Meet the Author

Meet and greet bestselling authors at the library. Our Meet the Author series gives readers and aspiring writers the opportunity to hear from seasoned, successful writers. Past events have featured prolific authors such as Carl Hiassen, Kate DiCamillo, Rick Yancey, and Mary Jane Clark.

Upcoming Events

No Registration Required
Sunday September 28 2:00pm

Orlando Public Library (Library Central - First Floor)

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Meet & greet local authors at our Local Authors Festival. Authors from a variety of genres will share their experiences and books. Each author will have books available for purchase and signing.

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Author Talk: Nuestra América

Stories of 30 inspiring Latinas/Latinos

Registration Required
Thursday October 2 2:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Join us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history.

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Author Talk: Leigh Bardugo

10 Years of Daring Heists and Lovable Outcasts in YA Fantasy

Registration Required
Thursday October 9 7:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Join us as we pick the brain of the New York Times bestselling author herself, celebrating the release of her Six of Crows (The Dregs Edition).

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Author Talk: Malala Yousafazai

Finding My Way with Nobel Peace Prize

Registration Required
Wednesday October 22 7:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Be one of the first to hear from Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai about her astonishing memoir, Finding My Way.

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Author Talk: Philipa Gregory

Courtly Intrigue and Whispers as Weapons

Registration Required
Wednesday October 29 2:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Coined as the “queen of British historical fiction,” Philippa Gregory returns to the infamous Tudor Court with a tale that is both timely and timeless.

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Author Talk: Joseph Lee

Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity

Registration Required
Wednesday November 5 2:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

You’re invited to learn from journalist and author Joseph Lee as he chats online with us about his stirring memoir, Nothing More of This Land: Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity.

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Author Talk: Amanda Peters

The Search for Truth and the Persistence of Love Across Time

Registration Required
Thursday November 13 7:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Join us in an online conversation with acclaimed writer Amanda Peters as we discuss her instant bestselling novel, The Berry Pickers.

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Author Talk: Charles Duhigg

Unlock the Secret Language of Connection

Registration Required
Tuesday November 18 2:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Join us for an online conversation you won't want to miss! Charles Duhigg presents the ultimate guide on how to communicate and connect with anyone in his latest work, "Supercommunicators."

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No Registration Required
Sunday December 14 2:00pm

Orlando Public Library (Library Central - First Floor)

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing; General Events

Meet & greet local authors at our Local Author Festival. Authors from a variety of genres will share their experiences and books. Each author will have books available for purchase and signing.

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Meet the Author Dhonielle Clayton

ZORA! Festival Education Day 2026

Registration Required
Friday January 30 10:30am

Eatonville Branch (Eatonville - Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Dive into the art of storytelling with Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of "The Belles" series and co-author of "Blackout." Recommended for ages 13–18.

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