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Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures (New & Noted): Marie Benedict & Courtney Sheinmel, authors of The Secrets of Lovelace Academy
"Lainey Philipps has lived at the Sycamore Home for Orphaned Children since she was three years old. Now nearly a teenager, her life is hard, and she doesn’t expect it to get better—until a chance encounter during an open house changes everything when Lainey meets a woman who invites her to attend the prestigious Lovelace
Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures (New & Noted): Laurence Leamer, author of Warhol’s Muses
"Now and then, someone would accuse me of being evil,” Andy Warhol confessed, “of letting people destroy themselves while I watched, just so I could film them.” Obsessed with celebrity, the silver-wigged artistic icon created an ever-evolving entourage of stunning women he dubbed his “Superstars”—Baby Jane Holzer, Edie Sedgwick, Nico, Ultra Violet, Viva, Brigid Berlin,
Reading & Conversation: Sarah Schulman, “The Fantasy and Necessity of Solidarity”
Reading & Conversation: Sarah Schulman, “The Fantasy and Necessity of Solidarity”
"We are ecstatic to welcome novelist, playwright, screenwriter, AIDS historian, and activist, Sarah Schulman to Pittsburgh for a Reading & Conversation about her new work of nonfiction, The Fantasy and Necessity of Solidarity. Sarah Schulman holds a place as a wise elder of the left, a celebrated advocate for progressive movements, and in this new book she
5 events,
Craft Talks: The Writers Bridge | Seven Minutes in PR Heaven: Build YOUR Promo Strategy
Craft Talks: The Writers Bridge | Seven Minutes in PR Heaven: Build YOUR Promo Strategy
LIVE ON ZOOM | May 27 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT You have limited time, energy and $$$. What’s the best way to promote and publicize your work? FREE To learn more, visit: https://writingcraft.com/event/the-writers-bridge-seven-minutes/
Offsite Event: B. DYLAN HOLLIS “Baking Across America” (w/ Alexander Rigby)
Offsite Event: B. DYLAN HOLLIS “Baking Across America” (w/ Alexander Rigby)
"White Whale is thrilled to bring B. Dylan Hollis, the charismatic TikTok phenom and #1 New York Times bestselling author of Baking Yesteryear, back to Pittsburgh for the release of his newest cookbook, Baking Across America. Dylan will be joined in conversation by his editor, Alexander M. Rigby. Join us for this offsite event at
The 2025 HEMINGWAY’S SUMMER POETRY SERIES: Daniela Buccilli, M. Scott Douglass, Marguerite Miller, Ed Simon & Anastasia Walker
The 2025 HEMINGWAY’S SUMMER POETRY SERIES: Daniela Buccilli, M. Scott Douglass, Marguerite Miller, Ed Simon & Anastasia Walker
The 2025 HEMINGWAY’S SUMMER POETRY SERIES The 51st Anniversary Season @ Hop Farm Brewing Company Eight Tuesdays – May through August 2025 @ 7 p.m. Hop Farm Brewing Company 5601 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201 Founded by Jimmy Cvetic in 1974 or thereabouts. Curated by Joan E. Bauer & Kristofer Collins Audio archive: www.hemingwayspoetryseries.blogspot.com Hop
3 events,
Craft Talks: WEBINAR | Writing the Unknown: Imagination, Invention, and the Ethics of Filling in the Blanks with Allison K Williams
Craft Talks: WEBINAR | Writing the Unknown: Imagination, Invention, and the Ethics of Filling in the Blanks with Allison K Williams
LIVE ON ZOOM | May 28 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm EDT How to responsibly craft scenes you or your protagonist didn’t witness, don’t fully remember, or can only speculate about—with clarity, honesty, and emotional truth. $35 Advance registration is required. To learn more, visit: https://writingcraft.com/event/writing-the-unknown/
3 events,
Reading & Conversation: KEVIN WILSON, “Run for the Hills” (w/ Patrick McGinty)
Reading & Conversation: KEVIN WILSON, “Run for the Hills” (w/ Patrick McGinty)
"More than a few of our Pod read every single book Kevin Wilson writes—each of them brimming with his signature dry humor and heart. Some of our favorites include Nothing to See Here and The Family Fang, and his newest, Run for the Hills, is truly top tier. We couldn't be more excited to host
3 events,
Poetry Reading: Jennifer Chang “An Authentic Life”, Rosalie Moffet “Making a Living”
Poetry Reading: Jennifer Chang “An Authentic Life”, Rosalie Moffet “Making a Living”
"We are so excited to Jennifer Chang and Rosalie Moffett to Pittsburgh (and White Whale!) to share their work with our rich literary community! They will delight us with readings from their respective, new books, An Authentic Life (Chang), and Making a Living (Moffett). An Authentic Life, 2024 National Book Critics Circle Award Finalist Sprawling yet urgent, meditative
5 events,
Save The Date: Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Returns on May 31, 2025!
