years (January 14 at 7:00pm) Oakland Book Group #3 meets and discusses Unforgiving Years by Victor Serge. This event is open to the public and free to attend. Books will be available for purchase at the store.
Allen Edwards discusses and signs Shear Force (January 15 at 7:00pm) Allen Edwards. DIESEL, A Bookstore in Brentwood is pleased to welcome local stylist & author, Allen Edwards, as he discusses and signs his new book, Shear Force: An Image-Maker's Memoir. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Beauty industry icon and hair guru Allen Edwards is an internationally renowned image-maker and business leader. ... (more)
CANCELED: Kim Barnes and A Country Called Home (January 21 at 7:00pm) Kim Barnes will present her debut novel, A Country Called Home later this fall, date and time TBA.
Temple Grandin (January 22 at 7:00pm) Event location: Salt Lake City Public Library, 210 East 400 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Jessica Day George and Princess of the Midnight Ball (February 7 at 2:00pm) Jessica Day George. Local author Jessica Day George presents her newest middle grade novel, a retelling of the classic story of the twelve dancing princesses,Princesses of the Midnight Ball.
Storytime with Leslie Lammle and Once Upon a Saturday (February 14 at 11:00am) Leslie Lammle. Leslie Lammle will be at Storytime presenting her wonderful new picture book, Once Upon a Saturday.
Jamie Ford and Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet (February 19 at 7:00pm) Jamie Ford presents his debut novel, Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet.
Scott Cooney and Build a Green Small Business (February 20 at 7:00pm) Scott Cooney will present and sign Build a Green Small Business.
Hank Klibanoff and The Race Beat (February 21 at 7:00pm) Hank Klibanoff will sign The Race Beat.
Cat Urbigkit and Yellowstone Wolves (February 26 at 7:00pm) Cat Urbigkit will present and sign Yellowstone Wolves, which examines the controversial wolf reintroduction program Yellowstone National Park.
Peter Robinson and All the Colors of Darkness (March 2 at 7:00pm) Peter Robinson presents the newest installment in the Ian Banks series, All the Colors of Darkness.
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Julie Berry and Amaranth Enchantment (March 6 at 7:00pm) Author Julie Berry presents her debut novel for tweens and teens, Amaranth Enchantment.
Steven Wax and Kafka Comes to America (March 9 at 12:00pm) Steven Wax will present Kafka Comes to America: Fighting for Justice in the War on Terror, sponsored by the Park City Library.
Clive Matson discusses and signs Mainline to the Heart (March 11 at 7:00pm) Clive Matson. DIESEL, A Bookstore in Oakland is pleased to welcome Clive Matson to discuss and sign Mainline to the Heart. This event is free and all are welcome! About the Book: This new edition of Clive Matson’s early poems includes all of Diane di Prima’s “Poets Press” version -- 1,000 copies were sold ... (more)
Jennifer Adams and Remarkably Jane (March 12 at 7:00pm) Jennifer Adams. Local author Jennifer Adams presents Remarkably Jane.
Nathaniel Frank, author of Unfriendly Fire (March 16 at 6:30pm) March 1st marks the 15th anniversary of the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy banning open gays from the military. New attention has focused on this explosive culture war issue, as Democrats renew promises to lift the ban, perhaps as soon as this year. With UNFRIENDLY FIRE: How the Gay Ban Undermines ... (more)
Peter Rock and My Abandonment (March 18 at 7:00pm) Writers@Work alum Peter Rock returns to Salt Lake to read from and sign his stunning new novel, My Abandonment.
Storytime with Ballet West (March 21 at 11:00am) Join Ballet West for a special Storytime, featuring “HONK! The Story of a Prima Swanerina” and other stories about ballet and dance, and meet a Ballet West Ballerina!
David McGlynn and End of the Straight and Narrow (March 21 at 2:00pm) Poet David McGlynn will read from his new collection, End of the Straight and Narrow.
Jodi Picoult and Handle With Care (March 25 at 7:00pm) Bestselling author Jodi Picoult will read from and sign her new novel, Handle With Care.
Laurie Halse Anderson and Wintergirls (March 26 at 7:00pm) Laurie Halse Anderson will sign her new novel for teens, Wintergirls.
