July and August 2026 Visiting Author Programs at Toledo Library

Daily Dose  |  06/17/2026 9:30 am

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library will welcome bestselling fiction, romance and horror authors this summer through its visiting author programs, including 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction winner Daniel Kraus.

Visit the Toledo Library website for the full event calendar, registration details and locations. Tickets for Authors! programs are available for purchase in advance through Eventbrite. Seating is limited. For assistance, call 419-259-5200.

For more upcoming visiting author information, visit toledolibrary.org/authors. Programs are subject to change.

Authors! with Daniel Kraus
Thursday, July 16: 7–8 p.m., Main Library
2026 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction winner Daniel Kraus joins Authors! to discuss his latest novel, The Sixth Nik. A Midland, Michigan native, Kraus is also known for acclaimed fiction and nonfiction works, including his collaboration with Guillermo del Toro on The Shape of Water. The event features a 45-minute presentation followed by audience Q&A. Tickets are available for purchase at Eventbrite. Each ticket includes a copy of the book.

Romance-Con Presents: Mazey Eddings
Saturday, July 18: 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Main Library
Bestselling author Mazey Eddings will discuss romance writing, mental health representation and her latest work during this installment of Romance-Con Presents. With roots in Ohio and Philadelphia, Eddings now lives in North Carolina. Each program features a discussion with the author followed by audience Q&A. Books will be available for sale at the event. A signing and photo opportunity will follow the talk. This program is free to attend and advance registration is encouraged. This program is presented and sponsored by the Toledo Library Disability Pride Group.

Authors! with Kelly Rimmer
Thursday, July 22: 7–8 p.m., Main Library
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kelly Rimmer will discuss her new novel, The Story Keeper. Rimmer will explore dual narratives, book-within-a-book mysteries and the enduring power of family stories during this Authors! program. The event features a discussion followed by audience Q&A. Tickets are available for purchase at Eventbrite. Each ticket includes a copy of the book.

Authors! with Meg Waite Clayton
Wednesday, July 29: 7–8 p.m., Main Library
New York Times bestselling author Meg Waite Clayton joins Authors! to discuss her new historical fiction novel, Typewriter Beach. Clayton is known for her richly researched stories that explore pivotal moments in women’s lives across history. During this event, she will discuss her writing process, including how she builds immersive settings and brings midcentury Hollywood to life. This event features a 45-minute presentation followed by a brief audience Q&A. Tickets are available for purchase at Eventbrite. Each ticket includes a copy of the book.

Authors! with Karin Slaughter
Thursday, Aug. 13: 7–8 p.m., Glass City Center
New York Times bestselling author Karin Slaughter visits Authors! to discuss her newest standalone thriller, The Secrets We Hide. Known for her bestselling crime fiction and the Will Trent series, Slaughter is widely recognized for her gripping suspense and emotionally charged storytelling. In this latest novel, a cold case resurfaces in a small town, exposing long-buried secrets and unraveling a seemingly perfect family facade. This event features a 45-minute presentation followed by a brief audience Q&A. Tickets are available for purchase at Eventbrite. Each ticket includes a copy of the book.

Online Romance Book Club Visiting Author: The Open Era by Edward Schmit
Wednesday, Aug. 19: 7–8 p.m.
Author Edward Schmit joins the Online Romance Book Club to discuss his debut novel, The Open Era. The story follows professional tennis player Austin Hardy as he becomes the first openly gay man to compete in a Grand Slam tournament, navigating sudden media attention, anxiety and an unexpected connection with rival player Diego Cruz. Set against the high-stakes backdrop of the US Open, the novel explores identity, pressure and the possibility of love on and off the court. This virtual program is free to attend, but registration is required.

Authors! with Clay McLeod Chapman
Thursday, Aug. 27: 7–8 p.m., Main Library
New York Times bestselling author Clay McLeod Chapman joins Authors! to discuss his latest horror novel, The Devil Inside. Known for Ghost Eaters, Whisper Down the Lane and The Remaking, Chapman is recognized for his psychological horror that blends supernatural suspense with deeply human emotion. In this new novel, a small community is shaken by a series of unexplained violent events that surface long-buried legends—and darker personal truths. This event features a 45-minute presentation followed by a brief audience Q&A. Tickets are available for purchase at Eventbrite. Each ticket includes a copy of the book.