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

Author Talk: Katherine Applegate

Living the Otter Life

Registration Required
Tuesday June 24 4:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Join us as award-winning author and summer reading champion Katherine Applegate talks to viewers about her enthusiastically heartwarming novel in verse, ODDER. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Mayor Buddy’s Book Club

The Big Sting - Session 1

Registration Required
Wednesday June 25 4:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Engage in a lively discussion and fun activities with Mayor Buddy's Book Club. There will be a Q&A with the author, Rachelle Delaney. Recommended for ages 8-12.

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Author Talk: Raúl the Third (En Español)

Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third

Registration Required
Tuesday July 8 2:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡VAMOS! ¡A LEER! Recomendado para edades 3-5.

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Author Talk: Raúl the Third

Drawing Your World with Raúl the Third

Registration Required
Tuesday July 8 4:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡VAMOS! LET'S GO READ! Recommended for ages 3-5.

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Author Talk: Marie Lu

Discerning the Truth

Registration Required
Thursday July 17 4:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Explore the intricate world of LEGEND with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets. Recommended for ages 13-18.

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Author Talk: Rex Ogle

Illuminating Hope and Grace in the Face of Hardship

Registration Required
Wednesday July 23 4:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

You’re invited to join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book FREE LUNCH. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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No Registration Required
Sunday July 27 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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Author Talk: Pria Anand

On the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains

Registration Required
Thursday July 31 2:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

You’re invited to a fascinating conversation with neurologist and author Pria Anand to chat about her new book The Electric Mind: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains

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Author Talk: Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk

The Stories, Science and History of Birds

Registration Required
Tuesday August 5 2:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide, The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds.

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Registration Required
Wednesday August 13 4:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Engage in a lively discussion and fun activities with Ben Guterson, New York Times bestselling author of the WINTERHOUSE Trilogy. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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