By Doug Middleton Gregory Renz is a debut author and Beneath the Flames is his extraordinary novel that explores themes of race, love, and family. To write this debut novel, Renz drew on his 28 years as a firefighter serving the citizens of Milwaukee.
by Andrew McSorley One of the most magical parts of reading is the sudden ability to travel to a different time and place. Here's a few authors at this year's Fox Cities Book Festival that will take you somewhere extraordinary. As always, you can pre-register
If you're looking for lighthearted, yet meaningful stories, these three authors have got you covered. Their characters face the same issues in romance, career, and family that many women in the real world do. Funny and smart, sweet and powerful, these authors craft likeable protagonists,
From courtships to cliffhangers, romance to riddles, the 2019 Fox Cities Book Festival takes an in-depth look into two genres that have, for generations, stood the test of time. The Power of the Romance Genre Wisconsin is a state known for its beloved Packers, iconic
“You can find magic wherever you look. Sit back and relax all you need is a book!” – Dr. Seuss From an early age, reading gives the gift of lifelong learning, an avenue for personal growth, and a medium of entertainment. The Fox Cities Book
Everyone has a story to tell – whether it be of another’s life experiences, of their own history, or of a creation from the fiction they carry within themselves. The Fox Cities Book Festival provides a platform to the storytellers of today, and showcases their
UPDATE: Due to a family emergency, Richard Thomas will not be able to attend FCBF2018. What is it that draws readers to the horrific? The grotesque? There’s something about uncertainty and the darker side of fiction that pulls readers in, and author Richard Thomas is
This fall we’ve got a fabulous variety of offerings for mystery lovers!
To prepare for the Fox Cities Book Festival this October, each of the six participating public libraries put the events they host out to every social media outlet and website you can imagine. We are excited and want you to be too! You may have
This coming week we celebrate the culmination of Fox Cities Read 2018 with a visit from Ruta Sepetys, author of Salt to the Sea, to the Fox Valley.
