Second Friday of the Month*

Paper Crane Bookstore

1610 Washington Street, Two Rivers, WI

Fiction writers of all levels and genres are invited to join Friday Night Writes, a monthly meetup to share work and improve your craft. Fiction writers only, please.

We'll discuss:

• Highlights and writing wins

• Craft topic

• Member work

Please email sara@sarabiren.com with questions. 

*Dates subject to change. 

Friday, July 11-Saturday, July 12, 2025 

Sonesta Chicago O'Hare

10233 W. Higgins, Rosemount, IL

Books In Bloom features an author meet + greet, panels, lunch, a Tea and Fashion show that showcases outfits inspired by book covers, and a public book signing.

Tickets available at chicagobooksinbloom.com. 

Saturday, August 23, 2025 | 8 am to 12:30 pm

Houdini Plaza, Downtown Appleton, WI

Stop by to say hello and meet other authors from the Fox Valley and surrounding area. 

Friday, September 5- Saturday, September 6, 2025

Milwaukee, WI

romance-con.com

Romance Con is a two-day celebration of the empowerment, passion, and creativity that is at the heart of the romance genre and its community. Panels, programming, meetups, signings, and all your favorite authors!

Tickets and more information are available at romance-con.com. 

September 12-13, 2025

The Lismore Hotel of Eau Claire

Booked Eau Claire is a new an author and reader event in Eau Claire, WI featuring women + LGBTQ+ community authors of YA, NA, and adult books. The event includes signings, meet and greets, workshops, and panels, with keynote speaker Abby Jimenez.

More information and tickets are available at bookedeauclaire.com.