Tag: YA Book Events NYC

Marisha Pessl, Adele Griffin, & More In the City This Week (YA Book Events NYC 6/11-17)

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As we get closer to summer vacation events are beginning to wind down, but there are still a number of great events happening around the city. Check out the full schedule below and make sure to follow YA Book Events NYC on Twitter to get regular updates on bookish events happening around the city.

Monday, June 11

Always Forever Maybe Launch Party at McNally Jackson Books – Prince St. (7 p.m.)

Join author Anica Mrose Rissi for the launch of her new novel Always Forever Maybe. There will be snacks and prosecco for the 21+ crowd. Free event.

Tuesday, June 12

Meet Saundra Mitchell for All Out at Books of Wonder (6-8 p.m.)

Join author/editor Saundra Mitchell as she shares her amazing anthology All Out. She’ll be joined by contributors Dahlia Adler and Kody Keplinger. Free event.

Meet Andrew McCarthy and Adele Griffin at Barnes and Noble 86th & Lexington Ave (7 p.m.)

Join Pretty in Pink actor and author Andrew McCarthy and author Adele Griffin as they discuss their new releases Just Fly Away and Tell Me No Lies. Free event.

Thursday, June 14

Marisha Pessl in Conversation With Melissa Albert at Barnes & Noble Tribeca (6-9 p.m.)

Celebrate the release of bestselling author Marisha Pessl’s new novel, Neverworld Wake. She will be in conversation with B&N Teen Blog editor and NYT bestselling author Melissa Albert. Priority seating with purchase of the book at the store.

Andrew McCarthy & Adele Griffin at Books Are Magic (7:30-8:30 p.m.)

Join Andrew McCarthy (Just Fly Away) and Adele Griffin (Tell Me No Lies) as they discuss their new novels. Free event.

Saturday, June 16

Great Middle Reads at Books of Wonder Uptown (3-5 p.m.)

Come to Books of Wonder Uptown for a great middle grade panel featuring Mary Winn Heider (The Mortification of Fovea Munson), Cordelia Jensen and Laurie Morrison (Every Shiny Thing), Melissa Sarno (Just Under the Clouds), and Barbara Dee (Everything I Know About You). The authors will be in conversation with author Coe Booth. Free event.

Morgan Matson, Brandy Colbert, & More In The City This Week (YA Book Events NYC 6/4-6/10)

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Were there authors you missed at BookCon? Never fear! This week is packed with author events that’ll make you feel like BookCon is still going on. Check out the full schedule below and make sure to follow YA Book Events NYC on Twitter to get regular updates on the bookish events happening around the city.

Monday, June 4

Launch Party for Mayfly by Jeff Sweat at Books of Wonder (6-8 p.m.)

Join Jeff Sweat as he introduces his debut futuristic thriller, Mayfly. Free event.

Tuesday, June 5

Launching Morgan Matson’s Save the Date at McNally Jackson Books – Prince Street (6 p.m.)

Meet Morgan Matson as she celebrates the release of her latest novel, Save the Date. Though books will already be pre-signed you can meet and chat with Morgan and get your books personalized. Free event.

Launch Event for Sweet Black Waves by Kristina Perez at Books of Wonder Uptown (6-8 p.m.)

Join Kristina Perez and fellow authors, Heidi Heilig (The Ship Beyond Time) and Elizabeth Lim (Reflection), as they celebrate the release of Perez’s novel, Sweet Black Waves. Free event.

A Reading And Q&A With Brandy Colbert at The Langston Hughes House (7-9 p.m.)

Join award-winning author Brandy Colbert for a reading of her new novel, Finding Yvonne, followed by a Q&A. Free event.

Thursday, June 7

Epic Reads Summer Meet-Up at Astoria Bookshop (6:30 p.m.)

Join authors Justina Ireland (Dread Nation), Tiffany D. Jackson (Monday’s Not Coming), Anica Mrose Rissi (Always Forever Maybe), Robyn Schneider (Invisible Ghosts), and Joelle Charbonneau (Eden Conquered) for a fun round-table discussion. Purchase of any of the authors’ new books is required to participate.

Friday, June 8

The Belles and Brujas Tour at Barnes & Noble 82nd & Broadway (7 p.m.)

Authors Zoraida Córdova (Bruja Born) and Dhonielle Clayton (The Belles) will be in conversation with Laura Sebastian (Ash Princess) and Tochi Onyebuchi (Beasts Made of Night). Free event.

Saturday, June 9

Great Middle Grade Reads at Books of Wonder (1-3 p.m.)

Join authors Paul Noth (How to Sell Your Family to Aliens), Peter Brown (The Wild Robot Escapes), Gordon Korman (Whatshisface), Camille DeAngelis (The Boy From Tomorrow), Catherine Gilbert Murdock (Book of Boy), and Julie Berry (The Emperor’s Ostrich) for a middle grade event you won’t forget. Free event.

