Book Release Bash with Isabel Ibañez and Roshani Chokshi

Celebrating the Release of GRACELESS HEART by Isabel Ibañez and THE SWAN'S DAUGHTER by Roshani Chokshi in conversation with Rebecca Ross. Join us for a Book Release Bash celebrating two breathtaking new fantasies: Graceless Heart by Isabel Ibañez and The Swan's Daughter by Roshani Chokshi, in conversation with Rebecca Ross, bestselling author of Wild Reverence. Step into an evening of myth, magic, and romance as these powerhouse authors discuss immortal cities, cursed princes, and the transformative power of love and storytelling. Select which special edition titles you’d like to include in your event ticket at Eventbrite and get excited for a live author signing! SIGNING GUIDELINES A copy of Graceless Heart must be purchased to access Isabel's signing line. A copy of Swan's Daughter must be purchased to access Roshani's signing line. Rebecca Ross’ signing line does not require a book purchase however Wild Reverence will be available to shop at the bookstore during the event if you’d like to grab a copy!&nbsp; To ensure everyone has a chance to participate, personalizations during the book signing will be limited to one per attendee for each author. You are welcome to bring 3 additional backlisted titles for each author to sign Backlisted titles will also be available to shop at the bookstore during the event. EVENT DETAILS 6:30 PM: Doors Open – Settle in, grab a drink from our cafe and wine bar, and get ready for a great discussion! Guests are invited to take this time to participate in our “Truth or Treachery” activity inspired by the story’s central question: Who Can You Trust? 7:00 PM: Discussion Begins – Isabel, Roshani, and Rebecca will dive into Graceless Heart and The Swan’s Daughter. 7:45 PM: Q&amp;A Session – Your chance to ask the authors anything! 8:00 PM: Signatures, Snapping Pics, and Salutations – Meet the authors, get your books signed, and snap a photo. Don’t forget to check out and have a chat about the “Truth or Treachery” activity results before the end of the night! 8:30 PM: Last call - Grab your final pour from the wine bar. 9:00 PM: Event Wraps Up – Thanks for joining us! Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon! If the event sells out, you can join the waitlist. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer them to the next person. ACCESSIBILITY Check-in will take place at our front entrance on Brattle Street. If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp. Guests who would benefit from priority seating or any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at <a href="mailto:events@lovestruckbooks.com">events@lovestruckbooks.com</a>. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! BOOK PICKUP POLICY If you purchased a book with your event ticket but can’t make it to the event—and don’t request a refund—we’ll happily hold your book for pickup for up to 30 days after the event date. We’ll be in touch via the email you provided at checkout to help coordinate pickup. After 30 days, if we haven’t heard from you or made other arrangements, we’ll consider the book abandoned property and may donate it or return it to inventory so it can find a new home. Thanks so much for your understanding and for supporting our events—we love doing this with you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1165608223%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251029-165656?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=6a09a00262684adcc43a61252bb65bba"> ABOUT THE AUTHOR Isabel Ibañez is the author&nbsp;of Together We Burn (Wednesday Books),&nbsp;and&nbsp;Woven in Moonlight (Page Street), a finalist for the William C. Morris Award, and is listed among&nbsp;Time Magazine’s&nbsp;100 Best Fantasy Books Of All Time. She is the proud daughter of Bolivian immigrants and has a profound appreciation for history and traveling. She currently lives in Asheville, North Carolina, with her husband, their adorable dog, and a serious collection of books. ABOUT&nbsp;GRACELESS HEART This stunning luxe edition includes a gorgeous cover printed over foil with a custom two color map endpapers, pink gilded ends, and a full foil custom case stamp. She was never meant to be seen. Now she’s a weapon the world can’t ignore. As a sculptress, Ravenna Maffei has always shaped beauty from stone but she has a terrible secret. Desperate to save her brother, she enters a competition hosted by Florence’s most feared immortal family, revealing a dark power in a city where magic is forbidden. Now a captive in the cutthroat city of Florence, Ravenna is forced into a dangerous task where failure meets certain death at the hands of Saturnino dei Luni, the immortal family's mesmerizing but merciless heir. But as he draws her closer, Ravenna realizes the true threat lies beyond Florence’s walls. The Pope’s war against magic is closing in, and Ravenna is no longer just a prisoner but a prize to be claimed. As trusting the wrong person becomes lethal, Ravenna must survive the treacherous line between a pope's obsession and the seductive immortal who might be the end of her — or surrender her power to a city on the brink of war. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1165609003%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251029-165730?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=ff1dc61f83ec8b824a1803f6cb26a99f"> ABOUT THE AUTHOR Roshani Chokshi is the author of commercial and critically acclaimed books for middle grade and young adult readers that draw on world mythology and folklore. Her work has been nominated for the Locus and Nebula awards, and has frequently appeared on Best of The Year lists from Barnes and Noble, Forbes, Buzzfeed and more. Her New York Times bestselling series include The Star-Touched Queen duology, The Gilded Wolves, and Aru Shah and The End of Time, which has been optioned for film by Paramount Pictures. ABOUT THE SWAN’S DAUGHTER This stunning luxe edition includes sprayed edges and other exclusive features. To find love is a curse ... Prince Arris knows that marriage means murder. Thanks to a poorly worded wish to a sea witch, all one needs to rule the Isle of Malys is the heart and hand of the kingdom’s heir. Historically, this has been construed quite literally. Thus, Arris expects that the day after his marriage and murder he will wake up as a sentient tree alongside the rest of his predecessors. His only chance at a long life is finding true and lasting love. When Arris's parents announce a tournament of brides to compete for his hand and heart, a slew of eligible, lovely and (possibly murderous) bachelorettes make their way to Rathe Castle. Amidst glittering balls in ozorald caves, strolls through menageries of daydream trees and pearl crocodiles, tea time on glass boats and kisses that leave his head spinning, Arris cannot tell who is here out of love for him…or lust for power. Until he meets Demelza. As a veritas swan, Demelza’s song wrings out the truth. Forced into hiding, Demelza strikes a deal. Arris will provide her with safekeeping in exchange for her truth-telling song to sort through his potential brides. While Arris is used to dodging death threats and Demelza is accustomed to fighting for her voice to be heard, to survive the tournament of brides requires a different kind of bravery. And perhaps the bravest thing one can do is not merely protect one’s life, but find the courage to chase a life worth living. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1165609163%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251029-165742?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=d224d4619007c39c530eaf9af6fabb8e"> ABOUT THE CONVERSATION PARTNER Rebecca Ross is the #1 New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of fantasy books for teens and adults. She has written multiple highly acclaimed duologies, including Letters of Enchantment, Elements of Cadence, and The Queen's Rising as well as two standalone novels: Dreams Lie Beneath and Sisters of Sword &amp; Song. When not writing, she can be found in her garden where she plants wildflowers and story ideas. She resides in Northeast Georgia with her husband and her dog. ABOUT WILD REVERENCE This stunning luxe edition includes a jacketed printed case with custom character art, full-color designed endpapers, black stained edges and foiled cover elements. True love is more divine than any ruthless god. Born in the firelit domain of the under realm, Matilda is the youngest goddess of her clan, blessed with humble messenger magic. But in a land where gods often kill each other to steal power and alliances break as quickly as they are forged, Matilda must come of age sooner than most. She may be known to carry words and letters through the realms, but she holds a secret she must hide from even her dearest of allies to ensure her survival. And to complicate matters . . . there is a mortal boy who dreams of her, despite the fact they have never met in the waking world. Ten years ago, Vincent of Beckett wrote to Matilda on the darkest night of his life—begging the goddess he befriended in dreams to help him. When his request went unanswered, Vincent moved on, becoming the hardened, irreverent lord of the river who has long forgotten Matilda. That is, until she comes tumbling into his bedroom window with a letter for him. As Fate would have it, Matilda and Vincent were destined to find each other beyond dreams. There may be a chance for Matilda to rewrite the blood-soaked ways of the gods, but at immense sacrifice. She will have to face something she fears even more than losing her magic: to be vulnerable, and to allow herself to finally be loved.

