Discussion with Mystery Authors Jennifer Hillier and Hank Phillippi Ryan
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesJoin us for a discussion with award-winning thriller authors, Jennifer Hillier and Hank Phillippi Ryan as they share their experience writing mysteries and answers questions about anything and everything for aspiring authors.
The Mystery of Carolyn Keene
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesIf you didn’t already know, Carolyn Keene, of the famous Nancy Drew mystery series, is not a real person, but the brain child of one of the country’s most prolific writers for children.
Kaukauna Paranormal Research Team
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesDuring this presentation you will learn about the Kaukauna Paranormal Research Team, paranormal terminology, famous case files and the specific case files from KPRT experiences in the field. Some of these case files are featured in their book, A Paranormal Journey: The True Cases of the Kaukauna Paranormal Research Team.
Rebel Poet: More Stories from a 21st Century Indian
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesThis eagerly anticipated follow-up to the breakout memoir How to Be an Indian in the 21st Century delves more deeply into the themes of family, community, grief, and the struggle to make a place in the world when your very identity is considered suspect.
Can Francis Change the Church?
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesThomas Sweetser, SJ will share information related to his most recent book, Can Francis Change the Church? How American Catholics Are Responding To His Leadership.
Living Inside a Hate Crime
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesA man spends more than twenty years in prison for murder without a grand jury indictment for his arrest. Now at the age of eighty-three, he represents the longest-running fight for exoneration on record in America.
Novels to Keep You Up at Night
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesIn Judy’s novels, she walks the line of politics, prophecy, and history in edgy, suspenseful, and gripping page-turners. Judy will talk about the writing process, research, and learning to market.
Why is Mickey a Mouse?
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesWhy is Mickey a mouse and not a human child? Picture book author, Keiko Kasza, will look into the reasons why animals are often used in books for very young children and in all her books.
There’s a New Cheesehead on the Block! And Some Novels Too!!
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesWalk with Judy and Packer greats down the road of adventure, honor, and faith. Win or lose, enjoy the glory of a life of excellence. And learn to shout within.
Plotting Your Romance
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesThe importance of plotting, pulling your story together and how it helps with completing a well-crafted story.
A Cache of Letters, a Font, and the Mystery of One Man’s Fate
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesA graphic designer’s search for inspiration leads to a cache of letters and the mystery of one man’s fate during World War II.
Talk and Signing with YA Author Chelsea Bobulski
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesChelsea Bobulski will be presenting on her journey as a writer, focusing on her process for The Wood. Find your inspiration like Chelsea, who says, "As a child, I fell in love with the unique magic of books, the magic of escape. I’ve wanted to be a writer ever since.”
Scotland through the Eyes of the Author
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesLaura is an alumnus of Lawrence University, playing (like Niall and Shawn in The Chronicles) both trombone and harp. In addition to writing, she teaches music lessons and hosts the radio program Books and Brews. She lives in Minneapolis with five of her nine children, three cats, and an Irish Wolfhound much like the Laird’s great hunting hounds.
Junny’s Marie: My Forty Year Journey from Inception to Publication
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesThe forty year journey to write Junny's Marie began with its inception in 1975. My mother wanted me to tell her story.
Follow Your Dream
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesSusan loves to share her journey and process from the little girl to the publishing of her first book, White Lake with the desire to inspire others to reach for whatever their dream is at anytime in their life.
The Dark Net
Gerard H. Van Hoof Memorial Library 625 Grand Ave, Little Chute, United StatesBenjamin Percy reads from his latest novel and discusses the business and craft of writing. Q&A to follow.