Rebecca Rule comes to Keene for Pie (March 28 at 3:30pm) REBECCA RULE signing and discussing LIVE FREE AND EAT PIE : A STORYTELLER’S GUIDE TO NEW HAMPSHIRE, her hilarious interpretation of the state’s history, culture, climate, attractions, vernacular, and more!
Persis M. Karim (April 2 at 7:00pm) Diesel, A Bookstore in Oakland and the Institute of European Studies at UC Berkeley proudly present Persis M. Karim as part of a year-long public outreach program on Women, Islam and the West. The program aims to place intellectuals, activists, artists, writers and academics in conversation with an informed ... (more)
Leeann Whiffen and A Child's Journey Out of Autism (April 3 at 7:00pm) Local author Leeann Whiffen will read from and sign her amazing memoir, A Child's Journey Out of Autism.
Storytime with Amanda Noll and I Need My Monster (April 4 at 11:00am) Amanda Noll. Amanda Noll will be at Storytime to present her new picture book, I Need My Monster, plus a craft and goodies!
Leeann Whiffen and A Child's Journey Out of Autism (April 4 at 7:00pm) Local author Leeann Whiffen will read from and sign her amazing memoir, A Child's Journey Out of Autism.
Book Group #1 meets to discuss The Charterhouse of Parma (April 7 at 7:00pm) Book Group #1 meets to discuss Stendhal's The Charterhouse of Parma. This event is free and all are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Cara Diaconoff and Unmarriageable Daughters (April 8 at 7:00pm) Cara Diaconoff. Cara Diaconoff will read from her new novel, Unmarriageable Daughters. Cosponsored by City Arts.
Jon Ginoli of Pansy Division at Lambda Rising! (April 12 at 6:30pm) At the height of their career, just off their successful tour with Green Day, Pansy Division dropped by Lambda Rising’s DC bookstore, set up their instruments in our front window, and honored us and our customers with a raucous, rocking free concert. Now founding Pansy Jon Ginoli returns to Lambda ... (more)
Heather Armstrong and It Sucked and Then I Cried (April 15 at 7:00pm) Local author and Dooce.com blogger Heather Armstrong returns to TKE to launch her hysterical new memoir, It Sucked and Then I Cried.
Abby Stokes and Is This Thing On? (April 22 at 7:00pm) Abby Stokes presents Is This Thing On?, a technology tutorial for technophobes.
Ann Dee Ellis and Everything Is Fine (April 28 at 7:00pm) Local author Ann Dee Ellis presents her second book for young readers, Everything Is Fine.
Sandra Dallas and Prayers for Sale (April 30 at 7:00pm) Author Sandra Dallas presents her newest novel, Prayers for Sale.
First Friday - Author Reading (May 1 at 7:00pm) Bruce L. Foxworthy. Join Bruce Foxworthy as he retells stories from his new book, "Making Do and Hanging On: Growing Up in Apple Country Through the Great Depression
Poetry Flash featuring Carol Moldaw, Julia B. Levine and Ruth L. Schwartz (May 3 at 3:00pm) Diesel, A Bookstore in Oakland is excited to present another installment of the always enjoyable Poetry Flash series, featuring Carol Moldaw, Julia B. Levine and Ruth L. Schwartz. Join us for a wonderful afternoon!About the Poets:Carol Moldaw's new book, The Widening, calls itself a "lyric novel" and ... (more)
Michael O'Reilly and Mysteries and Legends of Utah (May 5 at 7:00pm) Michael O'Reilly. Local author Michael O'Reilly presents his new book, Mysteries and Legends of Utah.
Jennifer Riggs Vetter reads and signs Down By the Station (May 6 at 7:00pm) Jennifer Vetter. Rockridge resident, mother, former children's book editor and longtime Diesel customer Jennifer Riggs Vetter reads, discusses and signs her debut picturebook, Down By the Station. Come cheer her on!! Down by the depot, early in the morning See the yellow school buses all in a row See the school bus driver ... (more)
Dr. Mark Sloan and Birth Day (May 7 at 7:00pm) Dr. Mark Sloan presents Birth Day, just in time for Mother's Day!
Christopher McDougall and Born to Run (May 12 at 7:00pm) Christopher McDougall presents Born to Run.