Lovestruck Books

Most Eligible Release Bash with Isabelle Engel

A reality show rom-com debut about an investigative journalist who sneaks onto the show only to fall for the wrong guy. Join Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe in welcoming Isabelle Engel to celebrate her debut release, Most Eligible! In conversation with Betty Cayouette, content creator and author of Tell Me How You Really Feel, the two will discuss Engel’s fast-paced, witty reality show rom com. If you’re a fan of swoony second-chance romances, slow burns, and behind-the-scenes drama, sit back and enjoy. Hear how Isabelle weaves the story of journalist Georgia uncovering the seedy underbelly of the show and her irresistible secret romance with unforgettable one-night stand and host of the show, Rhett. Your event ticket includes a copy of Most Eligible for the author signing. Betty’s books will be available for purchase at the event. Authors are able to sign backstock brought from home with one personalization per person. EVENT DETAILS 6:30 PM: Doors Open – Settle in, grab a drink from our cafe and wine bar, and get ready for a great discussion! 7:00 PM: Discussion Begins – Isabelle and Betty will dive into Most Eligible. 7:45 PM: Q&amp;A Session – Your chance to ask the authors anything! 8:00 PM: Signatures, Snapping Pics, and Salutations – Meet the authors, get your book signed, and snap a photo. 8:30 PM: Last call - Grab your final pour from the wine bar. 9:00 PM: Event Wraps Up – Thanks for joining us! Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon! If the event sells out, you can join the waitlist. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer them to the next person. ACCESSIBILITY Check-in will take place at our front entrance on Brattle Street. If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp. Guests who would benefit from priority seating or any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at events@lovestruckbooks.com. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! BOOK PICKUP POLICY If you purchased a book with your event ticket but can’t make it to the event—and don’t request a refund—we’ll happily hold your book for pickup for up to 30 days after the event date. We’ll be in touch via the email you provided at checkout to help coordinate pickup. After 30 days, if we haven’t heard from you or made other arrangements, we’ll consider the book abandoned property and may donate it or return it to inventory so it can find a new home. Thanks so much for your understanding and for supporting our events—we love doing this with you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1170618138%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251110-190842?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=429c3ccc70ffecabb7ada77c2ac53590"> ABOUT THE AUTHOR Originally from New England, ISABELLE ENGEL (she/her) now lives and works in Washington, D.C. She has an MA in English literature from George Washington University. When she’s not imagining ways to make reality TV even more dramatic, she can be found reading, doing dance fitness, and petting other people’s dogs. Most Eligible is her debut novel. ABOUT MOST ELIGIBLE The Bachelor meets Funny You Should Ask in this laugh-out-loud rom-com debut about a journalist who goes on reality TV only to find her country music star one-night stand is the host. Georgia Rose is not going on the hit reality dating show Love Shack to find love. She’s there to write a killer exposé on the producers, which will guarantee the journalism job of her dreams. But when Georgia’s unforgettable one-night stand from the year before, country singer Rhett Auburn, steps into the Malibu mansion as the season’s new host, all of her carefully crafted plans unravel. Caught up in the drama of backstabbing contestants, producer blackmail, and death-defying dates, Georgia must keep her identity—and history with Rhett—a secret. Despite the lies between them, it isn’t long before Georgia and Rhett’s heated behind-the-scenes moments start to feel more genuine than the romance Georgia’s faking for the cameras. But with her assignment unfinished and the executive producer on her tail, a second chance with Rhett could be her riskiest move of all. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1170618255%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251110-190937?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=c9998677c6beb67ca2c28456474aad04"> ABOUT THE CONVERSATION PARTNER Betty Cayouette is an author, viral video content creator and cinematographer. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Brandeis University in only three years, and currently lives in Salem, Massachusetts. Betty created @bettysbooklist, the viral TikTok/lnstagram account which is one of the top book recommendation accounts in the world and is featured in outlets such as The Boston Globe, Euronews, Fox News, The London Times and Glamour UK.

Lovestruck Books & Cafe One Year Anniversary Celebration!

❤️ Tickets: Entry is free, but please RSVP on Eventbrite to reserve your spot. Celebrate one year of Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe with all-day fun Friday through Sunday + ticketed romance events on select evenings! Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe is turning ONE—and we’re ready to party with you! 💘 <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1171507371%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251121-170830?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=117ace8c4fbe15f15d9b729446689ccd"> We’re celebrating our very first anniversary with a <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/1-year-anniversary-celebrations-4794930">swoon-worthy lineup</a> of bookish fun and exclusive offers from 11am to 4 pm, Friday through Sunday, PLUS ticketed romance author events on select evenings! Here’s a little teaser of what’s in store for Friday’s daytime celebration: All Day, 10am - 5 pm<ul><li>🌀Temporary Tattoos</li><li>Get marked (temporarily). Your skin is a blank page.</li><li>💘 Limited Edition Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe Anniversary Merch</li><li>On sale for our Lovestruck super fans!</li><li>☕️ George Howell Coffee</li><li>Sample sips of their signature roasts.</li></ul>11am - 4pm:<ul><li>🌸 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecreativenestma/">Creative Nest</a> Bookmark Bar</li><li>Save your page in style by crafting your own unique metal bookmark featuring beads and charms inspired by Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe and George Howell Coffee. Package it up in a specialty gift box made to look like a book, a cute keepsake for your nightstand or bookshelf. | $8 per bookmark, available for purchase during the event. </li></ul>12 - 4pm:<ul><li>🧵Chain Stitching by <a href="https://keeperma.com/">KEEPER</a> </li><li>Live embroidery of your first name or initials! | Free with the purchase of a Limited Edition Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe One Year tote bag! </li></ul>1 - 3pm:<ul><li>📚 Pop-Up Poetry with <a href="https://ikhon.net/">Iman Khondker</a> </li><li>Share a moment with Iman, and leave with a poem written just for you. | $15 per poem, available for purchase during the event. </li><li></li></ul><img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1171507408%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251121-170847?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=b3143d213bb247cc0a1329ce9186ff87"> 💌 Swing by our postcard station to pen a note to your crush, bestie, or anyone you love! | Limited edition Lovestruck postcard included with any purchase in-store during the event. Let’s get this party started—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! Activities are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Dress warmly, there may be a wait to enter the store! ACCESSIBILITY If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp. Guests who would benefit from any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at <a href="mailto:events@lovestruckbooks.com">events@lovestruckbooks.com</a>. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1173075663%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251216-182101?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=c21d728c9b277dee816d8914c286504f"> ABOUT THE CREATIVE NEST The Creative Nest is a Boston-based pop-up craft bar founded by Tiffany, a lifelong explorer of creative hobbies. Inspired by hands-on experiences from fake food workshops in Japan to leather crafting in Taiwan, Tiffany created The Creative Nest as a fun, low-pressure space for people to try something new. Featuring interactive stations, The Creative Nest brings DIY joy to parties, markets, and events — no experience required, just a love for getting a little crafty. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1161784463%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251024-165354?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=3a7ba81d622b2a24897c890ff1714344"> ABOUT KEEPER A full service old-school style embroidery shop and an event studio specializing in garment customization. The union of Boston based chainstitchers, Amelia Fitch and Sam Lee, use vintage hand-guided chainstitch machines to decorate garments, accessories and more. They teamed up in 2024 to the store at Somerville's Bow Market, and create a unique offering for live customization events in and beyond the Boston area. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1141959433%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251001-224704?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=1fad79d30575424f7a0d73bc0082f770"> ABOUT THE POET: IMAN KHONDKER Iman is a Bangladeshi American poet who has been writing custom typewriter poems at weddings, parties, and events since 2017. With a background in spoken word and a passion for turning emotions into tangible keepsakes, Iman creates moments of genuine connection—where guests often laugh, cry, and leave with a poem they’ll treasure. A multidisciplinary artist and chef, Iman recently relocated from Brooklyn to Boston and brings a handmade, heartfelt touch to every event. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1171507415%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251121-170854?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=145efe954f72e2caa53076451c5b5c24">

