Event categories: books

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Creating Book Covers (And Judging Them)

Date: February 18, 2026
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online (Zoom)
What Makes a Book Cover "Work," and How to Do it Yourself Have you ever heard the line "authors should never create their covers"? Well, here, you'll hear the opposite! Indie authors Sarah and Elle will discuss the design tips they keep in mind, the pitfalls they try to avoid, and the tools they use […]
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Cozy in the City

Date: November 19, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online (Zoom)

Turn the city into your cozy stage. Learn how to keep the warmth and intimacy of a small-town mystery while setting your sleuth loose in the bustle of urban life. Elizabeth Kerri Mahon has gathered fantastic panelists who will share smart ways to build neighborhood circles, weave gossip and clues into city backdrops, and make your detective’s curiosity feel natural, even in the concrete jungle.

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NYSinC Virtual Open Mic Night

Date: January 21, 2026
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online (Zoom)
You’re invited! Join us for our annual NYSinC Virtual Open Mic Night on Wednesday, January 21st at 6:30 PM. This is your chance to share your voice, your words, and your stories with a warm and welcoming community. We have room for twelve readers, and spots usually fill up fast! Each reading is limited to five […]

Brooklyn Book Festival

Date: September 21, 2025
Time: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: Brooklyn Borough Hall and surrounding venues
Update: We will be at Booth 234 from 10am to 6pm (See the map below to find our booth). Drop by and meet our author members. Find exciting new books. Also, SpeakEasy is partnering with the festival to take donations of books that don't sell. If you're a member and are planning to be there […]