GPL Author Talks
We're excited to offer a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders. All Author Talks are streamed live allowing for engagement with the authors. While most are virtual-only events, we will offer some group viewings.
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Upcoming Virtual Author Talks
Virtual Author Talk with Katherine Applegate
Tues | June 24 | 4pm
Join us as award-winning author and summer reading champion Katherine Applegate talks to viewers about her enthusiastically heartwarming novel in verse, Odder.
Virtual Author Talk with Raúl the Third (en español)
Tues | July 8 | 2pm
Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡Vamos! ¡A leer! Conoce a Lobito y sus amigos mientras exploran el Festival del Libro Love de su biblioteca. Desde demostraciones de libros de cocina y talleres de cómics hasta creación de máscaras y clases de idiomas, esta biblioteca tiene algo para todos los gustos y Lobito está deseando mostrárselo. Por Favor: Tenga en cuenta que esta fecha tendremos dos presentaciones de Raúl the Third: una en español y otra en inglés. Asegúrese de registrarse en el formato que prefiera.
Virtual Author Talk with Raúl the Third (english)
Tues | July 8 | 4pm
Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library's Libro Love Book Festival! From cookbook demonstrations and comics workshops to mask making and language classes, this library has something for everyone and Little Lobo can’t wait to show you. Please note that we will be hosting Raúl the Third twice on this date, once in Spanish and in English. Be sure that you are registering for your preferred format.
Virtual Author Talk with Marie Lu
Thurs | July 17 | 4pm
Explore the intricate world of Legend with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets. Explore the depths of deceit, battle for power, and the lengths characters will go to unmask the Truth.
Virtual Author Talk with Rex Ogle
Wed | July 23 | 4pm
You’re invited to join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks to viewers about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book Free Lunch.
Virtual Author Talk with Pria Anand
Thurs | July 31 | 2pm
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 (forthcoming June 10, 2025).
Virtual Author Talk with Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk
Tues | Aug 5 | 2pm
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.
Virtual Author Talk with Casey McQuiston
Wed | Aug 20 | 7pm
Bring an appetite for sizzling drama as we discuss New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuiston's latest romantic comedy, The Pairing.
Virtual Author Talk with Dr. Tasha Eurich
Thurs | Aug 28 | 2pm
Learn how to master the daily grind and become shatterproof in a tumultuous world with key insights by Dr. Tasha Eurich as she talks about her newest book, Shatterproof: How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos (And why resilience alone isn’t enough).
Virtual Author Talk with Hannah Nicole Maehrer
Wed | Sept 3 | 7pm
Embrace your dark side (and your best evil laugh) and join us in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maehrer, creator of the New York Times bestselling Assistant to the Villain series.
Virtual Author Talk with Jeffrey Fisher
Wed | Sept 10 | 2pm
Join us (and be ready to take notes) for an afternoon virtual conversation with communication expert Jefferson Fisher, as we chat about his book, The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More.
Virtual Author Talk with Gabe Henry
Wed | Sept 17 | 2pm
Have you ever wondered why the English spelling of words is sometimes… well… just weird? Come on a surprisingly hilarious journey with us and author Gabe Henry through the history of the English language, while we discuss troublemakers like Mark Twain who broke all the rules.