Meet Tessa Bailey! Featuring CATCH HER IF YOU CAN

Meet, greet, and snap a photo with none other than Tessa Bailey as we celebrate Lovestruck’s one-year anniversary! After quickly selling out of tickets for the main author conversation,&nbsp;<a href="https://lovestruck-tessa-bailey.eventbrite.com/">Catch Her If You Can:&nbsp;An Anniversary Celebration with Tessa Bailey</a>,&nbsp;we’ve added a more casual meet-and-greet at the end of the night for anyone who still wants the chance to meet Tessa! Meet-and-greet tickets&nbsp;include a copy of&nbsp;<a href="https://lovestruckbooks.com/item/UhelvOrckPlu5xXZJyFLgw">Catch Her If You Can</a>, a friends-to-lovers sports romance about a baseball catcher and the burlesque club owner he can’t get out of his head. In the interest of time, all&nbsp;books will be pre-signed.&nbsp;We kindly ask that guests&nbsp;do not bring any books from home, as we are unable to accommodate personalizations or additional signing at this event.&nbsp;A photographer will be on hand during the meet-and-greet to capture your photo with the author! EVENT DETAILS<ul><li>8:45pm: Signatures, Snapping Pics, and Salutations&nbsp;– Grab your pre-signed book, line up and get excited to meet Tessa!</li><li>10:00pm: Event Wraps Up&nbsp;– Thanks for joining us!</li></ul>Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon!&nbsp;If the event sells out, you can join the eventbrite waitlist by selecting “Reserve a spot” followed by “Join Waitlist”. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer it to the next person. ACCESSIBILITY The book signing line will begin at our side entrance (on the right side of the building), which is fully wheelchair accessible and includes a ramp. If you have mobility needs and would feel more comfortable arriving early, we’d love to accommodate you! Just send us a note at events@lovestruckbooks.com, and we’ll be happy to make arrangements to ensure everything goes smoothly. We’re always working to make our events as welcoming and accessible as possible, so if you have questions, need support, or want to share feedback, we’d love to hear from you. BOOK PICKUP POLICY If you purchased a book with your event ticket but can’t make it to the event—and don’t request a refund—we’ll happily hold your book for pickup for&nbsp;up to 30 days&nbsp;after the event date. We’ll be in touch via the email you provided at checkout to help coordinate pickup. After 30 days, if we haven’t heard from you or made other arrangements, we’ll consider the book&nbsp;abandoned property&nbsp;and may donate it or return it to inventory so it can find a new home. Thanks so much for your understanding and for supporting our events—we love doing this with you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1170817627%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251112-200809?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=0554fa157523dad8a2ff164a46e05bf0"> ABOUT THE AUTHOR #1 New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey can solve all problems except for her own, so she focuses those efforts on stubborn, fictional blue-collar men and loyal, lovable heroines. She lives on Long Island avoiding the sun and social interactions, then wonders why no one has called. Dubbed the “Michelangelo of dirty talk,” by Entertainment Weekly, Tessa writes with spice, spirit, swoon and a guaranteed happily ever after. ABOUT&nbsp;CATCH HER IF YOU CAN #1 New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey is back with an all-new marriage of convenience, friends-to-lovers sports romance about a baseball catcher and the burlesque club owner he can’t get out of his head. Madden Donahue, the newest catcher for the Yankees, has been in love with Eve Mitchell since high school, but for some mysterious reason, the burlesque club owner always turns him down. That never stopped him from being her self-appointed protector. Case in point, now that Eve’s sister has left Eve with her two children indefinitely, Madden steps in with a proposition—marry him for the much needed health benefits. Eve has secretly harbored feelings for Madden all along, but there’s one problem—her best friend Skylar called dibs on him when they were fourteen. Eve has always put their friendship above all else, and she’s not willing to risk losing Skylar over a man. Raised by the local strip club owner, Eve is woefully short on friends and treasures the ones she has. But with Skylar happily paired off, Eve finds herself accepting Madden’s proposal—on the condition that their marriage remains strictly private. She’s not about to let her unique profession and maligned reputation destroy Madden’s shiny new career. Madden won’t let Eve get away that easily, though. What starts as a marriage of convenience soon ignites into something much hotter, and now it’s up to Madden to convince Eve that their connection is far more than a business arrangement. As the passion builds, can their fake marriage become the real deal?

Celebrate one year of Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe with all-day fun Friday through Sunday + ticketed romance events on select evenings! Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe is turning ONE—and we’re ready to party with you!&nbsp;💘 <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1173075602%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251216-182016?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=5e42fc862703ded7bfd57efad83ac938"> We’re celebrating our very first anniversary with a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/1-year-anniversary-celebrations-4794930">swoon-worthy lineup</a>&nbsp;of bookish fun and exclusive offers from 11 am to 4 pm, Friday through Sunday, PLUS ticketed romance author events on select evenings!&nbsp;Here’s a little teaser of what’s in store for Saturday's daytime celebration: All Day, 10am - 5pm:<ul><li>🌀Temporary Tattoos</li><li>Get marked (temporarily). Your skin is a blank page.</li><li>💘&nbsp;Limited Edition&nbsp;Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe&nbsp;Anniversary Merch</li><li>On sale for our Lovestruck super fans!</li><li>☕️&nbsp;George Howell Coffee</li><li>Sample sips of their signature roasts.</li></ul>11am - 4pm:<ul><li>🌸&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecreativenestma/">Creative Nest</a>&nbsp;Bookmark Bar</li><li>Save your page in style by crafting your own unique metal bookmark featuring beads and charms inspired by Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe and George Howell Coffee. Package it up in a specialty gift box made to look like a book, a cute keepsake for your nightstand or bookshelf. |&nbsp;$8 per bookmark, available for purchase during the event.</li></ul>12 - 4pm:<ul><li>🧵Chain Stitching by&nbsp;<a href="https://keeperma.com/">KEEPER</a></li><li>Live embroidery of your first name or initials! |&nbsp;Free with the purchase of a Limited Edition Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe One Year tote bag!</li></ul>1pm - 4pm:<ul><li>✍🏽&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cass.paints/?hl=en">Cass Paints</a>&nbsp;Portraits</li><li>Mini portraits drawn live just for you. | |&nbsp;$5 per portrait, available for purchase during the event.</li></ul><img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1171507613%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251121-171125?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=79dd292a4db2ecddb7cbb37bb8f76880"> 💌 Swing by our postcard station to pen a note to your crush, bestie, or anyone you love!&nbsp;|&nbsp;Limited edition Lovestruck postcard included with any purchase in-store during the event. Let’s get this party started—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! ❤️ Tickets: Entry is free, but please RSVP on Eventbrite to reserve your spot. Activities are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Dress warmly, there may be a wait to enter the store! ACCESSIBILITY If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp. Guests who would benefit from any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at events@lovestruckbooks.com. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1173075624%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251216-182034?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=d3fec93ac2c3c03e9d010326d5106ece"> ABOUT THE CREATIVE NEST The Creative Nest is a Boston-based pop-up craft bar founded by Tiffany, a lifelong explorer of creative hobbies. Inspired by hands-on experiences from fake food workshops in Japan to leather crafting in Taiwan, Tiffany created The Creative Nest as a fun, low-pressure space for people to try something new. Featuring interactive stations, The Creative Nest brings DIY joy to parties, markets, and events — no experience required, just a love for getting a little crafty. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1161784463%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251024-165354?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=3a7ba81d622b2a24897c890ff1714344"> ABOUT KEEPER A full service old-school style embroidery shop and an event studio specializing in garment customization. The union of Boston based chainstitchers, Amelia Fitch and Sam Lee, use vintage hand-guided chainstitch machines to decorate garments, accessories and more. They teamed up in 2024 to the store at Somerville's Bow Market, and create a unique offering for live customization events in and beyond the Boston area. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1171010111%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251114-225142?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=531598b464bb006f6f306ade6ab3056b"> ABOUT THE ARTIST: CASS PAINTS Cassandra sells stickers, prints, and originals of artworks inspired by her Taiwanese-American heritage and pop culture. Her pieces are inspired by pop art, surrealism, and anime. Cassandra’s most popular design is sushi cat, combining two things she loves, kitties and sushi. She can often be found in the Boston Commons doing portraits, or selling her work at local markets! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1171507620%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251121-171132?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=acae3a39346e5dbb813ac550566156bd">

One Year Anniversary Party: Step Into a Romance Novel

We’re Bringing The Romance Novel Alive to Honor Our 1 Year Anniversary. Photo Opps, Custom Treats, and More Bookish Fun Await! Can you believe it’s already been a year of swoons, stories, and happily-ever-afters at Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe? In honor of this Lovestruck landmark we’re bringing the romance novel alive and inviting you to step into the story! After an <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/1-year-anniversary-celebrations-4794930">all day celebration</a>, we’re closing down for a private party where the store will be transformed into your very own romance novel. Join us in celebrating our very first anniversary and step into the story! We have a swoon-worthy lineup of activities to look forward to. Here’s a little teaser of what’s in store for Saturday’s evening celebration: ❤️‍🔥 Romance Cover Photobooth Strike a pose, you’re the main character in this story! This photo op is designed to look like the cover of a novel, complete with props and models to bring the romance fantasy to life. Choose from the following genre styles, and feel free to dress on theme for the evening to match your cover of choice: historical, romantasy, contemporary, western, sports, and sports romance. 🍸 Custom Cocktails Raise your glass to one year of wonder! 🎧 Live DJ Hit the dancefloor, the DJs spinning the soundtrack to our celebration. 🎂 Custom Cake Three cheers for three tiers! 📚 And more bookish fun! EVENT DETAILS<ul><li>6:45pm: Doors Open – Check in at the entrance and get ready to swoon!</li><li>7:00pm: The Parties in Full Swing – Step into a romance novel as you enter the store. Dive into all of the fun we have planned for you.</li><li>9:30pm: Last call - Grab your final pour from the wine bar.</li><li>10:00pm: The Party Wraps Up – Thanks for joining us!</li></ul>Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon! If the event sells out, you can join the eventbrite waitlist by selecting “Reserve a spot” followed by “Join Waitlist”. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer it to the next person. ACCESSIBILITY If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp. Guests who would benefit from any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at <a href="mailto:events@lovestruckbooks.com">events@lovestruckbooks.com</a>. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you!