More info: https://www.pittsburghbookfestival.org/
Cartooning Workshop: Put Your Think Into Ink! With Jenna Kang and Sheika Lugtu
Cartooning Workshop: Put Your Think Into Ink! With Jenna Kang and Sheika Lugtu
May 31, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Main Incubator Productions is presenting a special edition of You Can Toon! at the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books. Fun for the whole family! "Workshop Location: Graphic Novels Room, 1st Floor Put Your Think Into Ink! In this All Ages workshop kids, families,
Craft Talks – FREE WEBINAR | From Here to There: Simple Marketing Strategies for Writers Who Feel Stuck with Stephen Knezovich
Craft Talks – FREE WEBINAR | From Here to There: Simple Marketing Strategies for Writers Who Feel Stuck with Stephen Knezovich
LIVE ON ZOOM | May 31 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm EDT You don’t need a personal brand. You need a personalized path. Even if you’re the most marketing-skeptical writer, this webinar can help you get unstuck, find your people, and build a platform in a way that feels like a natural extension of
4 events,
Book Launch: Everyone! In the Dream! Is You! (A short story collection exploring toxic masculinity) by Adam Dove
Book Launch: Everyone! In the Dream! Is You! (A short story collection exploring toxic masculinity) by Adam Dove
Sunday, June 1st 3-6 PM @ Hop Farm Brewing in Lawrenceville Book Launch Everyone! In the Dream! Is You! A short story collection exploring toxic masculinity. By Adam Dove Readings by the author, with special guests Sheena Carroll and Shawn Maddey. Free Event
The Poetry Atelier
The Poetry Atelier
THE POETRY ATELIER FIRST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH 6p-8p (no late entry please) $5 suggested donation THE POETRY ATELIER is a series of sharing writings and writing processes, with writers invited to read their work and workshop their shared submissions in a robust informal discussion! THE POETRY ATELIER is an open and inclusive experience
3 events,
Release Day Party – Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Release Day Party – Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid
"Each ticket will include one copy of the book and access to refreshments, games, and activities. We hope to see you there!" https://www.eventbrite.com/e/release-day-party-atmosphere-by-taylor-jenkins-reid-tickets-1362055537779?aff=litt
5 events,
Craft Talks: WEBINAR | Self-Publishing Foundations: Prepare, Plan and Promote for Long-term Success with David Wogahn
Craft Talks: WEBINAR | Self-Publishing Foundations: Prepare, Plan and Promote for Long-term Success with David Wogahn
LIVE ON ZOOM | June 4 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm EDT Savvy book marketers know that successful promotion starts long before publication. $25 Advance registration is required. To learn more, visit: https://writingcraft.com/event/self-publishing-foundations/
🎥 “Perseverance” Screening + Q&A (with Lee Goldman Kikel, filmmaker Scot Rutledge, and the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh)
🎥 “Perseverance” Screening + Q&A (with Lee Goldman Kikel, filmmaker Scot Rutledge, and the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh)
"Join the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh for a 20 minute screening of “Perseverance,” the newest edition in PA Cyber’s Emmy-nominated Moments in History series that tells the story of local Holocaust survivor Melvin Goldman (z”l). The screening will be followed by a conversation Melvin’s daughter and author of Perseverance: One Holocaust Survivor’s Journey from Poland to America,
Reading & Conversation! Ruthie Ackerman, “The Mother Code” w/ Courtney Balestier
Reading & Conversation! Ruthie Ackerman, “The Mother Code” w/ Courtney Balestier
"We are excited to welcome Ruthie Ackerman to Pittsburgh for an event celebrating The Mother Code: My Story of Love, Loss, and the Myths That Shape Us! Ruthie will be joined in conversation with Courtney Balestier." More info: https://whitewhalebookstore.com/events
4 events,
Craig Johnson is coming to Mystery Lovers!
