Author Events

Did you know we have the biggest, number one author event series in the country? Each month the St. Louis County Library Foundation brings bestselling and award-winning authors from a variety of genres to the library, offering readers exclusive opportunities to meet and engage with their favorite writers.

Unless otherwise noted, all events are free and open to the public. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Seating is limited; early arrival is highly recommended. Books for signing will be available for purchase at the events. For more information, please call 314-994-3300.

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Daniel Silva - "A Death in Cornwall" book cover and color author photo

Ticketed Event: Daniel Silva

Daniel Silva has been called his generation’s finest writer of international intrigue and one of the greatest American spy novelists ever. With “A Death in Cornwall,” Silva presents the year’s most anticipated thriller. In this latest fast-paced international thriller starring art restorer and secret agent Gabriel Allon, a brutal murder and a missing masterpiece lead to a dangerous hunt across Europe.

Friday, July 19, 2024
7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Clark Family Branch - CLOSED
Rainbow Rowell - "Slow Dance" book cover and color author photo

Ticketed Event: Rainbow Rowell

From the #1 bestselling author of “Eleanor & Park” and the Simon Snow trilogy, Rainbow Rowell presents a bright, beaming power ballad of a novel. “Slow Dance” tells the humorous and heartbreaking love story of best friends Shiloh and Cary from their inseparable teen years to their far-flung adulthoods as they try to figure out what their relationship is, where it went wrong, and how to finally make it right.

Friday, July 26, 2024
7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Clark Family Branch - CLOSED