❤️ Tickets: Entry is free, but please RSVP on Eventbrite to reserve your spot. Celebrate one year of Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe with all-day fun Friday through Sunday + ticketed romance events on select evenings! Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe is turning ONE—and we’re ready to party with you!&nbsp;💘 <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1173075575%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251216-182006?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=3e9b01b9538762ef6e4381d1758ab577"> We’re celebrating our very first anniversary with a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/1-year-anniversary-celebrations-4794930">swoon-worthy lineup&nbsp;</a>of bookish fun and exclusive offers from 11 am to 4 pm, Friday through Sunday, PLUS ticketed romance author events on select evenings!&nbsp;Here’s a little teaser of what’s in store for Sunday's daytime celebration: All Day, 10 am - 5 pm:<ul><li>🌀Temporary Tattoos</li><li>Get marked (temporarily). Your skin is a blank page</li><li>💘&nbsp;Limited Edition&nbsp;Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe&nbsp;Anniversary Merch</li><li>On sale for our Lovestruck super fans!</li><li>☕️&nbsp;George Howell Coffee</li><li>Sample sips of their signature roasts.</li><li>📚 Meet the Authors</li><li>Surprise local authors in-store, sharing their favorite local book picks.</li></ul>11am - 2pm:<ul><li>✨&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/sparkbysimone/?hl=en">Spark by Simone</a>&nbsp;Permanent Jewelry</li><li>Add a little sparkle to your day. |&nbsp;Prices vary, available to purchase directly from Spark during the event.</li></ul>12 - 4pm:<ul><li>🧵Chain Stitching by&nbsp;<a href="https://keeperma.com/">KEEPER</a></li><li>Live embroidery of your first name or initials! |&nbsp;Free with the purchase of a Limited Edition Lovestruck Books &amp; Cafe One Year tote bag!</li></ul>1 - 3 pm:<ul><li>📚&nbsp;Pop-Up Poetry with&nbsp;<a href="https://ikhon.net/">Iman Khondker</a></li><li>Share a moment with Iman, and leave with a poem written just for you. |&nbsp;$15 per poem, available for purchase during the event.</li></ul><img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1171507771%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251121-171348?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=485a73e1380490ad561046da11ba6674"> 💌 Swing by our postcard station to pen a note to your crush, bestie, or anyone you love!&nbsp;|&nbsp;Limited edition Lovestruck postcard included with any purchase in-store during the event. ﻿ Let’s get this party started—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! Activities are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Dress warmly, there may be a wait to enter the store! ACCESSIBILITY If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp. Guests who would benefit from any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at events@lovestruckbooks.com. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1171010743%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251114-230506?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=a8259b43be03af8fdc278236264716ca"> ABOUT SPARK BY SIMONE Spark is driven by the desire to make everyday moments feel extraordinary.&nbsp;We believe true beauty lies in the details — and that a life you love is built not just through milestones, but through the magic of the everyday. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1161784463%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251024-165354?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=3a7ba81d622b2a24897c890ff1714344"> ABOUT KEEPER A full service old-school style embroidery shop and an event studio specializing in garment customization. The union of Boston based chainstitchers, Amelia Fitch and Sam Lee, use vintage hand-guided chainstitch machines to decorate garments, accessories and more. They teamed up in 2024 to the store at Somerville's Bow Market, and create a unique offering for live customization events in and beyond the Boston area. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1141959433%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251001-224704?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=1fad79d30575424f7a0d73bc0082f770"> ABOUT THE POET: IMAN KHONDKER Iman is a Bangladeshi American poet who has been writing custom typewriter poems at weddings, parties, and events since 2017. With a background in spoken word and a passion for turning emotions into tangible keepsakes, Iman creates moments of genuine connection—where guests often laugh, cry, and leave with a poem they’ll treasure. A multidisciplinary artist and chef, Iman recently relocated from Brooklyn to Boston and brings a handmade, heartfelt touch to every event. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1141964093%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251001-225211?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=d21e4fad82f97af50f34fcd71c5258a4">

A Practical Guide to Dating a Demon Debut with Hannah Reynolds

A conversation with Julie C. Dao celebrating Hannah Reynolds’ latest release Join us in celebrating the devilishly delightful&nbsp;<a href="https://lovestruckbooks.com/item/p5lAnqxqGBTtkqFlpllv2w">A Practical Guide to Dating a Demon</a>&nbsp;by&nbsp;Hannah Reynolds. In conversation with award-winning author Julie C. Dao, Hannah will pull back the curtain on the writing of this cozy, whimsical YA romantasy—where a student finds herself accidentally betrothed to a demon with ties to the magical irregularities plaguing her city. Discover how Hannah built a world filled with complex magical systems, and indulge in some of our favorite tropes: fake dating, academic intrigue, magical peril, end-of-the-world stakes, and slow-burn supernatural romance. Afterwards, get excited for the signing portion of the evening! Meet the author and take home a signed copy of&nbsp;A Practical Guide to Dating a Demon,&nbsp;included with the price of your ticket. EVENT DETAILS<ul><li>6:00 PM: Doors Open&nbsp;– Settle in and get ready for a great discussion!</li><li>6:30 PM: Discussion Begins&nbsp;–&nbsp;Hannah&nbsp;and&nbsp;Julie&nbsp;will dive into&nbsp;A Practical Guide to Dating a Demon.</li><li>7:15 PM: Q&amp;A Session&nbsp;– Your chance to ask the author anything!</li><li>7:30 PM: Signatures, Snapping Pics, and Salutations&nbsp;– Meet the author,&nbsp;get your book signed, and snap a photo.</li><li>8:30 PM: Event Wraps Up&nbsp;– Thanks for joining us!</li></ul>Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon!&nbsp;If the event sells out, you can join the eventbrite waitlist by selecting “Reserve a spot” followed by “Join Waitlist”. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer it to the next person. ACCESSIBILITY Check-in will take place at our front entrance on Brattle Street. If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp. Guests who would benefit from priority seating or any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at events@lovestruckbooks.com. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! BOOK PICKUP POLICY If you purchased a book with your event ticket but can’t make it to the event—and don’t request a refund—we’ll happily hold your book for pickup for&nbsp;up to 30 days&nbsp;after the event date. We’ll be in touch via the email you provided at checkout to help coordinate pickup. After 30 days, if we haven’t heard from you or made other arrangements, we’ll consider the book&nbsp;abandoned property&nbsp;and may donate it or return it to inventory so it can find a new home. Thanks so much for your understanding and for supporting our events—we love doing this with you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1173682851%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251229-235824?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=bada62799eed802bf8a2aa0972a7410c"> ABOUT THE AUTHOR Hannah Reynolds is the two-time Sydney Taylor Honor author of young adult romantic comedies. She grew up outside of Boston, where she spent most of her childhood and teenage years recommending books to friends, working at a bookstore, and making chocolate desserts. She received her BA in Creative Writing and Archaeology from Ithaca College, which meant she never needed to stop telling romantic stories or playing in the dirt. She lives in Cambridge. ABOUT&nbsp;A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO DATING A DEMON A student finds herself accidentally betrothed to a demon—and investigating his connection to the magical irregularities plaguing her city—in this cozy, whimsical YA romantasy. As a scholarship student at the magical Lyceum, Naomi would rather focus on deciphering ancient scrolls than dating. Especially since the only boys asking her out are less interested in a night in Naomi’s company than an introduction to her influential aunt. So Naomi devises an excuse to turn down her persistent suitors: She claims to be betrothed to a demon. Her story works perfectly. Until she arrives home one night and finds the demon Daziel lounging in her rooms, insisting he’s her betrothed. Naomi knows he’s lying—after all, the betrothal was never real—but the gorgeous and infuriating demon is surprisingly resistant to her banishing spells. And with his penchant for baking and home décor, it’s not so bad having him around. Besides, she has other worries—like the ancient scroll she’s trying to translate, and the way the city’s magic has become suddenly unstable. But the more Naomi learns about the scroll, and the more she gets to know Daziel, the more it seems like she might be at the center of something bigger than she could have imagined. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1173682894%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251229-235927?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=056d24fa5bd177819743c315258f4174"> ABOUT THE CONVERSATION PARTNER Julie C. Dao is the award-winning author of many books from Disney, Macmillan, Penguin Random House, and more. Her novels have earned starred reviews from Booklist, School Library Journal, and Publishers Weekly, and her ""Rise of the Empress"" books are being made into a major television series at Amazon MGM Studios. A proud Vietnamese-American who was born in upstate New York, she now lives in New England.