Craig Johnson is coming to Mystery Lovers!
Event date: Friday, June 6, 2025 - 7:00pm "Your ticket includes admission to this exclusive event, a signed hardcover copy of RETURN TO SENDER. A Plus One Ticket can be Added for and additional $5.00 Books may be picked-up at Mystery Lovers Bookshop, the event or shipped anywhere in the United States. ABOUT THE BOOK:
meTamorphosis x W.J. Lofton, “boy maybe,” with Dior J. Stephens
meTamorphosis x W.J. Lofton, “boy maybe,” with Dior J. Stephens
"We are honored to host a collaborative event between W.J. Lofton x meTamorphosis, in celebration of boy maybe - a lyrical, tender debut collection exploring Black queer embodiement - a queer artifact/anti-colonial weapon/survival psalm. W.J. Lofton will be in conversation with Dior J. Stephens. The event will also feature readings from Miles E. Johnson and
3 events,
Craft Talks – 2-DAY SEMINAR | The Quest for Clarity: The Blueprint Method to Structure Your Nonfiction Book with Amy Bernstein
Craft Talks – 2-DAY SEMINAR | The Quest for Clarity: The Blueprint Method to Structure Your Nonfiction Book with Amy Bernstein
2-DAY SEMINAR | The Quest for Clarity: The Blueprint Method to Structure Your Nonfiction Book with Amy Bernstein LIVE ON ZOOM | June 7 @ 2:00 pm – June 14 @ 4:00 pm EDT Writing a nonfiction book with authority requires command over your material and your ideas. Learn how to focus on what matters
3 events,
Ironed Words Productions presents “Your Writing Craft”: A Virtual Writing Conference
Ironed Words Productions presents “Your Writing Craft”: A Virtual Writing Conference
"Your Writing Craft. A virtual writing conference featuring industry experts and a Q&A to get all your writing questions answered. Sunday, June 8, 3:00-5:00 p.m., online." Learn more here: https://www.ironedwordsproductions.com/your-writing-craft-virtual
4 events,
The 2025 HEMINGWAY’S SUMMER POETRY SERIES: Laurie Anderson, Joy Katz, Jill Khoury, Judith Sanders, Justin Vicari
The 2025 HEMINGWAY’S SUMMER POETRY SERIES: Laurie Anderson, Joy Katz, Jill Khoury, Judith Sanders, Justin Vicari
The 2025 HEMINGWAY’S SUMMER POETRY SERIES The 51st Anniversary Season @ Hop Farm Brewing Company Eight Tuesdays – May through August 2025 @ 7 p.m. Hop Farm Brewing Company 5601 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201 Founded by Jimmy Cvetic in 1974 or thereabouts. Curated by Joan E. Bauer & Kristofer Collins Audio archive: www.hemingwayspoetryseries.blogspot.com Hop
BOOK LAUNCH! Katie Chandler, “Backhanded Compliments” (w/ Amanda Quain)
BOOK LAUNCH! Katie Chandler, “Backhanded Compliments” (w/ Amanda Quain)
"We are excited to host writer and PA native, Katie Chandler, for the debut of her sapphic romance, Backhanded Compliments. Katie will be in conversation with author Amanda Quain..." More info: https://whitewhalebookstore.com/events
3 events,
Craft Talks: WEBINAR | Fresh Words, New Patterns, Bold Essays: Breaking Free from Cliché with Jaswinder Bolina
Craft Talks: WEBINAR | Fresh Words, New Patterns, Bold Essays: Breaking Free from Cliché with Jaswinder Bolina
LIVE ON ZOOM | June 11 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm EDT Writing is an art of disruption. Our best writing resists and overturns familiar patterns of thought and language, inventing new forms of expression. $25 Advance registration is required. To learn more, visit: https://writingcraft.com/event/fresh-words-new-patterns/
3 events,
An Evening with Author James Rosenberg (Fatal Reunion)
An Evening with Author James Rosenberg (Fatal Reunion)
"Local author James Rosenberg joins us to talk about his latest book, Fatal Reunion. Following the talk, there will be time for Q&A with the audience and book signing." More info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-with-author-james-rosenberg-tickets-1342159357769?aff=litt
3 events,
Easy Peasy Literacy: Lemonade Stand Literacy Groups for Summer 2025 (Sign Up by June 13)!
