San diego author readings

After the Showcase ends in February, books will be shelved alphabetically by author last names in the Local Author Collection located in the Dickenson Popular Library on the first floor.

What happens to the books not included in the collection? During the registration process authors can choose whether they want their books returned to them or donated to the Friends of the Library where it may be sold to benefit the library.

For more information about the Local Author Program contact us at localauthor sandiego. For other events at the San Diego Public Library's Central Library and 35 branches, or to search for materials in the Library's catalog or to find links to numerous additional resources, please visit www. Skip to main content.

Public Library. Local Author Showcase. Short Story Contest Readings. Share-A-Story Readings. San Diego Decameron Project. Video Introduction. The Local Author Program highlights the intellectual and creative accomplishments of writers in the San Diego region and is presented for reading interest as well as the opportunity to highlight the diverse and abundant talent we have locally.

The Showcase includes books and eBooks written by adults, teens and children. Jennifer Gunsaullus, PhD, sociologist and sex coach, is a national speaker on intimacy, sexual consent, healthy relationships, erotic play, and mindful sex. She has presented two TEDx Talks. Living Inspired! Briggs does not believe that the standard definitions of the universe adds up. Michael Niotta Learn More Italian-Americans served bravely in WWII, representing the largest ethnic group in the fight, yet sadly, their relatives and loved ones stateside endured awful treatment.

They became enemy aliens. Writer-artist-musician, Dr. The L. Would you like to learn to have more self-mastery? Do you dream of actualizing your full potential and adding value to others' lives? Are you ready to take your life to the next level? Then this book is for you. Life coach Corrinn Davis will take you on a personal development adventure with these Useful Questions that will move you from self-awareness through self-regulation and self-mastery and finally into self-transcendence.

Why Do They Hate Us? Clears up misconceptions about Islam, counters Islamophobic political rhetoric, and points the way to friendship.

Crittenden Learn More Stories and photographs of the real dogs who work on the east side of the Sierra Nevada in California: cattle dogs, avalanche dogs, search and rescue, therapy, guard dogs, K-9, guide dogs, agility Author, speaker, and trainer, Lisa coaches individuals and facilitates classes, workshops, and seminars across the globe on public speaking and business communication.

Auroraden: Mars Chosen Ones Author: Andrew Armao Learn More Jake from a dying Earth has his chance to go to the new colony on Mars, but an evil alien overlord forces Jake and 12 of his friends to play his deadly alien game. If not, Earth will be destroyed. Andrew attended CCA then majored in theater at Cal Poly, ultimately deciding to be a writer, sharing his passion for space, aliens and artificial intelligence. Falling from the Moon Author: Karin Zirk Learn More Peopled with flamboyant characters and mystical settings, in an alternative culture that emphasizes self-reliance and opposes authority, protagonist Sapphire's journey of discovery helps her find her place in this world.

In addition to her novel, Karin writes poetry, short stories and scholarly articles. While mourning the death of their son, they must choose between saving their marriage or their thrones. Faxon writes fantasy novels and produces a weekly newsletter providing insight into the life of an author. Monster Town Author: Bruce Golden Learn More A satire of hard-boiled detective fiction set in an early sixties Hollywood ghetto where the monsters of black and white horror films have taken up residence, now that they're no longer in vogue.

Monster Town is his 7th book. It's currently in development for a TV series. Moonshadow Author: Krystina Coles Learn More In a small town where young girls disappear every full moon, fifteen-year-old Melissa Moonwater investigates the death of her best friend and uncovers a secret stretching over hundreds of years.

Krystina Coles was born in in San Diego, California. Though graduating as a chef in , she chose to pursue her true love of writing and telling stories. She continues to live in the South Bay. A series of events takes place in his life as a banker and he's suddenly challenged by the little voice inside him: "Are you gonna write that novel or are you full of crap? He now lives in San Diego and is proud to still be writing at almost 90 years young. Ann Robson was born in South Africa, where she worked as a newspaper columnist.

Summer Special Events. Music Colors Your World. Thursday, July 1 st , p. Register Here. Craig Newton celebrates the colors of music with songs about colors and demonstrates the unique colors of sound from 10 different instruments: guitar, banjo, flutes, clarinet, trombone, drum, and more. Sing along, clap along, and dance along with Craig in this fun-filled program that highlights the creativity and wonderful differences in music in our world.

Thursday, July 8 th , p. Join juggler extraordinaire Michael Rayner for a combination of hilarious tricks and stunts with uproarious stand-up and a bounty of improvised fun. Some of his tricks include balancing a wheelbarrow on his chin, spinning a cheeseburger on a parasol, and juggling various surprising objects!

Thursday, July 15 th , p. Join us for another Spectacular Arty Loon Show for some awesome virtual fun! Learn some Magic tricks to fool your friends with household items.

Witness a classic illusion of making a person float. Plus much much more. Have the whole family join Arty for the Party! Thursday, July 22 nd , p. Join Rachel Martin for a colorful collection of international stories and fun! Get involved in the community of literature in your very own hometown, and hear the stories and experiences that these authors have faced.

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