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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Ditch the same boring recipes & bring playful creativity back into your kitchen! On October 6, join us for a bold & flavorful conversation with Top Chef finalist Joe Sasto about his bestselling cookbook, Breaking the Rules. Find your #library & register here: bit.ly/4z4BP7p #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk

Joe Sasto with his book Breaking the Rules: A Fresh Take on Italian Classics. Online Author Talk: Cooking Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Ready to supersize your Friends group? On Oct 7, Marian Amodeo & Becky Starr of the Friends of the Meriden Public Library share how they raised $400K for a library renovation. Register here to participate live (with Q&A!) or on demand: bit.ly/4xTDewy #LibrarySky #Libraries

Limitless Librarian: "Supersize Your Friends Group: Fundraising, Connections, & Fun!" with Marian Amodeo and Becky Starr of the Friends of the Meriden Public Library. Wednesday, October 7, at 10:00 am EDT. Free Online Seminar: Register Today!

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Celebre la comunidad y la cultura junto al artista ganador del GRAMMY, Lucky Diaz, el 24 de septiembre, hablando de su libro infantil bilingüe, Paletero Man. Ofrecemos la charla en inglés y español. Encuentre su #biblioteca y regístrese aquí: bit.ly/46LgROK #LibrarySky

Lucky Diaz con su libro Paletero Man. Charla con el Autor en Línea: Serie Infantil y Juvenil.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Celebrate the joy of community & culture with GRAMMY-winning artist Lucky Diaz, on Sept 24, as he discusses his bilingual children's book, Paletero Man. We’re offering this talk twice: once in English and once in Spanish. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4gDgBY4 #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk

Lucky Diaz with his book Paletero Man. Online Author Talk: Kids & Teens Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Join us LIVE for our virtual author talk on Sept 17, for a chance to win a copy of Yasmine Cheyenne’s The Comeback Era. Find a library near you & register: bit.ly/4xqjkZS #BookGiveaway form will be available during livestream from 2-3:15 pm ET. Winners selected at random the next week.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Hennepin County Library's Asian Pacific Heritage Team joins us Tuesday, Sept. 22 to share how they build culturally responsive programs and partnerships for AAPI communities. Register for this free online seminar to tune in live or watch on-demand: bit.ly/4xWPAVP #LibrarySky #Libraries

Limitless Librarian: "Engaging the AAPI Communities in Librarianship" with Hennepin County Library's Asian Pacific Heritage Team: Nhia Lo, Pang Yang, Wang Yu Vu, and Kay Yang-Cha. Tuesday, September 22nd, at 2:00 PM EDT. Free Online Seminar: Register Today!

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Join us Sept 17 for an empowering conversation with wellness expert Yasmine Cheyenne on her new book, The Comeback Era: From Limiting Beliefs to Living Without Limits. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4inLZv5 #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk

Yasmine Cheyenne with her book The Comeback Era: From Limiting Beliefs to Living Without Limits. Online Author Talk: Health & Wellness Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Ever thought about bringing yoga, story walks, or even kite-flying into your library's programming? Join us Sept 15 for "Get Your Community Moving" with Jenn Carson of the L.P. Fisher Public Library. Register to tune in live or watch on-demand: bit.ly/4x67DaE #LibrarySky #Libraries

Limitless Librarian: "Get Your Community Moving: Physical Literacy Programs for All Ages" with Jenn Carson, Director at the L.P. Fisher Public Library. Tuesday, September 15, at 3:00 pm EDT. Free Online Seminar: Register Today!

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Join us Sept 15 for a can't-miss conversation with world-renowned facilitator Priya Parker on her new book, The Art of Fighting: The Transformative Power of Conflict. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4zOIQKM #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk

Priya Parker with her book The Art of Fighting: The Transformative Power of Conflict. Online Author Talk: Variety & Lifestyle Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Is there anything more satisfying than a plate of delicious enchiladas? 🌶️ Pinto and Sisko 😺 got ready for tomorrow’s author talk with Jenny Martinez by trying out one of the recipes from her new cookbook My Mexican Mesa, Y Listo! #LibrarySky

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

On Sept. 8, master storyteller Daniel Kraus, winner of the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, joins us to discuss his breathtaking new novel The Sixth Nik. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/3UVAbGm #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk

Daniel Kraus with his book The Sixth Nik. Online Author Talk: Fiction Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