Meet Annabeth Bondor-Stone & Connor White at Books of Wonder Uptown (3-5 p.m.)

Meet authors Annabeth Bondor-Stone and Connor White for their new book, Time Tracers: The Stolen Summers. Free event.

Sunday, June 10

Great Middle Grade Reads at Books of Wonder Uptown (3-5 p.m.)

Join Jeanne Birdsall as she introducers her novel, The Penderwicks at Last. Free event.

Kate Messner and Friends Talk Middle Grade at McNally Jackson – Williamsburg (4 p.m.)

Celebrate middle grade fiction with five exceptional authors. Free event.

BookCon & More Events Happening This Week (YA Book Events NYC 5/28-6/3)

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Happy Book Expo/Book Con week! All the authors are town this week for the big event, but there are also some other events happening around the city. Check out the full schedule below and make sure to follow YA Book Events NYC on Twitter to keep updated on all the bookish events happening around the city.

Tuesday, May 29

Blogbound Con at Jefferson Market Library (5-8 p.m.)

Join authors and bloggers as they come together to discuss issues relating to kidlit and YA blogging. Free event. Sign up here.

Launch Event for Front Desk by Kelly Yang at Books of Wonder (6-8 p.m.)

Come meet Kelly Yang as she introduces her novel, Front Desk, and answers questions from the audience. Free event.

Friday, June 1

Marie Lu & Friends Author Panel at B&N Union Square (6 p.m.)

Marie Lu will be on an amazing panel with Renee Ahdieh, Sabaa Tahir, Ransom Riggs, and Melissa de la Cruz, moderated by Mashable’s MJ Franklin. A limited number of wristbands for event access will be distributed with book purchase beginning at 9 a.m. the day of the event.

Saturday, June 2

BookCon at Javits Center (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.)

The biggest book event of the year is here! Join authors Alexandra Bracken, Angie Thomas, Tomi Adeyemi, Adam Silvera, and so many more. Tickets are $35 online; $45 onsite.

David Arnold, Becky Albertalli, and Adam Silvera at B&N Union Square (6:30 p.m.)

Celebrate the release of David Arnold’s new novel, The Strange Fascinations of Noah Hypnotik, with Arnold, Adam Silvera, and Becky Albertalli. A limited number of wristbands for event access will be distributed with purchase of at least one of the featured titles beginning at 9 a.m. the day of the event.

Sunday, June 3

BookCon at Javits Center (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

The biggest book event of the year is here! Join authors Alexandra Bracken, Angie Thomas, Tomi Adeyemi, Adam Silvera, and so many more. Tickets are $30 online; $40 onsite.

Tiffany Jackson & More In The City This Week (YA Book Events NYC 5/21-5/27)

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Happy Monday, book nerds! There are two great events happening this week so check out the full schedule below for all the details and make sure to follow YA Book Events NYC on Twitter to get regular updates about the bookish events happening around the city.

Tuesday, May 22

Mark Oshiro + Tiffany Jackson at The Strand (7-8 p.m.)

Meet debut author Mark Oshiro and Allegedly author Tiffany Jackson as they celebrate the release of their new books, Anger is a Gift and Monday’s Not Coming. They will be joined by NYT bestselling author Dhonielle Clayton. Event admission is $15.

Saturday, May 26

Celia C. Pérez in Conversation with Shelley Diaz at Cafe con Libros, BK (6-8 p.m.)

Come to Cafe con Libros for an intimate conversation with Celia C. Pérez (The First Rule of Punk), and Shelley Diaz, the School Library Journal’s Reviews Team Manager. Admission is $5.

The Bronx Book Festival & More Events Happening This Week (YA Book Events NYC 5/14-5/20)

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Happy Monday, book nerds! This week there are plenty of great events to check out so make sure to read the full schedule and follow YA Book Events NYC to keep up to date with the latest bookish events happening around the city.

Tuesday, May 15

My So-Called Bollywood Life by Nisha Sharma Event at Barnes & Noble Tribeca (6 p.m.)

Join debut author Nisha Sharma as she discusses her novel, My So-Called Bollywood Life, with Trisha Sakhua-Walia, CEO of Brown Girl magazine. Free event.

Wednesday, May 16

Writing Young Adult Fantasy & Women in Publishing at Astoria Bookshop (7-8 p.m.)

Join Sara Holland (Everless), Laura Sebastian (Ash Princess), and Lexa Hillyer (Winter Glass) for a fun panel about YA fantasy. Moderated by Patrice Caldwell. Free event.

Friday, May 18

Launch Event for The Accidental Bad Girl by Maxine Kaplan at Books of Wonder (6-8 p.m.)