Siddharth Kara discusses and signs Sex Trafficking (May 13 at 7:00pm) Diesel, A Bookstore in Brentwood is delighted to present Columbia University Press author and local resident Siddharth Kara to discuss and sign his new book, Sex Trafficking: Inside the Business of Modern Slavery. This event is free and all are welcome!About the Book: Every year, millions of women and ... (more)
Visiting Author - Linda Urban (May 14 at 10:00am) Linda Urban is coming to town for two events with two different audiences. First, she will be at the Children's Museum to read from her new picture book, MOUSE WAS MAD. Join us at the museum and find out how Mouse discovers the best way to be mad.
Aprilynne Pike and Wings (May 14 at 7:00pm) Local author Aprilynne Pike will read from and sign her debut YA novel, Wings.
Peter Fogtdal and The Tsar's Dwarf (May 16 at 7:00pm) Peter Fogtdal presents his new novel, The Tsar's Dwarf.
Norm Sperling discusses and signs This Book Warps Space & Time (May 20 at 7:00pm) Diesel, A Bookstore in Oakland is excited to host an evening with Norm Sperling, editor of The Journal of Irreproducible Results, as he discuss and inscribes JIR's new anthology, This Book Warps Space and Time. This event is free and will be a total blast, so you should stop by!Here's the Editor in his ... (more)
Rachel Dickinson and Falconer on the Edge (May 21 at 7:00pm) Rachel Dickinson presents Falconer on the Edge, which tells the story of the Hogle Zoo's own Steve Chindgren, a master manipulator who helps falcons – compact, effective killing machines – fulfill their destiny. Chindgren will attend the event as well.
Carol Lynch Williams and The Chosen One (May 22 at 7:00pm) Local author Carol Lynch Williams presents her new novel for teens, The Chosen One.
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Michael Malone and Four Corners of the Sky (June 3 at 7:00pm) Michael Malone. Michael Malone returns to Salt Lake with his long-awaited novel, Four Corners of the Sky.
Lance Allred and Longshot (June 4 at 7:00pm) Lance Allred. Cleveland Cavalier Lance Allred, who played basketball at the University of Utah, presents his memoir Longshot.
Sarah Burningham and Boyology (June 5 at 7:00pm) Sarah Burningham returns to Salt Lake with Boyology.
James Kay and Resurrection (June 9 at 7:00pm) Annette McGivney. Photographer James Kay will be on hand for a reception and signing for Resurrection.
Jean Reagan and Always My Brother (June 12 at 6:00pm) Jean Reagan. Local author Jean Reagan presents Always My Brother.
Shannon Hale and The Actor and the Housewife (June 13 at 5:00pm) Local author Shannon Hale presents her new adult novel, The Actor and the Housewife.
Andre Dubus III and The Garden of Last Days (June 16 at 7:00pm) House of Sand and Fog author Andre Dubus will read from and sign his new novel, The Garden of Last Days.
Gregg Hurwitz discusses and signs Trust No One (June 23 at 7:00pm) Diesel, A Bookstore in Brentwood is pleased to present Gregg Hurwitz as he discusses and signs his new novel, Trust No One. This event is free and all are welcome and encouraged to attend!About the Author:Gregg Hurwitz is the critically acclaimed, internationally bestselling author of The Tower, Minutes ... (more)
Norman Ollestad discusses and signs Crazy for the Storm (June 28 at 3:00pm) Norman Ollestad. Diesel, A Bookstore in Malibu is excited to welcome Norman Ollestad to the shop to discuss and sign his book, Crazy fo the Storm: A Memoir of Survival. This event is free and all are welcome and encouraged to attend!
Pollyanna Pixton (July 22 at 7:00pm) Pollyanna Pixton reads from Stand Back and Deliver: Accelerating Business Agility.
Jason Kersten (July 30 at 7:00pm) Jason Kersten reads from The Art of Making Money: The Story of a Master Counterfeiter.
Forest Born with Shannon Hale (September 19 at 2:00pm) Award-winning local author Shannon Hale will present the newest book in the Bayern series, Forest Born.
Zoe Murdock and Torn by God (September 26 at 2:00pm)
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