Lawrence Public Library

Online Author Events

Explore a diverse collection of engaging talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders, both live and on-demand. Perfect for book lovers, book clubs, aspiring writers, or anyone looking to expand their horizons. It's easy to connect with the literary world anytime, anywhere.

Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.

Upcoming Speakers

Image for Capturing the Human Drama of 9/11 and D-Day Through Oral History with Garrett Graff webinar

Capturing the Human Drama of 9/11 and D-Day Through Oral History with Garrett Graff
New York Times Bestselling Author and Pulitzer Prize Finalist
Tuesday, September 10th at 1:00 PM CDT
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Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World–with Nate Klemp, PhD
New York Times Bestselling Co-Author of Start Here: Master the Lifelong Skill of Well-Being
Wednesday, September 18th at 1:00 PM CDT
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A Deep Dive in Character Development with Global Sensation Liane Moriarty
#1 New York Times Bestselling Author of Big Little Lies, The Husband’s Secret, and Apples Never Fall
Saturday, September 21st at 6:00 PM CDT
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Past Event Recordings

Image for An Exploration of Friendship, Reckoning, and Hope with novelist Shelby Van Pelt webinar

An Exploration of Friendship, Reckoning, and Hope with novelist Shelby Van Pelt
Author of the Instant New York Times bestseller Remarkably Bright Creatures
Wednesday, August 21st at 6:00 PM CDT

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The Golden Ticket to College Admissions Is Not What You Think: Redefining Success for Parents of Teens with Irena Smith, PhD
Story Circle Network’s Gilda Award-Winner and Former Lecturer and Stanford Admissions Officer
Thursday, August 15th at 1:00 PM CDT

Image for Your All Access Pass Behind the Scenes at the Space Station with Smithsonian Curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur webinar

Your All Access Pass Behind the Scenes at the Space Station with Smithsonian Curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur
A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration
Wednesday, August 7th at 1:00 PM CDT

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