"Small Group Instruction (Each group will be capped at 6 students to ensure each child can receive attention and support.) Activities curated by our Literacy Specialist that are designed for your child’s age and the literacy skills they need as they prepare to enter the next grade level this Fall. Only 3 days per week!
3 events,
Craft Talks: WEBINAR | Mindfulness for Writers: Simple Steps To Create a More Fruitful Writing Life with Dinty W. Moore
Craft Talks: WEBINAR | Mindfulness for Writers: Simple Steps To Create a More Fruitful Writing Life with Dinty W. Moore
LIVE ON ZOOM | June 18 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm EDT Mindfulness allows us to see with fresh eyes, to uncover what hasn’t yet been explored, and offers a powerful counterbalance to the disappointments that accompany rejection and ambition. Learn to reclaim the joy in your writing life. $25 Advance registration is required.
3 events,
An Evening with Joellen Schwallie
An Evening with Joellen Schwallie
"Joellen Schwallie, joins us to talk about her book Glimpsing Through Threads. Following the discussion, there will be a time for Q&A with the audience and book signing. We look forward to seeing you there!" https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-with-joellen-schwallie-tickets-1353530148109?aff=litt
3 events,
Parsec (Pittsburgh’s premier SF & Fantasy Org) Event: Chris Pasetto (Senior Designer at High Moon Studios)
Parsec (Pittsburgh’s premier SF & Fantasy Org) Event: Chris Pasetto (Senior Designer at High Moon Studios)
Parsec Event! Pittsburgh's premier Science Fiction & Fantasy Organization meets on Saturday, June 21st, 2025 at Carnegie Library, Squirrel Hill, Meeting Room B and via ZOOM. Event 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. (Room opens at 12:30 pm) To Register visit https://parsec-sff.org/ or https://bit.ly/NewParsec. Open to the Public. Our Program: In June, our Guest is Chris Pasetto.
3 events,
PGHwrites: Marcus Rediker “Freedom Ship” (Book Launch)
PGHwrites: Marcus Rediker “Freedom Ship” (Book Launch)
"From the award-winning author of 2007’s The Slave Ship, we celebrate the book launch of Marcus Rediker’s latest work: Freedom Ship: The Uncharted History of Escaping Slavery by Sea. Freedom Ship is a definitive, sweeping account of the Underground Railroad’s long-overlooked maritime origins, deftly navigated by Marcus Rediker, a pre-eminent scholar of Atlantic history and
6 events,
The 2025 HEMINGWAY’S SUMMER POETRY SERIES: Sharon Dilworth, Yvonne McBride, Ellen McGrath Smith, Dave Housley, Marcel Lamont Walker
The 2025 HEMINGWAY’S SUMMER POETRY SERIES: Sharon Dilworth, Yvonne McBride, Ellen McGrath Smith, Dave Housley, Marcel Lamont Walker
The 2025 HEMINGWAY’S SUMMER POETRY SERIES The 51st Anniversary Season @ Hop Farm Brewing Company Eight Tuesdays – May through August 2025 @ 7 p.m. Hop Farm Brewing Company 5601 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201 Founded by Jimmy Cvetic in 1974 or thereabouts. Curated by Joan E. Bauer & Kristofer Collins Audio archive: www.hemingwayspoetryseries.blogspot.com Hop
An Evening with Dr. Kimberly Horn
An Evening with Dr. Kimberly Horn
"Dr. Kimberly Horn joins us to talk about her book, Friends Matter, For Life. Following the talk, we will have time for a Q&A with the audience and book signing. We look forward to seeing you there!" https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-with-dr-kimberly-horn-tickets-1355363742439?aff=litt
Craft Talks – WEBINAR | Looking Back, Moving Forward: Writing About Grief, Loss & Trauma with Jessica Handler
Craft Talks – WEBINAR | Looking Back, Moving Forward: Writing About Grief, Loss & Trauma with Jessica Handler
"LIVE ON ZOOM | June 25 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm EDT Unsure how to start writing about grief, loss, or trauma? Stuck midstream? Wondering how honest to be? $25 Advance registration is required. To learn more, visit: https://writingcraft.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/"
Craft Talks – WEBINAR | Looking Back, Moving Forward: Writing About Grief, Loss & Trauma with Jessica Handler