On Sept 3, join viral cooking star Jenny Martinez for a mouth-watering chat about her debut cookbook, My Mexican Mesa, Y Listo! Beautiful Flavors, Family Style. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4ceG2N0 #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk

Jenny Martinez with her book My Mexican Mesa, Y Listo! Beautiful Flavors, Family Style. Online Author Talk: Cooking Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Dreaming of brisk mornings, cozy drinks, pumpkins, and colorful leaves? The only missing piece is a great book! What are some of the books you’re excited to read this fall? #BookSky #LibrarySky

An open book, mug of coffee, and blanket sit on an outdoor bench, with autumn colors in the background and in leaves that have fallen on the bench. “What books are you saving for fall weather?” Library Speakers Consortium.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Join us LIVE for our virtual author talk on Aug 27, for a chance to win a copy of Lucy Foley’s Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel. Find a #library near you & register: bit.ly/4iyFHse #BookGiveaway form will be available during livestream from 2-3:15 pm ET. Winners selected at random the next week.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

We’re excited about our fantastic line-up of September author talks! Which events are you looking forward to the most? #LibrarySky #AuthorTalks #BookSky

Promotional graphic for September Online Author Talks featuring six book covers: The Sixth Nik by Daniel Kraus; The Democracy We Must Keep by David O. Stewart; My Mexican Mesa, Y Listo! by Jenny Martinez; Paletero Man by Lucky Diaz; The Come Back Era by Yasmine Cheyenne; and The Art of Fighting by Priya Parker.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

We had a great time talking with Holly Capelle about her book Preserving the Seasons, so Pinto & Sisko tried out her simple and tasty recipe for pickled carrots. Would your #library like to offer virtual talks with bestselling authors? Request a demo at bit.ly/4zsBIU9 #LibrarySky

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

On August 27, join us for a thrilling conversation with acclaimed author Lucy Foley as we delve into her brand-new Miss Marple mystery, Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4zgjHIy #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk

Lucy Foley with her book Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel. Online Author Talk: Fiction Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Need help making sure your library’s website meets #accessibility requirements? Join us on Aug 25 for “Opening Doors Online: The Basics of Web Accessibility” with Laura Solomon of the Ohio Public Library Information Network.: bit.ly/4wn8ROw #LibrarySky #Libraries

Promotional graphic for a Limitless Librarian event: “Opening Doors Online: The Basics of Web Accessibility” with Laura Solomon, Library Services Manager at the Ohio Public Library Information Network. Tuesday, August 25, 1 pm EDT. Free Online Seminar: Register Today!

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Join us for a riveting conversation with award-winning biologist Beronda Montgomery as we discuss her book, When Trees Testify: Science, Wisdom, History & America's Black Botanical Legacy, on Tues, Aug 25th. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/3RX4ZFA #LibrarySky

Beronda Montgomery with her book When Trees Testify: Science, Wisdom, History, and America's Black Botanical Legacy. Online Author Talk: Variety & Lifestyle Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Libraries are places of discovery. What are some of your favorite books that you only discovered because of your library? #LibrarySky #BookSky

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Offering a unique glimpse into the heart of America's history - the good, the bad & the ugly - celebrated author G. Neri invites readers on a journey through the U.S. in his funny & heartfelt book, My Bicentennial Summer, on Aug 20. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/3ShSgxs #LibrarySky

G. Neri with his book My Bicentennial Summer. Online Author Talk: Kids & Teens Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Get fresh ideas for your adult library programming on Aug. 21! Register for this free online seminar to tune in live or watch on-demand: bit.ly/4fYjxgh #LibrarySky #Libraries

Promotional graphic for a Limitless Librarian event: “From Interest to Attendance: Adult Library Programming with Shannon Haddock, Program Specialist at the Hoover Public Library. Thursday, August 13, at 1:00 pm EDT. Free Online Seminar: Register Today!

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

On Aug. 5, join bestselling author & social entrepreneur Jane Marie Chen for a virtual talk on her memoir, Like a Wave We Break, sharing her journey from global success & burnout to balance, resilience, & purpose in everyday life. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4fHHloz #LibrarySky

Jane Marie Chen with her book Like a Wave We Break. Online Author Talk: Health & Wellness Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

For our next Limitless Librarian event, Library Ideas will present a preview of their VOX Books Fall 2026 collection Register for this free online seminar to tune in live or watch on-demand: bit.ly/4yUvRXG #LibrarySky #Libraries

Promotional graphic for a Limitless Librarian free online product demo on VOX Books, “Books That Talk.”. Thursday, August 13, at 1:30 pm EDT. Free Online Seminar: Register Today!