Lovestruck Books 

Release Bash for One & Only with Maurene Goo

In conversation with Katie Cotugno, Maurene will celebrate the new release featuring a matchmaker’s battles between fate and chance! Join&nbsp;Maurene Goo,&nbsp;the author of YA&nbsp;Reese Pick Throwback,&nbsp;to celebrate the release of her adult debut,&nbsp;<a href="https://lovestruckbooks.com/item/uFul1NHY3vB9VSuxHW2D7Q">One and Only</a>!&nbsp;Alongside author&nbsp;Katie Cotugno, Maurene will dive into&nbsp;One and Only, a funny and fresh love story of a woman thrown a curveball by fate, and the family secret that will make her question everything. Peek behind the curtain on Maurene’s signature blend of humor, heart and bingeable romance with some bonus sexy scenes, meet the author, and walk away with your very own signed, hardcover copy of&nbsp;One and Only. In the interest of time, Maurene will sign with one personalization per attendee. EVENT DETAILS<ul><li>6:30 PM: Doors Open&nbsp;– Settle in, grab a drink from our cafe and wine bar, and get ready for a great discussion!</li><li>7:00 PM: Discussion Begins&nbsp;–&nbsp;Maurene&nbsp;and&nbsp;Katie&nbsp;will dive into&nbsp;One and Only.</li><li>7:45 PM: Q&amp;A Session&nbsp;– Your chance to ask the author anything!</li><li>8:00 PM: Signatures, Snapping Pics, and Salutations&nbsp;– Meet the author,&nbsp;get your book signed, and snap a photo.</li><li>8:30 PM:&nbsp;Last call&nbsp;- Grab your final pour from the wine bar.</li><li>9:00 PM: Event Wraps Up&nbsp;– Thanks for joining us!</li></ul>Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon!&nbsp;If the event sells out, you can join the Eventbrite waitlist by selecting “Reserve a spot” followed by “Join Waitlist”. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer it to the next person. ACCESSIBILITY Check-in will take place at our front entrance on Brattle Street. If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp. Guests who would benefit from priority seating or any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at events@lovestruckbooks.com. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! BOOK PICKUP POLICY If you purchased a book with your event ticket but can’t make it to the event—and don’t request a refund—we’ll happily hold your book for pickup for&nbsp;up to 30 days&nbsp;after the event date. We’ll be in touch via the email you provided at checkout to help coordinate pickup. After 30 days, if we haven’t heard from you or made other arrangements, we’ll consider the book&nbsp;abandoned property&nbsp;and may donate it or return it to inventory so it can find a new home. Thanks so much for your understanding and for supporting our events—we love doing this with you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1173719304%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251230-180527?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=7b32331add39a08c4e94018e1cd19a60"> ABOUT THE AUTHOR Maurene Goo is the author of several acclaimed and award-winning books for young adults, including I Believe in a Thing Called Love and Throwback, which was a Reese Book Club YA winter pick. Several of her young adult novels are in development for film, and her books have been translated into twelve languages. She also writes for screen, games, and comics. She writes and lives in Los Angeles, with her husband, son, and two cats. One &amp; Only is her adult debut. ABOUT&nbsp;ONE AND ONLY Cassia Park believes in soul mates. Fated love stories. It’s her family business, after all—for centuries, from Korea to Los Angeles, Park women have peered into clients’ past lives to find their one true love, their fated. This magical secret is why One &amp; Only Matchmaking has a 100% guarantee…for everyone but Cassia. For ten years, Cass has been searching for her fated, a man named Daniel Nam. But he’s still nowhere to be found. And so, on the eve of her 40th birthday, Cass decides to do something for herself. She impulsively has a fling with Ellis. He’s twenty-eight, indecently handsome, and not destined to be the love of her life. But she’s surprised by their connection and their fling feels like something more—up to the moment he introduces her to his boss…Daniel Nam. As she battles between fate and chance, head and heart, a family secret is revealed that will make her question everything she’s ever known. Cassia will have to decide if she’ll follow her fate…or make her own. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1173719319%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251230-180545?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=1a186de062e317002393e7e4a9dba8c8"> ABOUT THE CONVERSATION PARTNER Katie Cotugno is the author of more than a dozen books for readers of all ages. She is also the co-author, with Candace Bushnell, of Rules for Being a Girl. Her books have been honored by the Junior Library Guild, the Bank Street Children’s Book Committee, and the Kentucky Association of School Librarians, among others, and translated into more than fifteen languages. Katie is a Pushcart Prize nominee whose work has appeared in The Iowa Review, The Mississippi Review, and Argestes, as well as many other literary magazines. She studied Writing, Literature and Publishing at Emerson College and received her MFA in Fiction at Lesley University. She lives in Boston with her family.

Joint Book Bash with Julia Connors and Victoria Wilder!

Hockey heat meets bourbon-soaked secrets at Lovestruck in this dual celebration of PENALTY PLAY and BOURBON &amp; LIES releases. Join us at Lovestruck Books for a flirty, feel-good Joint Book Bash with romance favorites&nbsp;Julia Connors&nbsp;and&nbsp;Victoria Wilder&nbsp;as we celebrate&nbsp;<a href="https://lovestruckbooks.com/item/iXXA6q7DTusWxwx32JBuCQ">Penalty Play</a>&nbsp;and the deluxe release of&nbsp;<a href="https://lovestruckbooks.com/item/-Az7-_ID4T9Sn-9KJ8QR5A">Bourbon &amp; Lies</a>. Expect witty banter, irresistible chemistry, and behind-the-scenes tea on hockey heartthrobs, small-town secrets, and the kind of love that breaks all the rules. Grab a drink from our cafe and wine bar, settle in for an author chat and Q&amp;A, then stick around for salutations and signed books! Please note: in the interest of time, we’ll be limiting one personalization per author per attendee. EVENT DETAILS<ul><li>6:30 PM: Doors Open&nbsp;– Settle in, grab a drink from our cafe and wine bar, and get ready for a great discussion!</li><li>7:00 PM: Discussion Begins&nbsp;–&nbsp;Julia&nbsp;and&nbsp;Victoria&nbsp;will dive into&nbsp;Penalty Play&nbsp;and&nbsp;Bourbon &amp; Lies.</li><li>7:45 PM: Q&amp;A Session&nbsp;– Your chance to ask the authors anything!</li><li>8:00 PM: Signatures, Snapping Pics, and Salutations&nbsp;– Meet the authors,&nbsp;get your book signed, and snap a photo.</li><li>8:30 PM:&nbsp;Last call&nbsp;- Grab your final pour from the wine bar.</li><li>9:00 PM: Event Wraps Up&nbsp;– Thanks for joining us!</li></ul>Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon!&nbsp;If the event sells out, you can join the Eventbrite waitlist by selecting “Reserve a spot” followed by “Join Waitlist”. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer it to the next person. ACCESSIBILITY Check-in will take place at our front entrance on Brattle Street. If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp. Guests who would benefit from priority seating or any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at events@lovestruckbooks.com. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! BOOK PICKUP POLICY If you purchased a book with your event ticket but can’t make it to the event—and don’t request a refund—we’ll happily hold your book for pickup for&nbsp;up to 30 days&nbsp;after the event date. We’ll be in touch via the email you provided at checkout to help coordinate pickup. After 30 days, if we haven’t heard from you or made other arrangements, we’ll consider the book&nbsp;abandoned property&nbsp;and may donate it or return it to inventory so it can find a new home. Thanks so much for your understanding and for supporting our events—we love doing this with you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1174052659%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20260105-224455?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=93257055e10bdd6793e21aa73e621647"> ABOUT THE AUTHOR Julia Connors grew up in warm and sunny California, but her first decision as an adult was to trade her flip-flops for snow boots and move to Boston. She’s been enjoying everything New England has to offer ever since, and now that she’s acclimated to the snowy winters and finally found all the best places to get good sushi and tacos, she has zero regrets. You can usually find her on her treadmill at her desk, getting lost in fictional worlds involving hot athletes and the sassy women they fall hard for. When she stops writing she’s most likely to be found outdoors, preferably with a pair of skis or snowshoes strapped to her feet in winter, or at the lake or ocean in the summer. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1174052724%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20260105-224543?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=b19094007eda5bee77956c2fadc98099"> ABOUT THE AUTHOR Victoria Wilder is a contemporary romance author, which really means that she writes stories about falling in love and all of the messy, flirty, and sexy things that follow. She is an east coast girl, based in Connecticut. Which means she is always chasing the next season. Victoria is living a chaotic and big life with her husband, two kids and dog/3rd-kid, Linus. She believes in the power of a great story, and that love and romance are at the core of all the BEST ones!

