Calling all teens! Have you always wanted to write a novel but can’t think of a good idea for a plot? Is starting the easy part, but you get stuck a few pages in? Join our Teen Novel Writing Camp this summer for a four-day fiction fitness boost!
Drew Daywalt, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Day the Crayons Quit, returns to Kepler’s with his laugh-out-loud funny graphic novel–style picture book about a paper fortune teller left behind at recess who ends up saving the day.
The author of The Day the Crayons Quit takes to the stage with his hilarious new chapter book, No Sam! and the Meow of Deception.
Alexandra Brown Chang and Raegan Revord join us to talk about their swoony YA rom-com debuts.
Kepler’s is overjoyed to host Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro for The Court of the Dead, the hugely anticipated sequel to The Sun and the Star.
Join us for a free, family friendly anniversary block party with live music, local food vendors and children's activities.
#1 New York Times bestselling author Katherine Applegate returns to Kepler's with her stunning tale of kindness and second chances, Pocket Bear.
Get ready to dig in and explore the bustling world of construction in this interactive storytime!
Join us for games trivia and artsy fun to celebrate the publication of some amazing new graphic novels!
Sibling creator duo, Jennifer L. Holm and Matthew Holm join us with the sixth installment of the beloved Sunny series.
#1 New York Times bestselling author Marissa Meyer returns to Kepler’s with illustrator Joelle Murray for their young adult graphic novel, We Could Be Magic.
Beloved author and illustrator, Jon Agee, joins us on the publication of his hilarious new picture book, “George & Lenny Are Always Together”.
Bestselling author Brian Selznick joins us to discuss Run Away With Me, his unforgettable coming-of-age love story for young adults.
Bestselling author John Green invites us to join the conversation about the world's deadliest infectious disease.
Caldecott Honoree Shawn Harris joins us for story time and an interactive drawing workshop inspired by his new picture book, Let’s Be Bees.
Santa’s sleigh is returning to Kepler’s, and we have a whole morning of merriment planned! Join us for storytime and a signing with Santa!
Join celebrated author Jason Reynolds to celebrate his first-ever YA romance, Twenty-Four Seconds from Now…: A Love Story.
#1 New York Times bestselling author Rick Riordan joins us for a virtual event to celebrate the publication of Wrath of the Triple Goddess.
Kepler’s welcomes back New York Times bestselling author Allison Saft to discuss her latest sapphic romance fantasy.
Kepler's is thrilled to host New York Times bestselling author Kelly Yang to celebrate the release of Finally Heard! Lina, along with her two BFFs, sets off to find a way to go viral. Soon they find that everything online isn’t always what it seems. It is a timely story that explores the challenges and triumphs of navigating today's social media landscape.
Kepler's is thrilled to host New York Times bestselling author Kelly Yang to celebrate the release of Finally Heard! Lina, along with her two BFFs, sets off to find a way to go viral. Soon they find that everything online isn’t always what it seems. It is a timely story that explores the challenges and triumphs of navigating today's social media landscape.
Kepler’s is excited to bring you our first youth event of 2024! Allison Saft, New York Times bestselling author, joins us to celebrate the launch of A Fragile Enchantment. Get ready for this sweeping fantasy romance novel brimming with magic, lingering stares, and witty banter. Allison will be in conversation with Ava Reid, New York Times best selling author of A Study in Drowning.
Join children’s bookseller extraordinaire Kristin Hall for a seasonal and festive storytime, singalong, and book signing by Santa Claus himself!
Andy Griffiths, New York Times bestselling author, returns to Kepler’s to celebrate the release of his latest book, 156-Story Treehouse.
Kepler’s is excited to host an incredible panel of children’s fantasy authors! Join us to celebrate the release of Hollowthorn by Kalyn Josephson, a spectacularly spooky story that you are not going to want to put down! Kalyn will be joined by Claire Kann and Misa Sugiura and will be moderated by our bookseller extraordinaire, Kristin Hall.
Take a visually stunning journey through humankind’s history with globally renowned artist and internationally bestselling author, Oliver Jeffers, as he examines our shared motivations for existence in his first illustrated book for all ages, Begin Again: The Story of How We Got Here and Where We Might Go. Join us at Kepler’s for an incredible evening with Oliver Jeffers that includes a solo presentation, a moderated Q&A, followed by a signing.
Kepler’s is thrilled to host Shelby Mahurin, New York Times bestselling author, for her latest young adult novel, The Scarlet Veil. A dark and thrilling vampire romance we have all been waiting for. Shelby will be joined by Ava Reid author of The Wolf and The Woodsman, Juniper & Thorn, and A Study in Drowning.
Join us to launch the latest picture book by New York Times bestselling author Joanna Ho. Say My Name shows us the importance of names and how they define who we are. Names are passed down from previous generations and hold all their hopes and dreams and hold so much history from our ancestors.
Kepler’s is overjoyed to host Ava Reid for the launch of their young adult debut novel A Study in Drowning! Reid masterfully crafts a beautifully eerie narrative, weaving together elements of magic, mystery, and self-discovery. Ava Reid will be in conversation with Allison Saft, the New York Times and indie bestselling author of A Far Wilder Magic and Down Comes the Night. Grab your tickets soon!
Kepler’s is thrilled to bring you an epic romance panel! We are celebrating the release of The Name Drop by Susan Lee. Susan will be joined by Rosie Danan, Ali Hazelwood, and Christina Lauren! This is one incredible panel you are not going to want to miss!
Join New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Lynn Barnes at Kepler's Books! The Brothers Hawthorne an electrifying tale of Grayson and Jameson, two brothers caught in twisted games, pushing them to confront their true selves. Jennifer will be in coversation with author Tamara Ireland Stone. Don’t miss this incredible event!
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