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Join us Aug. 4 for a conversation that's sure to warm your heart (and make your stomach rumble), as we delve into the legacy of cooking icon Julia Child with Smithsonian curator and public historian Paula J. Johnson, author of Julia Child's Kitchen. #LibrarySky

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

For our next Limitless Librarian event, Libraries Without Borders US will present “Mapping Communities: Leveraging Data to Meet Community Needs.” Register for this free online seminar to tune in live or watch on-demand: bit.ly/3SQOXxd #LibrarySky #Libraries

Promotional graphic for a Limitless Librarian free online seminar titled "Mapping Communities: Leveraging Data to Meet Community Needs" featuring Catie Hernandez and Keani LaGasa from Libraries Without Borders US. Wednesday, July 29, at 2 pm EDT. Free Online Seminar: Register Today!

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Join us on July 28 for a conversation with bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco, one of the world's leading experts in human connection, via digital live-stream. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4eOWsNN #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk #Platonic

Dr. Marisa G. Franco with her book Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make—and Keep—Friends. Online Author Talk: Variety & Lifestyle Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

How does Matt Dinniman craft such unforgettable characters? He writes secret "doodle" stories no one else will ever see! 😼🦖 Connect patrons with incredible author insights with the Library Speakers Consortium. Schedule a demo at bit.ly/4ve5CIv #LibrarySky #MattDinniman #DungeonCrawlerCarl

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

In her new memoir, Migrant Heart, bestselling author Reyna Grande explores the hidden cost of the American Dream & the journey of healing after survival, on Thursday, July 16. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4gRhRak #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk #MigrantHeart

Reyna Grande with her book Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can't Forget. Online Author Talk: Nonfiction Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The booth is packed up, our team members are back home, and we have a lot of new librarian friends! Thanks to everyone who made the 2026 ALA Annual Conference a big success. #ALAA26 #LibrarySky

A Library Speakers Consortium team member is wearing a unicorn hat and is peeking out from a large box as the team packs up their booth at ALA. The display behind her gives information on the Library Speakers Consortium, Anywhere Active, and BookBreak.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Join us for a thrilling evening with acclaimed author Karin Slaughter as we chat about her North Falls series — We Are All Guilty Here & her upcoming sequel, The Secrets We Hide, on Tuesday, July 14. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4ozokZi #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk #KarinSlaughter

Karin Slaughter with her book The Secrets We Hide. Online Author Talk: Fiction Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Learn how the experiences of our ancestors influence our thoughts & behaviors today with Mark Wolynn as he shares insights from his award-winning book, It Didn't Start With You, on Tuesday, July 7. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/3SeogCo #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk #ItDidntStartWithYou

Mark Wolynn with his book It Didn't Start With You. Online Author Talk: Health & Wellness Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

How does some Jammy Egg Curry 🍳 sound? Pinto and Sisko 🐱 tried out this delicious recipe from The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook. It was great preparation for our June 23rd conversation with authors Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy. #LibrarySky #Cats #Cooking #Libraries

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Are you planning your library programming for America 250? We have two virtual author talks scheduled this year that will be perfect for your library’s Semiquincentennial programming. Want to learn more? Sign up for a quick demo at bit.ly/4e2czHl #LibrarySky #America250 #Libraries

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Join us on June 23 as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri & Asha Loupy about The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, celebrating simple, seasonal cooking with 85 recipes from India & Sri Lanka's best family spice farms. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4vjo7M0 #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk #Cooking

Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy with their book The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook. Online Author Talk: Cooking Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Join us on June 18 in conversation with storyteller & popular blogger Ted Page as we chat about his journey to bring together the stories & wisdom of grandfathers from all walks of life. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4dM57A5 #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk #GoodGrandpa

Ted Page with his book Good Grandpa. Online Author Talk: Variety & Lifestyle Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Have you ever heard of the SCP Foundation? In a recent author talk, Dr. Vivienne Ming - @socos.org - discusses how it’s improved her son’s life and recommends reading There Is No Antimemetics Division by qntm. #LibrarySky #BookSky #BookRecs #SCPFoundation