HEIR OF ILLUSION Book Launch with Madeline Taylor 

We’re bringing HEIR OF ILLUSION, a buzzy dark romantasy to the bookstore! Join us in welcoming&nbsp;Madeline Taylor&nbsp;to celebrate her debut romantasy,&nbsp;<a href="https://lovestruckbooks.com/item/vZsE44oxTHPvI9LvWUtYVQ">Heir of Illusion</a>! ﻿ Hear from Madeline as she breaks down the story lavish with serpentine shadow magic and twisty court intrigue.&nbsp;Heir of Illusion&nbsp;follows Ivy, a fae assassin with the power of illusion, as she develops a tenuous alliance with a dangerous and alluring reaper in an attempt to escape the clutches of the King who controls her. Originally self-published in March 2025,&nbsp;Heir of Illusion&nbsp;has exploded onto the romantasy scene and we can’t wait to gather with Madeline to celebrate her success! Your purchase includes your very own copy of&nbsp;Heir of Illusion&nbsp;which Madline will sign during the meet and greet portion of the evening. The stunning first edition hardcover will feature sprayed edges, designed endpapers, a custom-stamped case, and a premium dust jacket with metallic shine. EVENT DETAILS<ul><li>6:30 PM: Doors Open&nbsp;– Settle in, grab a drink from our cafe and wine bar, and get ready for a great discussion!</li><li>7:00 PM: Discussion Begins&nbsp;–&nbsp;Madeline&nbsp;will dive into&nbsp;Heir of Illusion.</li><li>7:45 PM: Q&amp;A Session&nbsp;– Your chance to ask the author anything!</li><li>8:00 PM: Signatures, Snapping Pics, and Salutations&nbsp;– Meet the author,&nbsp;get your book signed, and snap a photo.</li><li>8:30 PM:&nbsp;Last call&nbsp;- Grab your final pour from the wine bar.</li><li>9:00 PM: The Evening Wraps Up&nbsp;– Thanks for joining us!</li></ul>Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon!&nbsp;If the event sells out, you can join the Eventbrite waitlist by selecting “Reserve a spot” followed by “Join Waitlist”. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer it to the next person. ACCESSIBILITY Check-in will take place at our front entrance on Brattle Street. If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp. Guests who would benefit from priority seating or any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at events@lovestruckbooks.com. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! BOOK PICKUP POLICY If you purchased a book with your event ticket but can’t make it to the event—and don’t request a refund—we’ll happily hold your book for pickup for&nbsp;up to 30 days&nbsp;after the event date. We’ll be in touch via the email you provided at checkout to help coordinate pickup. After 30 days, if we haven’t heard from you or made other arrangements, we’ll consider the book&nbsp;abandoned property&nbsp;and may donate it or return it to inventory so it can find a new home. Thanks so much for your understanding and for supporting our events—we love doing this with you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1173011380%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251215-205513?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=9cb03a89818f530f90ce342410742442"> ABOUT MADELINE TAYLOR Madeline Taylor is a fantasy romance author with a degree in English Literature and Creative Writing. She loves to escape reality whenever possible, so reading and writing are great outlets for her. Her other notable hobbies include maladaptive daydreaming, listening to Taylor Swift, and being bossed around by a senile pug. She currently resides in Arkansas. ABOUT&nbsp;HEIR OF ILLUSION A fae assassin with the power of illusion, sworn to a king she despises. An enigmatic grim reaper, searching for freedom. Enemies collide in an unlikely alliance, brimming with desire and destruction. The stunning first edition hardcover will feature sprayed edges, designed endpapers, a custom-stamped case, and a premium dust jacket with metallic shine—while supplies last! She is not the pet they tamed. Blessed with the power of illusion, Iverson Pomeroy has many tricks up her sleeve. However, none of them are a match for the enchanted collar at her throat that keeps her bound as assassin and mistress to a ruthless king. Forced to play the role of his obedient pet, she plots in secret to destroy him and claim the freedom she has always been denied.&nbsp; She is the beast they let inside. When a mysterious reaper, Thorne, arrives in the city with his sights set on the same weapon Ivy needs—the only artifact that can remove her collar—she must decide how far she’s willing to go.&nbsp;&nbsp; And she will show no mercy. With a tenuous alliance tying them together, Ivy learns there is more to her reluctant companion than meets the eye... He sparks her curiosity and ignites dangerous desires within her. But will the secrets they harbor destroy each other? And does it even matter, when anyone who so much as touches Thorne dies?&nbsp; Tropes: Enemies to lovers / shadow daddy / female assassin / who did this to you / unlikely alliance / he falls first / banter / touch her and die / slow burn / morally gray MMC

Jane Austen Book Club: Most Ardently by Gabe Cole Novoa

A modern remix of one of the most famous and beloved writers in English literature. Come for the books, stay for the community with Lovestruck Books and Cafe’s Jane Austen Book Club! December 16, 2025 marks the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth and we’ll be celebrating her all throughout the month! In honor of the literary icon herself, we’ll be reading Most Ardently by Gabe Cole Novoa, a heartwrenching YA reimagining of Pride &amp; Prejudice. Join us for an exciting discussion on how Gabe reinterprets Jane's wit and social observations. We'll explore his unique approach, applying a modern cultural lens that highlights marginalized backgrounds. To ensure the best discussion, we encourage everyone to read the full book before our meet-up. 🎟️ Already Have the Book? Sign-up for the $5 "Book Club Entry" ticket option and plan to bring your own copy. 🎟️ + 📚 Want to Purchase the Book? Purchase a hard copy of the book via the “Book Club Entry + Copy of Book” ticket. Please Note: You will need to pick up your book from the bookstore to read before the event. Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon! If the event sells out, you can join the waitlist. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer them to the next person. See you there! ACCESSIBILITY Check-in will take place at our front entrance on Brattle Street. If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp. Guests who would benefit from priority seating or any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at <a href="mailto:events@lovestruckbooks.com">events@lovestruckbooks.com</a>. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! BOOK PICKUP POLICY If you purchased a book with your event ticket but can’t make it to the event—and don’t request a refund—we’ll happily hold your book for pickup for up to 30 days after the event date. We’ll be in touch via the email you provided at checkout to help coordinate pickup. After 30 days, if we haven’t heard from you or made other arrangements, we’ll consider the book abandoned property and may donate it or return it to inventory so it can find a new home. Thanks so much for your understanding and for supporting our events—we love doing this with you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1169264723%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251103-180154?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=2144d9e0453cf2dd58dca9616d7ef039"> ABOUT MOST ARDENTLY A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER | A STONEWALL HONOR BOOK A trans boy searches for a future—and a romance—in which he can live and love openly as himself in this heartwrenching YA reimagining of Pride &amp; Prejudice, perfect for fans of Bridgerton and Gwen and Art Are Not in Love. London, 1812. Oliver Bennet feels trapped. Not just by the endless corsets, petticoats and skirts he's forced to wear on a daily basis, but also by society's expectations. The world—and the vast majority of his family and friends—think Oliver is a girl named Elizabeth. He is therefore expected to mingle at balls wearing a pretty dress, entertain suitors regardless of his interest in them, and ultimately become someone's wife. But Oliver can't bear the thought of such a fate. He finds solace in the few times he can sneak out of his family's home and explore the city rightfully dressed as a young gentleman. It's during one such excursion when Oliver becomes acquainted with Darcy, a sulky young man who had been rude to "Elizabeth" at a recent social function. But in the comfort of being out of the public eye, Oliver comes to find that Darcy is actually a sweet, intelligent boy with a warm heart. And not to mention incredibly attractive. As Oliver is able to spend more time as his true self, often with Darcy, part of him dares begin to hope that his dream of love and life as a man could be possible. But suitors are growing bolder—and even threatening—and his mother is growing more desperate to see him settled into an engagement. Oliver will have to choose: Settle for safety, security, and a life of pretending to be something he's not, or risk it all for a slim chance at freedom, love, and a life that can be truly, honestly his own. This bittersweet Pride &amp; Prejudice remix follows a trans boy yearning for the freedom to live openly, centering queerness in a well-known story of longing and subverting society’s patriarchal and cis-heteronormative expectations. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Gabe Cole Novoa (he/him) is a Latinx transmasculine author who writes speculative fiction featuring marginalized characters grappling with identity. Now leveled up with an MFA in Writing for Children, when he isn't being nerdy at his day job, or buried under his TBR pile, you’ll likely find him making heart-eyes at the latest snazzy outfit he wants to add to his wardrobe. Gabe is the author of the New York Times bestseller Most Ardently: A Pride &amp; Prejudice Remix, The Wicked Bargain, The Diablo's Curse, and the Beyond the Red trilogy, written under a former pseudonym.