Join Maxine Kaplan for the release of her novel, The Accidental Bad Girl. She’ll be joined by Peabody Award-winning journalist Brooke Gladstone. Free event.

Saturday, May 19

Bronx Book Festival at Fordham Plaza (9 a.m.-6 p.m.)

Join authors Elizabeth Acevedo, Daniel José Older, Lilliam Rivera, Adam Silvera, and more for the first ever Bronx Book Festival. Free event, but you must RSVP.

Great Middle Grade Adventures at Books of Wonder Uptown (3-5 p.m.)

Join authors Camille DeAngelis (The Boy From Tomorrow), Lauren Magaziner (Wizardmatch), Rebecca Behrens (The Last Grand Adventure), and Sarah Beth Durst (The Stone Girl’s Story) for a fun panel. Free event.

Launch Event for All of This Is True by Lygia Day Peñaflor at Bank Street Bookstore (4-5:30 p.m.)

Join Lygia Day Peñaflor for the launch of her thrilling new novel, All of This Is True. Free event.

Sunday, May 20

Launch Party for Claire Legrand at Books of Wonder (2-4 p.m.)

Join NYT bestselling author Claire Legrand for the launch of her new book Furyborn. She’ll be joined by NYT bestselling author Melissa Albert (The Hazel Wood). Free event.

Mackenzie Ziegler & More Are In The City This Week (YA Book Events NYC 5/7-5/13)

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There aren’t too many events happening this week, but they’re all great so make sure to check out the full schedule below and make sure to follow YA Book Events NYC on Twitter to stay up to date with all the bookish events happening around the city.

Tuesday, May 8

Launch for A Lite Too Bright by Samuel Miller at Books of Wonder (6-8 p.m.)

Join Samuel Miller for the NYC debut of his thrilling, thought-provoking mystery, A Lite Too Bright. Free event.

Wednesday, May 9

Mackenzie Ziegler at Barnes & Noble Fifth Ave (6 p.m.)

Pre-signed copies of Kenzie’s Rules for Life will be available for purchase at 9 a.m. the day of the signing. This event will be a photo opportunity only with the purchase of a book. Wristbands will be provided at the time of purchase.

Thursday, May 10

Launch Event for All Summer Long by Hope Larson at Books of Wonder (6-8 p.m.)

Join Hope Larson as she introduces her new graphic novel, All Summer Long, answers questions from the audience, and signs copies of all her works. Free event.

Saturday, May 12

Back 2 Back: Floyd Cooper & Jackie Azua Kramer at Books Are Magic (11 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators presents Back 2 Back, a series celebrating veterans and newcomers in the industry. This month features Floyd Cooper and Jackie Azua Kramer. Free event.

Brendan Kiely, Christina June, Rachel Hawkins, & More Are In The City This Week (YA Book Events 4/30-5/6)

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April is coming to a close but May is here! There are only three events going on this week, but both are worth checking out. Also, don’t forget to follow YA Book Events NYC on Twitter to stay up to date with all the bookish events happening around the city.

Tuesday, May 1

Launch Event for Tradition by Brendan Kiely in conversation with Jenny Han at Books of Wonder (6-8 p.m.)

Join NYT bestselling author Brendan Kiely for the launch of his timely and thought provoking new novel, Tradition. He’ll be in conversation with NYT bestselling author Jenny Han (To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before). Free event.

Launch Event for Royals by Rachel Hawkins at Henri Bendel (6 p.m.)

Join Rachel Hawkins as she celebrates the release of her new novel, Royals. There will be sips, sweets, and shopping. Free event.

Wednesday, May 2

May Teen Author Reading Night at Jefferson Market Library (6-7:30 p.m.)

Join authors David Levithan (Sam & Isla’s Last Hurrah), Carolyn Mackler (The Universe is Expanding and So Am I), Lygia Day Peñaflor (All of This is True), and more for a fun panel discussion. Free event.

Sunday, May 6

Launch Event for Everywhere You Want to Be by Christina June at Books of Wonder Uptown (3-5 p.m.)

Join Christina June and fellow author Katherine Locke (The Girl With The Red Balloon) for the launch of June’s Everywhere You Want to Be. Free event.

Siobhan Vivian, Rebecca Stead & More In The City This Week (YA Book Events 4/23-4/29)

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It’s the last full week in April and it’s filled with great bookish events. Check out the schedule below and make sure to follow YA Book Events NYC on Twitter to keep up to date with all the bookish events happening around the city.

Tuesday, April 24

Launch Event for Laura Sebastian’s Ash Princess at McNally Jackson (7:30 p.m.)

Join Laura Sebastian as she celebrates the release of her novel, Ash Princess. Free event.