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Our team is busy getting ready for the American Library Association’s Annual Conference! If you’re going to be Chicago, be sure to drop by Booth #4342 to say hi! We’ll be ready to answer all your questions about LSC and our upcoming service, @awactive.bsky.social . #ALAAC26 #LibrarySky

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers! On June 11, Matt Dinniman, bestselling author of the wildly popular Dungeon Crawler Carl series, joins us to chat about his latest book, A Parade of Horribles. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4nGPaOL #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk

Matt Dinniman with his book A Parade of Horribles. Online Author Talk: Fiction Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Your library staff is always on a time crunch. Don’t worry! Our fantastic LSC team does hours of work so you can marketing each of our virtual author talks in minutes. Learn more by requesting a quick demo at bit.ly/4nJ5X3J #LibrarySky #Libraries #LibraryMarketing

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Join us on June 9 for a conversation with health expert Dr. Ezekiel J. Emanuel. In Eat Your Ice Cream, he explores how to embrace health, happiness, & longevity without falling for quick fixes & unrealistic promises. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/3POcKNb #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk

Dr. Ezekiel J. Emanuel with his book Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life. Online Author Talk: Health & Wellness Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

“I just love traveling to these different worlds through books.” During her recent author talk, Marjan Kamali took a moment to tell us why she loves Long Island by Colm Tóibín. #LibrarySky #BookSky #BookRecs

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more, on Wed, June 3rd. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4dS1EzK #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Cookbooks, memoirs & ice cream?! 🍦 Plus, a massive event for Matt Dinniman’s highly anticipated A Parade of Horribles! 👾 Our June Author Talks showcase the incredible variety of LSC. Which will you tune into? #LibrarySky #BookSky #SummerReading

June Online Author Talks. The featured books are: Weird and Wonderful You by Zaila Avant-garde (Art by Kah Yangni),Good Grandpa: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood by Ted Page, The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook: Seasonal Home Cooking from South Asia's Best Spice Farms by Sana Javeri Kadri & Asha Loupy, Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life by Ezekiel J. Emanuel, MD, State Fairs: Growing American Craft edited by Mary Savig, A Parade of Horribles: A Novel by Matt Dinniman.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

The LSC team is catching up on Matt Dinniman’s #DungeonCrawlerCarl series to get ready for his online author talk on June 11! Would your library like to offer virtual author talks with big names like Matt Dinniman? Request a demo to learn more at: bit.ly/3QXUy42 #ParadeOfHorribles #LibrarySky

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Join us on May 20 for our conversation with Elizabeth Lim about A Forgery of Fate, a breathtaking romantic fantasy about a girl who paints the future, a cursed dragon lord, and a plot to bring down the gods. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4tCiIib #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk

Elizabeth Lim with her book A Forgery of Fate. Online Author Talk: Kids & Teens Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Are you a staff member or volunteer at a rural or small library? Don’t miss this free online seminar with the Association for Rural & Small Libraries! Join our free online seminar on May 28. Register today at bit.ly/4dF5RXr #LibrarySky #RuralLibraries #SmallLibraries

Promotional graphic for a Limitless Librarian free online seminar titled "Growing Together: ARSL’s Professional Development, Community, & Funding Opportunities" featuring speakers Amanda Doherty and Bree Drapa. The event is hosted with the Association for Rural & Small Libraries on Thursday, May 28, at 12 pm EDT.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Join us on May 19 as we chat with Nir Eyal about the question posed by his new book, Beyond Belief: What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible… was belief? Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4uHCuJT%E2%8... #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk

Nir Eyal with his book Beyond Belief. Online Author Talk: Nonfiction Series.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Join us LIVE for our virtual author talk on May 12, for a chance to win a copy of Vivienne Ming’s Robot-Proof. Find a library near you & register: bit.ly/42Qklh0 #BookGiveaway form will be available during livestream from 2-3:15 pm ET. Winners selected at random the next week.

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Join us on May 14 as we chat with Ruchika Sikri and Dr. Patrick Porter about their book, Brain Fitness Blueprint, in which they present a 30-day action plan to supercharge your brain and achieve peak performance. Find your #library and register here: bit.ly/4f27UG7 #LibrarySky #AuthorTalk

Ruchika Sikri and Dr. Patrick Porter with their book Brain Fitness Blueprint. Online Author Talk: Health & Wellness Series.

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