Heading into the winter season, we explore dark themes in fiction to shed light on humanity’s capacity for grace and terrible crimes.Writers of mystery and crime fiction walk a tightrope between revelation and revulsion. They crack open the facades of families, cities, and histories to expose what festers underneath. Whether through the sly charm of a cozy, the razor edge Read More ...

Googoosh in conversation with Nazanin Boniadi discussing her memoir, "Googoosh: A Sinful Voice."Please note:-- Tickets cannot be re-sold on re-seller platforms. Re-sold ticket will not be honored.-- Tickets are non refundable and are not transferable.-- All ticket holders should be ready to show ID at the event.-- The name(s) you provide during registration will be on a will-call list at Read More ...

Signed books make great gifts. Join us for wine and cheese, and hummus and the holiday spirit!Stories. Ideas. Conversation. Community. A series of on-stage conversations featuring writers, actors, musicians, humorists, artists, chefs, scientists and thought leaders in business.Yes, it’s that time of year: The LiveTalks Los Angeles Holiday Signed Books Pop Up Store.We know you love & appreciate that signed Read More ...

Ruthie Rogers & Ed Ruscha with Laurene Powell Jobs discussing their book, "Squeeze Me: Lemon Recipes & Art"Please note:-- Tickets cannot be re-sold on re-seller platforms. Re-sold ticket will not be honored.-- Tickets are non refundable and are not transferable.-- All ticket holders should be ready to show ID at the event.-- The name(s) you provide during registration will be Read More ...

Signed books make great gifts. Join us for wine and cheese, and hummus and the holiday spirit!Stories. Ideas. Conversation. Community. A series of on-stage conversations featuring writers, actors, musicians, humorists, artists, chefs, scientists and thought leaders in business.Yes, it’s that time of year: The LiveTalks Los Angeles Holiday Signed Books Pop Up Store.We know you love & appreciate that signed Read More ...

FREE EVENT! Must RSVP due to limited slots. Event is at the Circus of Books EAST - 8230 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046Join us for a BOOK SIGNING & MEET-N-GREET with Chris Salvatore as we celebrate the release of his newest coffee table book "ISLAND BOY" shot by Lester Villarama in Kauai, Hawaii. This is a FREE EVENT. Read More ...

Meet & Greet with L.V. Hernandez along with a presentation about their book. Pick up themed book merch and more!Follow us on Instgram for event updates & more!@theopenbook_pasadena

Palabras Literary Salon celebrates BIPOC poets + writers for intercultural community building.Come enjoy an afternoon with Palabras Literary Salon, a BIPOC-centered literary community event with host Jen Cheng in Chinatown Los Angeles.Our January edition features Danielle P. Williams to celebrate her new poetry book from Arizona Press, CHAMORRITA SONG, and other writing. Our event has a guest readers circle, a Read More ...

Join Rep Club for a discussion on 'Forever For The Culture' by author Steven Underwood in conversation with Tré MelvinWHO & WHAT: Join Rep Club for a discussion on Forever For The Culture: Notes from the New Black Digital Arts Renaissance with author Steven Underwood & moderator Tré MelvinWHEN: Doors at 6:30pm, event promptly at 7pm.WHERE: Reparations Club, 3054 S. Read More ...

Join Rep Club for a discussion on 'I Identify As Blind' by author and artist Lachi in conversation with Nic Novicki.WHO & WHAT: Join Rep Club for a discussion on I Identify as Blind with author Lachi & moderator Nic Novicki.WHEN: Doors at 2:30pm, event promptly at 3pm.WHERE: Reparations Club, 3054 S. Victoria Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90016HOW:TICKET w/ BOOK: Read More ...

Celebrating various Pushcart Prize winners from Southern CaliforniaJoin us in the Wanda Coleman Theater to celebrate various Pushcart Prize winners from Southern California. The 50th anniversary edition of the Pushcart Prize anthology features new work from second-time winner Lou Mathews. Reading alongside him are fiction writers Tommy Moore and Kim Samek, as well as poets Michael Mark and Melissa Mc Read More ...

Meet your local authors at the Village Well for a panel on telling stories across genres, the business of writing books, and more!Local Author Panel at the Village WellJoin us for a fun and casual evening with some amazing local authors sharing their stories and insights. This is a great chance to hear about their journeys, ask questions, and get Read More ...

Meet local author Kelly R. Nelson, pick up a signed copy of her spicy suspenseful novel: The Devil in the Details.Follow us on Instagram for event updates!@theopenbook_pasadena

Join Rep Club at The Gathering Spot for the L.A. launch of 'If I Ruled The World' by Amy Dubois Barnett and moderator Ryan Michelle BathéWHO & WHAT: Join Rep Club at The Gathering Spot for the L.A. launch of 'If I Ruled The World'by author Amy DuBois Barnett and moderator Ryan Michelle Bathé.WHEN: Doors at 6:30pm, event promptly at Read More ...

A reading and book launch with poets from the Bay areaJoin us for an evening in the Wanda Coleman Theater celebrating the release of The Invasion of Pantomime, a book by Tim Xonelly composed of themes such as dream imagery and queer pride. Featured poets are writer and educator, antmen pimentel mendoza and therapist, poet and performer, Roberto F. Santiago. Read More ...

Petra Lord presents the deluxe edition of her "spectacular, mesmerizing debut” with #1 New York Times-bestselling author Marie Lu!***This limited deluxe edition is printed with one-of-a-kind etched, gold foil edges, stunning foil on the case, and a striking printed endpaper map!***"The ruthless, remarkable world you’ve been waiting for." —Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of These Violent Delights"A twisty, Read More ...

Meet the author Christopher Jones and get a signed copy of his self-help book!Follow us on Instagram for event updates!@theopenbook_pasadena