Wednesday, April 25

The 2018 Edgar Award Nominees at Books of Wonder (6-8 p.m.)

Books of Wonder hosts this year’s Edgar Award Nominees Kirby Larson (Audacity Jones Steals the Show), James Ponti (Vanished), Kevin Sands (The Assassin’s Curse) and Scott Bergstrom (The Cruelty) for a panel. Free event.

Friday, April 27

Siobhan Vivian at Books Are Magic (7:30 – 8:30 p.m.)

Join NYT bestselling author Siobhan Vivian as she celebrates the release of her latest novel, Stay Sweet, with Jenny Han (To All The Boy I’ve Loved Before). There will also be a made-to-order sundae bar. Free event.

Sunday, April 29

Rebecca Stead & Wendy Mass at Books Are Magice (1-2 p.m.)

Join authors Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass as they celebrate the release of their middle-grade novel, Bob. Free event.

Launch Event for Leila Sales’ If You Don’t Have Anything Nice to Say at McNally Jackson (4 p.m.)

Join Leila Sales as she celebrates the release of her latest novel, If You Don’t Have Anything Nice to Say. Free event.

Jesse Andrews, Ginger Zee, & More In The City This Week (YA Book Events 4/16-4/22)

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There aren’t too many events happening this week but they’re all great. Check out the full schedule below and make sure to follow YA Book Events NYC on Twitter to keep up to date with all the events happening around the city.

Tuesday, April 17

Launch Party for Kir Fox & M. Shelley Coats at Books of Wonder (6-8 p.m.)

Meet authors Kirsten Hubbard (Kir Fox) and Michelle Schusterman (M. Shelley Coats) in conversation with Sarah Enni, host of the “First Draft” podcast, as they discuss their new book, A Friendly Town That’s Almost Always by the Ocean! Free event.

Wednesday, April 18

Launch for Munmun by Jesse Andrews at McNally Jackson Books (7 p.m.)

Join Jesse Andrews as he celebrates the release of his newest novel, Munmun. Free event.

Thursday, April 19

Writing and Publishing Young: A Conversation with Jenny Davis and Amy Zhang at Books of Wonder Uptown (6-8 p.m.)

Meet authors Amy Zhang (This Is Where the World Ends) and Jenny Fran Davis (Everything Must Go). Free event.

Saturday, April 21

Meet Aaron Blabey at Books of Wonder (1-3 p.m.)

Join Aaron Blabey as he shares the latest book in his The Bad Guys series. Free event.

Sunday, April 22

Launch Event for Chasing Helicity by Ginger Zee at Books of Wonder (2-4 p.m.)

Join Ginger Zee for the launch of her debut middle grade novel, Chasing Helicity. Free event.

Rachel Cohn, David Levithan, & More In Town This Week (YA Book Events 4/9-4/15)

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Happy Monday book friends! This week is filled with a number of great bookish events so check out the full schedule below and make sure to follow YA Book Events NYC on Twitter to get regular updates on events happening around the city.

Tuesday, April 10

Launch Event for Sam and Ilsa’s Last Hurrah by David Levithan and Rachel Cohn at Books of Wonder (6-8 p.m.)

Join NYT bestselling author duo Rachel Cohn and David Levithan as they celebrate the release of their latest novel. Free event.

Space Opera Event at Barnes & Noble Tribeca (6:30 p.m.)

Join bestselling author Catherynne M. Valente for a talk and signing about her new novel. Free event; priority seating with purchase of the book at the store.

Wednesday, April 11

Fantastic Teen Sci-Fi and Fantasy Reads Event at Books of Wonder (6-8 p.m.)

Meet authors Dhonielle Clayton (The Belles), Alexandra Monir (The Final Six), and Rebecca Ross (The Queens Rising) for a lively discussion on writing YA sci-fi and fantasy, with a book signing to follow. Light refreshments will be served. Free event.

Thursday, April 12

America Scores NY: Kids’ Poetry Reading at The Strand (4-5 p.m.)

America Scores NY will launch the organization’s first ever poetry book and some of the young “poet-athletes” who feature in this new book will gather for a recital of their work and a celebration of National Poetry Month. Free event.

Saturday, April 14

Meet YA Authors Nonieqa Ramos and Fred Aceves at Books of Wonder Uptown (3-5 p.m.)

Meet debut authors Nonieqa Ramos (The Disturbed Girl’s Dictionary) and Fred Aceves (The Closest I’ve Come). Free event.

Sunday, April 15

Great Chapter Book Reads Event at Books of Wonder Uptown (3-5 p.m.)

Come celebrate the release of three wonderful chapter books: Big Foot and Little Foot by Ellen Potter, Two Peas in a Pod by Sarah Mlynowski, and Jasmine Toguchi, Drummer Girl by Debbi Michiko. Free event.