Craft Talks – WEBINAR | Looking Back, Moving Forward: Writing About Grief, Loss & Trauma with Jessica Handler
"LIVE ON ZOOM | June 25 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm EDT Unsure how to start writing about grief, loss, or trauma? Stuck midstream? Wondering how honest to be? $25 Advance registration is required. To learn more, visit: https://writingcraft.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/"
5 events,
Craft Talks – WEBINAR | Looking Back, Moving Forward: Writing About Grief, Loss & Trauma with Jessica Handler
Craft Talks – WEBINAR | Looking Back, Moving Forward: Writing About Grief, Loss & Trauma with Jessica Handler
"LIVE ON ZOOM | June 25 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm EDT Unsure how to start writing about grief, loss, or trauma? Stuck midstream? Wondering how honest to be? $25 Advance registration is required. To learn more, visit: https://writingcraft.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/"
Craft Talks – WEBINAR | Looking Back, Moving Forward: Writing About Grief, Loss & Trauma with Jessica Handler
Craft Talks – WEBINAR | Looking Back, Moving Forward: Writing About Grief, Loss & Trauma with Jessica Handler
"LIVE ON ZOOM | June 25 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm EDT Unsure how to start writing about grief, loss, or trauma? Stuck midstream? Wondering how honest to be? $25 Advance registration is required. To learn more, visit: https://writingcraft.com/event/looking-back-moving-forward/"
“How to Pitch Your Author Visits” Webinar with Jessica Whipple ($30)
“How to Pitch Your Author Visits” Webinar with Jessica Whipple ($30)
Happening June 25, 2025 | 2pm EST | via zoom "For authors of any genre and form, even non-kidlit authors who intend to pitch to higher-ed. Jessica will share her own experience communicating with schools, PTO/PTAs, and independent US bookstores. What’s covered: Tips for introducing yourself to schools, how to follow-up and record progress, offering
3 events,
Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)
"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other special events. It’s a great way to network and re-connect with alumni. The workshop will be in-person. We will record some of the workshops for later viewing. When: June 26-29, 2025. Where: On the beautiful campus of
4 events,
Craft Talks – SEMINAR |The Self-Editor’s Toolkit: 10 Tools, Tips and Techniques to Develop Your Memoir or Personal Essay with Lise Funderburg
Craft Talks – SEMINAR |The Self-Editor’s Toolkit: 10 Tools, Tips and Techniques to Develop Your Memoir or Personal Essay with Lise Funderburg
"LIVE ON ZOOM | June 28 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm EDT The triumph of finishing a draft is soon overtaken by wondering, Now what do I do? Get the practical and creative tools you need to deepen and polish your work to its greatest potential. $75 Advance registration is required. To learn more,
3 events,
An Evening with Author Sarah James in Conversation with Shannon Reed
An Evening with Author Sarah James in Conversation with Shannon Reed
"We are pleased to welcome author Sarah James to our Squirrel Hill store to speak on her new book, Last Stop Union Station, with Shannon Reed. Following the talk, we will have a time for Q&A with the audience and book signing. We hope to see you there!" https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-with-author-sarah-james-in-conversation-with-shannon-reed-tickets-1362944526769?aff=litt
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Craft Talks: 8-WEEK WORKSHOP | The Shapes of Stories: Exploring Forms to Find the Right One for Your Story with Nancy McCabe
Craft Talks: 8-WEEK WORKSHOP | The Shapes of Stories: Exploring Forms to Find the Right One for Your Story with Nancy McCabe
LIVE ON ZOOM | July 6 - Aug 24 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT Expand your writer’s toolkit by experimenting with essay and article structures. This eight-week, small-group class provides enough time and focus to dive deeply into new techniques and develop your craft. $565 Advance registration is required. To learn more, visit: https://writingcraft.com/event/8-week-workshop-the-shapes-of-stories/