Levain Bakery Book Bash with Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald

From the Founders of One of Boston’s Most Beloved Bakeries, Levain Bakery: A Story of Friendship, Community, and Cookies Join us for the Levain Bakery Book Bash with bakery founders Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald, a special event celebrating the release of Levain: A Story of Friendship, Community, and Cookies. Hear the story behind one of Boston’s most beloved bakeries as they share the inspiring story behind their world-famous six-ounce cookies and the friendship that started it all. Pam and Connie will discuss their journey from triathletes to bakers, the early days of their cozy Upper West Side shop, and the growth of Levain into a national favorite. Guests will also enjoy a sweet treat—Pam and Connie are bringing their legendary cookies to share. Don’t miss this chance to meet the women behind the brand, hear their incredible story, and pick up a copy of their new book, with a portion of proceeds supporting Hot Bread Kitchen. Pam and Connie will be in conversation with owner and founder of Lovestruck Books and Cafe, Rachel Kanter and President of George Howell Company, Rebecca Fitzgerald. Your ticket includes a signed copy of Levain Bakery! EVENT DETAILS 6:30 PM: Doors Open Settle in, grab a drink from our cafe and wine bar, and get ready for a great discussion! 7:00 PM: Discussion Begins Pam, Connie, Rachel and Rebecca will dive into Levain Bakery. 7:45 PM: Q&amp;A Session Your chance to ask the authors anything! 8:00 PM: Signatures, Snapping Pics, and Salutations Meet the authors, get your book signed, and snap a photo. 8:30 PM: Last call Grab your final pour from the wine bar. 9:00 PM: Event Wraps Up Thanks for joining us! Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon! If the event sells out, you can join the waitlist. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer them to the next person. ACCESSIBILITY Check-in will take place at our front entrance on Brattle Street. If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp. Guests who would benefit from priority seating or any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at <a href="mailto:events@lovestruckbooks.com">events@lovestruckbooks.com</a>. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! BOOK PICKUP POLICY If you purchased a book with your event ticket but can’t make it to the event—and don’t request a refund—we’ll happily hold your book for pickup for up to 30 days after the event date. We’ll be in touch via the email you provided at checkout to help coordinate pickup. After 30 days, if we haven’t heard from you or made other arrangements, we’ll consider the book abandoned property and may donate it or return it to inventory so it can find a new home. Thanks so much for your understanding and for supporting our events—we love doing this with you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1150344213%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251010-202433?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=847b30c012262f13e428730b40822763"> ABOUT THE AUTHORS Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald created Levain Bakery in 1995, out of their passions for food, friendship and hard work. Competitive swimmers and triathletes, Pam and Connie passed their grueling workouts by engaging in passionate conversations about starting their own company and baking, which ultimately inspired them to leave their respective careers in fashion and finance. They opened a small bread shop in 1995, which they named Levain Bakery. From the beginning, Levain Bakery has been a comfortable and inviting presence in its Upper West Side neighborhood. Pam and Connie would split their days between baking and running the bakery and also training for races. While riding hundreds of miles and starved for extra calories, they developed a recipe for a decadent chocolate chip cookie, reminiscent of the cookies Pam’s mom made when she was a child (incidentally, they also fit perfectly in the back of their bike shirts). When the two decided to quietly start selling the cookies, they flew off the shelves. An icon was born. The cozy shop on West 74th Street quickly became a neighborhood favorite and a destination for epicurious travelers from around the world, hungry for the world-famous six-ounce cookies. 30 years later, Levain is often lauded as the home of the world’s best cookie. A modern heritage brand, Levain has 18 bakery locations and a bustling ecommerce gifting business. ABOUT LEVAIN BAKERY: A STORY OF FRIENDSHIP, COMMUNITY, AND COOKIES It’s amazing what a cookie can do. A really good cookie, that is. It can spark a romance, comfort in time of need, relay gratitude and smooth over a gaffe. It can even bring a community together. In short, a great cookie can be the start of an even greater story. To celebrate its 30th anniversary, this book brings together the stories of Levain Bakery in a beautifully designed, carefully curated book—filled with photographs, illustrations, and a selection of recipes. Founders and bakers Connie McDonald and Pam Weekes personally recount how Levain became the success it is today—from building a client list in Anthony Bourdain’s kitchen and later beating Bobby Flay in a chocolate chip cookie-off to becoming a bicoastal enterprise while retaining a small business’s dedication to community. The book will also share some classic Levain recipes: blueberry muffins, oatmeal raisin scones, and more. An homage to the bakery and the city where it originated, this book is the perfect gift for cookie fans, as well as a collectible souvenir from this iconic New York institution. 10% of the proceeds of this book will be donated to Hot Bread Kitchen, an organization committed to creating economic opportunity through culinary job skills training. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1165823303%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251029-201727?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=a8a06310afa4b457c30c21d500e3a143"> ABOUT THE CONVERSATION PARTNER Rachel Kanter is the owner and founder of Lovestruck Books and Cafe– the realization of her personal happily ever after. A lifelong lover of romance novels, she has curated a space that reflects her passion and celebrates the power of love and literature to bring people together. Rachel lives in Cambridge with her husband and young family. In her spare time, she enjoys reading romance novels, baking and eating snacks, singing showtunes, and stealing the occasional nap. Her favorite romance trope is Enemies to Lovers. <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1150344443%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251010-202444?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=80b59b81f7d996d1cbb22609b58fc16e"> ABOUT THE CONVERSATION PARTNER Rebecca Fitzgerald is the President of George Howell Company.

