The Friends of the Palm Beach County Library System Presents
“Connecting readers and authors throughout Palm Beach County”
The Library’s beloved flagship author event series, Writers LIVE!, is back for its 17th year, celebrating the joy of books and the connections they create within our community. Running from January through April 2025, this year’s exciting lineup features a diverse array of bestselling, critically acclaimed and award-winning authors who will share insights into their works, writing journeys and inspirations. Events will be hosted across various branch locations, offering an intimate and enriching experience for attendees.
In-person events will include a chance to support local and independent booksellers, Classic Bookshop and Murder on the Beach, which will provide featured titles for purchase. Every book sold directly supports the authors and booksellers, while a percentage of proceeds will benefit the Friends of the Palm Beach County Library. This contribution helps fund essential library programs, services and activities that promote literacy and inspire a lifelong love of reading.
Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow book lovers, discover your next great read, and engage in thought-provoking discussions with some of the literary world’s most celebrated voices. Visit the [Writers LIVE!] page to learn more about our participating authors and register!
Participating Authors
James Grippando
New York Times bestselling author, James Grippando, discusses his latest legal thriller, "Grave Danger", a perilous case about a single mother accused of kidnapping her own child. Books available for purchase. A book signing will follow. Registration opens Thursday, January 9.
Thu, Jan 23, 2:00 pm
West Boca Branch
Rachel Dodes & Lauren Mechling
Co-authors, Rachel Dodes and Lauren Mechling, discuss their latest novel, "The Memo", a charming and propulsive novel about love, life and a woman finding herself and what it means to be happy and successful. Books available for purchase. A book signing will follow. Registration opens Monday, January 13.
Mon, Jan 27, 2:00 pm
Glades Road Branch
Find them on social media!
Instagram: @racheldodes, @laurenomics
Joseph Finder
An in-conversation event with New York Times bestselling author, Joseph Finder, as he discusses his latest novel, "The Oligarch's Daughter", a breakneck thriller built for the frightening world we live in. Moderated by Oline Cogdill. Books available for purchase. A book signing will follow. Registration opens Friday, January 24.
Fri, Feb 07, 3:00 pm
Hagen Ranch Road Branch
Find them on social media!
Instagram: @josephfinderbooks
Facebook: @josephfinder
X: @joefinder
Jason Rekulak
An in-conversation event with New York Times bestselling author, Jason Rekulak, as he discusses his latest thriller, "The Last One at the Wedding," a breathtaking work of suspense about a father trying to save his daughter from a life-altering decision that will put everything he loves on the line. Moderated by Oline Cogdill. Books available for purchase. A book signing will follow. Registration opens Saturday, February 1.
Sat, Feb, 15, 2:00 pm
Wellington Branch
Find them on social media!
Instagram: @jasonrekulak
Gregg Hurwitz
An in-conversation event with New York Times bestselling author, Gregg Hurwitz, as he discusses the next explosive novel in the Orphan X series, "Nemesis". Moderated by Oline Cogdill. Books available for purchase. A book signing will follow. Registration opens Tuesday, February 11.
Tue, Feb 25, 6:00 pm
Hagen Ranch Road
Find them on social media!
Facebook: @GreggHurwitzReaders
Instagram: @GreggHurwitzBooks
Alafair Burke
New York Times bestselling author and American crime novelist, Alafair Burke, discusses her latest novel, "The Note," a psychological thriller in which three friends reunite in the Hamptons only to have chaos ensue after a night out. Books available for purchase. A book signing will follow. Registration opens Wednesday, February 12.
Wed, Feb 26, 6:00 pm
Canyon Branch
Find them on social media!
Instagram: @alafair.burke
Elinor Lipman
Elinor Lipman, one of the most beloved comedic writers of our times, discusses her latest novel, "Every Tom, Dick, and Harry," a charming, laugh-out-loud tale of love and criminality, a pitch-perfect romantic comedy. Books available for purchase. A book signing will follow. Registration opens Thursday, February 13.
Thu, Feb 27, 6:00 pm
Lantana Road Branch
Find them on social media!
Instagram: @elinorlipman
Facebook: @elinorlipman
Dawn Tripp
Acclaimed author, Dawn Tripp, discusses her latest novel, "Jackie," an intimate story of love and power, family and tragedy, and loss and reinvention. Books available for purchase. A book signing will follow. Registration opens Monday, February 17.
Mon, Mar 03, 4:00 pm
West Boynton Branch
Find them on social media!
Instagram: @dawn.tripp
Carter Wilson
USA Today bestselling author, Carter Wilson, discusses his latest novel, "Tell Me What You Did," a psychological thriller about a terrifying stranger who turns the tables on a true crime podcast host holding a dark secret of her own. Books available for purchase. A book signing will follow. Registration opens Friday, February 21.
Fri, Mar 07, 3:30 pm
Gardens Branch
Find them on social media!
Instagram: @carterwilsonauthor
Facebook: @carterwilsonauthor
Dr. Robert Watson
Award-winning author, historian and professor, Dr. Robert Watson, discusses how one conducts historical and archival research to put compelling stories down on paper while using fun and intriguing examples from four of his recent award-winning books. Books available for purchase. A book signing will follow. Registration opens Wednesday, February 26.
Wed, Mar 12, 3:00 pm
Canyon Branch
Mallory O'Meara
An in-conversation event with award-winning and bestselling author, Mallory O'Meara, as she discusses her latest book, "Daughter of Daring," the story of America's first professional stuntwoman, Helen Gibson, who rose to fame during a time when women ruled Hollywood. Registration opens Tuesday, March 4.
Tue, Mar 18, 2:00 pm
Virtual
Find them on social media!
Instagram: @malloryomeara
Debbie Babitt
Debbie Babitt, former Copy Director for two Manhattan publishing companies and current writer, discusses her latest novel "The Man on the Train”, a Hitchcockian thriller set in New York City and the Hamptons. Books available for purchase. A book signing will follow. Registration opens Friday, March 7.
Fri, Mar 21, 2:00 pm
Jupiter Branch
Follow them on social media!
Instagram: @debbiebabittauthor
Facebook: @debbie.babitt
For more information and to learn more about these authors, visit here: Writers LIVE!
