10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Local Authors' Day
Local Author’s Day offers an opportunity to meet and speak with Central Florida authors, including Eddie Lucas, Annette Bruce, Jeffrey Lamb, Colleen Avelli, Michael Suib, Nancy Butler-Ross, Bill...
Umatilla Public Library, Umatilla
11 a.m.
A Celebration in Images with Bruce Hunt
Bruce Hunt, freelance writer/, photographer and author of Florida Then and Now, winner of the 2007 Florida Book Awards Silver Medal for Nonfiction. To accompany the then and now comparison images, he...
Lady Lake Public Library, Lady Lake
2 p.m.
Author Bob Grenier
Author Bob Grenier will present Lake County history. He is the author of "The Gallant Captain Melton Haynes" and "Woodlea: Life on the Lake of the Dancing Sunbeam's.” This event will include a special...
East Lake County Library, Sorrento
3 p.m.
Author Bill Belleville
Bill Belleville is an award-winning writer and documentary filmmaker specializing in environmental issues. His critically acclaimed “River of Lakes: A Journey on Florida’s St. Johns River” won the...
Tavares Civic Center, Tavares
3 p.m.
Snow in Sarasota with Kevin Kremer
Kevin Kremer is the author of A Kremer Christmas Miracle Santa's our Substitute Teacher, When it Snows in Sarasota, The Knight, the Wizard & the Lady Pig. Book sales and author signing will take...
Leesburg Public Library, Leesburg
7 p.m.
Author Bill Belleville
His filmmaking credits include an Emmy award for "Wekiva: Legacy or Loss." His book "Losing it all to Sprawl" was named one of "Best Books of 2006" by the Library Journal; was given the 1000 Friends...
Cagan Crossings Community Library, Clermont
10:30 a.m.
Brunch with Author Karen Hawkins
Karen Hawkins is the USA Today and New York Times bestselling author of a dozen historical romance novels including three series: MacLean Curse, Ask Reeves and Talisman Ring.
Leesburg Public Library, Leesburg
2 p.m.
Writing Workshop with Vic DiGenti
Learn to write compelling scenes with author Vic DiGenti, author of the Windrusher series. He will explain the importance of scenes and demonstrates how the use of three important elements will bring...
W.T. Bland Public Library, Mount Dora
4:30 p.m.
Vic DiGenti ~ Windrusher and the Trail of Fire
Separated from his caretakers and relocated to a rural cat rescue agency called Precious Friends Cat Sanctuary, Windrusher learns his destiny is linked to a mythical cat from legendary times. Find out...
Fruitland Park Public Library, Fruitland Park
7 p.m.
Author Mary Anna Evans
Mary Anna’s latest award-winning archaeological mystery is on Amazon's bestseller lists, including the list of Hot New Mystery Releases.
Tavares Civic Center, Tavares
7 p.m.
Mixing Laughs with Murder
This event features Bob Morris, James O. Born and Elaine Viets, three of Florida’s best-selling, award-winning mystery writers.
Cagan Crossings Community Library , Clermont
10:30 a.m.
Author Tim Dorsey
New York Times bestselling-author Tim Dorsey returns with his 11th book in the Serge Storms series.
W.T. Bland Library, Mount Dora
2 p.m.
Dr. Kristin Congdon, Florida Folk Art and History
Dr. Congdon's work is largely based in the preservation of folk arts, feminist criticism and the role of arts education in the community. Members of the Quilting Sisters Guild will be displaying...
Clermont Woman's Club, Clermont
2 p.m.
Florida Masters of Mystery
James O. Born, Tim Dorsey, Mary Anna Evans, Bob Morris and Elaine Viets will be the featured panel of mystery writing superstars. Authors will discuss their secrets of success.
Leesburg Public Library, Leesburg
7 p.m.
Authors Reception
Join authors for a relaxed reception with coffee bar and gourmet hors d’ oeuvres provided by the American Culinary Federation, Gulf to Lakes Chefs and Cooks Association. Featured authors include James...
W.T. Bland Public Library , Mount Dora
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Bluegrass Festival
The event will offer the best in bluegrass music and activities for children including face painters The Friends of the East Lake County Library will have their spring book and bake sale, raffle and...
East Lake County Library, Sorrento
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Second Annual Fiction Writing Seminar
Author Cynthia Thomason joins Literary Agent Lucienne Diver (The Knight Agency) and Helen Rosburg, Editor of Medallion Press for a workshop on the business and the joy of novel writing. These experts...
Clermont Woman's Club, Clermont
10:30 a.m.
Author Cynthia Barnett
"Mirage: Florida and the Vanishing Water of the Eastern U.S." won the gold medal for best nonfiction in the Florida Book Awards. The St. Petersburg Times called Mirage "one of the most important books...
Blackwater Inn, Astor
10:30 a.m.
Bookmark Design Contest Awards with Author Janeen Mason
Janeen Mason is an illustrator or author/illustrator of eight children's picture books with two more titles due for release in 2009. Her artwork can also be found on posters, puzzles, notecards and...
Leesburg Public Library, Leesburg
11 a.m.
Author Stephen G. Craft
Embry-Riddle at War is the first study of a civilian aviation school during World War II. Stephen Craft examines the myriad components of aeronautical training, the evolution of a civilian company...
Paisley County Library, Paisley
2 p.m.
Author Dr. Gary Mormino
Dr. Mormino, author of "Land of Sunshine, State of Dreams: A Social History of Modern Florida" explains the explosive growth in Florida and its impact. This book was the winner of the Charlton Tebeau...
Leesburg Public Library, Leesburg