'The Happiness Collector' Book Launch with Crystal King 

Celebrating a spellbinding tale set in Italy by Crystal King in conversation with Julie Carrick Dalton. Let’s celebrate the launch of The Happiness Collector, the newest novel by acclaimed author Crystal King, in conversation with Julie Carrick Dalton. King, known for her lush historical fiction, makes a thrilling turn into contemporary fantasy with this spellbinding tale set in Italy, where a historian’s dream job becomes a perilous descent into a world ruled by gods and secrets. Immerse yourself in a discussion about myth, magic, and the mysteries of human joy as Crystal and Julie delve into the inspirations behind the book, the craft of storytelling, and the blurred lines between history and imagination. Don’t miss this chance to meet two powerhouse voices in modern fiction, get your copy signed, and celebrate the beauty, and danger, of chasing happiness. Copies of Julie’s recent release, The Last Beekeeper, will be available for purchase in store at the event! EVENT DETAILS 6:30 PM: Doors Open – Settle in, grab a drink from our cafe and wine bar, and get ready for a great discussion! 7:00 PM: Discussion Begins – Crystal and Julie will dive into The Happiness Collector. 7:45 PM: Q&amp;A Session – Your chance to ask the authors anything! 8:00 PM: Signatures, Snapping Pics, and Salutations – Meet the authors, get your book signed, and snap a photo. 8:30 PM: Last call - Grab your final pour from the wine bar. 9:00 PM: Event Wraps Up – Thanks for joining us! Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon! If the event sells out, you can join the waitlist. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer them to the next person. ACCESSIBILITY Check-in will take place at our front entrance on Brattle Street. If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp. Guests who would benefit from priority seating or any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at <a href="mailto:events@lovestruckbooks.com">events@lovestruckbooks.com</a>. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! BOOK PICKUP POLICY If you purchased a book with your event ticket but can’t make it to the event—and don’t request a refund—we’ll happily hold your book for pickup for up to 30 days after the event date. We’ll be in touch via the email you provided at checkout to help coordinate pickup. After 30 days, if we haven’t heard from you or made other arrangements, we’ll consider the book abandoned property and may donate it or return it to inventory so it can find a new home. Thanks so much for your understanding and for supporting our events—we love doing this with you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1166889153%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251030-224819?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=25d86ee1bead8b075e865dccfd15017d"> ABOUT THE AUTHOR CRYSTAL KING is the author of three critically acclaimed works of historical fiction. Her most recent, In the Garden of Monsters, was longlisted for a MassBook Award and her debut, Feast of Sorrow, was longlisted for the Center for Fiction’s First Novel Prize and named a “Must Read” by the Massachusetts Center for the Book. Crystal’s writing is fueled by a love of history and a passion for the food, language, and culture of Italy. You can find her at crystalking.com. ABOUT THE HAPPINESS COLLECTOR In this stunning contemporary fantasy novel for fans of V. E. Schwab and Kaliane Bradley, a historian’s dream job in Italy takes a dark turn when she discovers her employers aren’t exactly human… After losing her book deal and her academic position, historian Aida Reale needs a new career, and fast. After all, she and her fiancé, Graham, have a wedding to pay for. So when a friend recommends her for an extremely high-paying position at a company called MODA, it feels like the perfect stroke of luck. And with a move to Italy and a breathtaking palazzo included, how could she say no? Aside from a snooty assistant, a daunting NDA and some very stringent rules about the use of personal technology, working for MODA is a dream come true—at least at first. But the more research Aida conducts for this elusive company, the more things feel off. Not only does her relationship with Graham suffer, but it seems like every site she visits either vanishes or is struck by tragedy soon after she’s been there. It’s only after a mysterious woman approaches Aida and Luciano, her devastatingly handsome and equally concerned MODA colleague, that they learn the truth—they are just mortal pawns in a game between gods. Now Aida must find answers to the question she's been avoiding: What's really happening to all the happiness she's been collecting…and can she stop the gods’ plans before it’s too late? <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1166889703%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20251030-224906?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=fa4e2cba48f720ce6f89065752239928"> ABOUT THE CONVERSATION PARTNER Julie Carrick Dalton is the Boston-based author of The Last Beekeeper, a finalist for the Massachusetts Book Award, and Waiting for the Night Song, winner of the New Hampshire Book Award's People's Choice award for best novel. Her books have been noted on 'Most Anticipated' lists from Newsweek, USA Today, Parade, CNN, and others. Her writing has appeared in The Boston Globe, BusinessWeek, The Hollywood Reporter, Orion Magazine, Terrain, Lit Hub, Electric Literature, and other publications. A former organic farmer and beekeeper, Julie is a frequent speaker on the topic of fiction in the age of climate crisis at universities, museums, and conferences, nationally and internationally. She is a member of the core faculty at Drexel University's MFA program. Her third novel, The Forest Becomes Her, will be published by St. Martin's Press in 2026 and is available for pre-order now. ABOUT THE LAST BEEKEEPER A celebration of found family, an exploration of truth versus power, and the triumph of hope in the face of despair. It’s been more than a decade since the world has come undone, and Sasha Severn has returned to her childhood home with one goal in mind—find the mythic research her father, the infamous Last Beekeeper, hid before he was incarcerated. There, Sasha is confronted with a group of squatters who have claimed the quiet, idyllic farm as their own. While she initially feels threatened, the group soon becomes her newfound family, offering what she hasn't felt since her father was imprisoned: security and hope. Maybe it's time to forget the family secrets buried on the farm and focus on her future. But just as she settles into her new life, Sasha witnesses the impossible. She sees a honey bee, presumed extinct. People who claim to see bees are ridiculed and silenced for reasons Sasha doesn't understand, but she can't shake the feeling that this impossible bee is connected to her father's missing research. Fighting to uncover the truth could shatter Sasha's fragile security and threaten the lives of her newfound family—or it could save them all. Julie Carrick Dalton's The Last Beekeeper is a celebration of found family, an exploration of truth versus power, and the triumph of hope in the face of despair. It is a meditation on forgiveness and redemption and a reminder to cherish the beauty that still exists in this fragile world.

Good Spirits Release Celebration with B.K. Borison

Get ready for a night of laughs, love, and a little bit of ghostly charm! We're&nbsp;so&nbsp;excited to celebrate the release of&nbsp;Good Spirits&nbsp;with none other than&nbsp;B.K. Borison—live&nbsp;and in-person this fall! Since this event is shaping up to be bigger than our bookstore can hold, we’re taking it offsite to&nbsp;The First Parish Church in Cambridge. B.K. will be joined by fellow romance superstar&nbsp;Ashley Poston&nbsp;for a cozy, spirited conversation about B.K.’s latest swoonfest, followed by a Q&amp;A. Every ticket includes a&nbsp;pre-signed copy of&nbsp;Good Spirits, and you’ll have the chance to grab backlist titles from both authors on-site. Please do not bring titles from home. Bring your questions, bring your friends, and bring your love for haunted holiday romance—this is one bookish bash you don’t want to miss! Reminder: This is an off-site event at The First Parish Church in Cambridge EVENT DETAILS<ul><li>6:15 PM: Doors Open&nbsp;– Grab your book, get settled in and ready for the discussion!</li><li>7:00 PM: Discussion Begins&nbsp;–&nbsp;B.K.&nbsp;and&nbsp;Ashley&nbsp;will dive into&nbsp;Good Spirits</li><li>7:45 PM: Q&amp;A Session&nbsp;– Your chance to ask the authors your burning questions about their books!</li><li>8:00 PM:&nbsp;Photo line begins</li></ul>Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon!&nbsp;If the event sells out, you can join the waitlist. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer them to the next person. SIGNING INFO Your ticket includes a pre-signed copy of&nbsp;Good Spirits! We’ll also have pre-signed copies of Ashley's and B.K.'s books available for purchase at the event. There won’t be a live signing at this event so we kindly ask that&nbsp;you don’t bring books from home&nbsp;for B.K. or Ashley to sign—they won’t be able to accommodate additional items. Thanks for understanding! ACCESSIBILITY Guests who would benefit from priority seating or any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at events@lovestruckbooks.com. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported. We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! BOOK PICKUP POLICY If you purchased a book with your event ticket but can’t make it to the event—and don’t request a refund—we’ll happily hold your book for pickup for&nbsp;up to 6 months&nbsp;after the event date. We’ll be in touch via the email you provided at checkout to help coordinate pickup. After 6 months, if we haven’t heard from you or made other arrangements, we’ll consider the book&nbsp;abandoned property&nbsp;and may donate it or return it to inventory so it can find a new home. Thanks so much for your understanding and for supporting our events—we love doing this with you! <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1107053953%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20250827-213727?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=1a16c0b92deb9858945c97a77c0ed7df"> ABOUT&nbsp;B.K. BORISON B.K. Borison is the New York Times bestselling author of cozy, contemporary romances featuring emotionally vulnerable characters and swoon-worthy settings. When she’s not daydreaming about fictional characters doing fictional things, she’s at home with her family, more than likely buying books she doesn’t have room for. ABOUT&nbsp;GOOD SPIRITS He’s the Ghost of Christmas Past. She’s not exactly Scrooge. Ghost of Christmas Past Nolan Callahan intends to spend this holiday haunting like every other—get in, get out, return to his otherwise aimless existence as a ghost awaiting the afterlife. But when he’s faced with Harriet York, the sweetest assignment he’s ever had, he suddenly finds himself wishing for a future. Harriet York has no idea why she’s being haunted. She’s a good person—or, at least, she tries to be. A people pleaser to her core, she always does what’s expected of her. But as she and Nolan begin to examine her past, they discover there are threads that bind them together— and realize there might be more to moving on than expected. With the deadline of Christmas Eve fast approaching, will they find the key to their futures in each other’s pasts? Or will they stay firmly in the present, indulging in their unexpected, spirited connection? <img src="https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1107054673%2F2312721413293%2F1%2Foriginal.20250827-213831?h=740&amp;w=1200&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;q=75&amp;sharp=10&amp;s=3a48df1809dc6fba4cd5e172d6d7f441"> ABOUT THE CONVERSATION PARTNER Ashley Poston&nbsp;is the&nbsp;New York Times&nbsp;and&nbsp;USA Today&nbsp;best-selling author of&nbsp;The Dead Romantics, The Seven Year Slip,&nbsp;and&nbsp;A Novel Love Story.&nbsp;She has also written over half a dozen young adult novels. After graduating from the University of South Carolina with a BA in English, she pursued a career in the publishing industry where she helped design and implement marketing strategies for novels. Now, she writes full-time from her little grey house, and spoils her three cats. When not writing, she bides her time between South Carolina and New York, and all the bookstores between.

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