Drake Community Library Virtual Author Events

Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders.

Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.

Upcoming Speakers

How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Vivienne Ming
Award-Winning Theoretical Neuroscientist, Inventor, and “Demented” Author
Tuesday, May 12th 2026 at 1:00 PM CDT

Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential with Nir Eyal
Internationally Bestselling Author of Hooked and Indistractable
Tuesday, May 19th 2026 at 1:00 PM CDT

Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig
A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration
Wednesday, June 3rd 2026 at 1:00 PM CDT

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Past Event Recordings

On Courage, Turmoil, and the Transformative Power of Love with Marjan Kamali
Internationally Bestselling and Award-Winning Author of The Stationery Shop and Together Tea
Thursday, May 7th 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT

On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience in Virtual Conversation with Jason Reynolds
Award-Winning and New York Times Bestselling Author
Thursday, April 30th 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT

Lush Lyricism and Intimate Confessions with Miranda Cowley Heller
New York Times Bestselling Author of The Paper Palace and Reese’s Book Club Pick
Wednesday, April 22nd 2026 at 1:00 PM CDT

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