Brandon R. Brown: 7 p.m. Aug. 5, Third Place Books, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. “The Apollo Chronicles: Engineering America’s First Moon Missions,” presents an immersive journey from the space program’s origins through the moon landings. As the son of an Apollo program engineer, Brown presents the story of the earthbound, those who solved confounding problems and balanced missions on a mathematical razor’s edge to the moon and back. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
Kira Jane Buxton: 7 p.m. Aug. 6 at Third Place Books, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. In “Hollow Kingdom” we meet S.T., a domesticated crow, is a bird of simple pleasures: hanging out with his owner Big Jim, trading insults with Seattle’s wild crows and enjoying the finest food humankind has to offer: Cheetos. Then Big Jim’s eyeball falls out of his head, and S.T. starts to feel like something isn’t quite right. More at www.thirdplacebooks.com.
Anna Holmes: 7 p.m. Aug. 9. University Bookstore, Mill Creek Town Center, 15311 Main St. Mill Creek. The author discusses “Ember.” The war is over. The island of Elyssia has been freed from the clutches of the Rosalian Legion, power restored to the island’s monarchy. However, after leading the Resurgence from the front, Princess Caelin now finds herself sitting and waiting more often than not.
Candace Robb: Noon Aug. 10, Edmonds Bookshop, 111 Fifth Ave. S., Edmonds. The newest book in Robb’s Owen Archer series, “Conspiracy of Wolves,” is set in 1374. When a prominent citizen is found dead in the woods, rumors spread that wolves running loose throughout the city are responsible. Owen Archer is persuaded out of retirement and teams up with Geoffrey Chaucer to investigate, only to discover a deadly conspiracy may be afoot. More at www.edmondsbookshop.com.
V.M. Karren: 2 p.m. Aug. 10, The Neverending Bookshop, 7530 Olympic View Drive, Suite 105, Edmonds. Karren’s novels, “The Deceit of Riches” and “From the Rooftops,” follow American student Peter Turner, living in Russia, as he uncovers a network of murders and covers ups. To avoid being killed himself, Turner flees. Karren will read from his books and sign copies. More at www.theneverendingbookshop.com.
Olivia Waite: Tuesday, Aug. 13 at 7 p.m. Aug. 13 at Third Place Books, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. In conversation with Lish McBride, “A Lady’s Guide to Celestial Mechanics.” As Lucy Muchelney watches her ex-lover’s sham of a wedding, she wishes herself anywhere else. It isn’t until she finds a letter from the Countess of Moth, looking for someone to translate a groundbreaking French astronomy text, that she knows where to go.
Caleb Woods: 6 p.m. Aug. 15: The Neverending Ending Bookshop, 7530 Olympic View Drive, Suite 105, Edmonds. Poet Caleb Woods at 6 p.m. with his book “Harnessing Darkness: Expressing Mental Illness Through Poetry.” Caleb’s poetry helped him cope with developing and ongoing PTSD and depression. He expresses his emotions and experiences growing up as a gay young man in the Bible Belt. Caleb’s poetry is already getting rave reviews.
Matthew Kepnes: 6 p.m. Aug 16, Third Place Books, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. “Ten Years a Nomad: A Traveler’s Journey Home.” The bestselling author of “How to Travel the World on $50 a Day,” knows what it feels like to get the travel bug. After meeting some travelers on a trip to Thailand in 2005, he set off for a year- long trip around the world. He finally came home after 10 years. Over 500,000 miles, 1,000 hostels, and 90 different countries later, he has compiled his favorite stories, experiences, and insights into this travel manifesto.
Susan Wiggs: 6 p.m. Aug. 17, Third Place Books, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. In Wiggs’ new novel, “The Oysterville Sewing Circle,” Caroline Shelby rolls into Oysterville, a tiny hamlet at the edge of the raging Pacific. She’s come home to heal, and returns to her favorite place: the sewing shop owned by Mrs. Lindy Bloom, the woman who inspired her and taught her to sew. Thus begins the Oysterville Sewing Circle — where women can join forces to support each other through the troubles they keep hidden.
Cora Carmack: 6 p.m. Aug. 29, The Neverending Bookshop, 7530 Olympic View Drive, Suite 105, Edmonds. Carmack discusses her books “Roar” and “Rage.” Cora will talk with bookshop owner Annie Carl, and the two will be discussing not only the fantasy elements of Cora’s books, but also the disabled representation within them.
POETRY READINGS
The Neverending Bookshop: 6 p.m. first Fridays. The bookshop hosts a Flash Fiction and Poetry Slam at 7530 Olympic View Drive, Suite 105, Edmonds. All poets and short fiction/non-fiction writers are welcome. Call 425-415-1945.
Edmonds Bookshop: 5 p.m. third Thursdays. Third Thursday Art Walk poetry readings are held during the Everett Art Walk at the bookshop, 111 Fifth Ave. S., Edmonds. Call 425-775-2789 for more.
Black Lab Gallery: 7 p.m. Mondays. The gallery offers a poetry reading each Monday evening at 1618 Hewitt Ave., Everett. For more information, call 425-512-9476.
Cafe Zippy: 7 p.m. Thursdays. Everett Poetry Night at the cafe is on most Thursday evenings at 1502 Rucker Ave., Everett. Call 425-303-0474.
Hibulb Cultural Center: 6 p.m. first Thursdays. The museum’s Open Mic Poetry series continues. In the Longhouse Room at 6410 23rd Ave. NE, Tulalip. Visit www.hibulbculturalcenter.org for more.
NEW BOOKS
Alan Hardwick: The Edmonds author’s debut novel, “Never Been This Close to Crazy,” is about finding love in the most unexpected places. When a 40-something personnel worker with no kids and a short to-do list meets a guitar-playing cop with a bunch of kids and an unstable ex-wife, the stage is set for a love story with a whole lot of crazy going on. If Hardwick looks familiar, it could be that he once stopped you for speeding. Hardwick is a police sergeant with the Edmonds Police Department. More at www.alanhardwick.com.
Steve K. Bertrand: The Mukilteo author has released another book of poetry: “Paleolithica and Other Poems.” It’s the first volume of a collection of poems spanning 1978 to 2018. The award-winning poet, historian and photographer has published more than 25 books. Find his books on Amazon.
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