Past Events

The Book Stall

Oct22

PastAuthor EventWinnetka, IL

Sophie, Standing There: An Evening with Meg Mason

6:30 PM • Thursday, October 22, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall is thrilled to welcome bestselling author Meg Mason to the store for a discussion featuring her new book, Sophie, Standing There. The much-beloved author of the critically acclaimed Sorrow and Bliss returns with a tender and hilarious novel about heartbreak and the journey from isolation and loneliness towards love. In this much anticipated novel, Meg Mason captures the heartache and dark humor of our relationships in all their complexity, with a story about the power of connection and an ode to the inexplicable nature of the human heart. Ms. Mason will be happy to sign her works! Meg Mason is the author of Sorrow and Bliss, which became an international bestseller after it was first published in Australia. Winner of the British Book Industry Book of the Year, and shortlisted for the Women’s Prize, it has since been translated into more than 30 languages. Her first career was in journalism, beginning at the Times of London, later writing for Vogue, Elle, GQ, Sunday Style, and The New Yorker’s Daily Shouts and Murmurs. Born in New Zealand, she lives in Sydney with her husband and two daughters.

Oct21

PastReadingWinnetka, IL

This is What Happens When Women Read: A Discussion with Julianna Glasse and Hannah Pittard

6:30 PM • Wednesday, October 21, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall welcomes acclaimed singer and author Julianna Glasse for a powerful discussion featuring her new book, This Is What Happens When Women Read, an empowering journey to self-actualization by a former Evangelical Christian pop star whose life was transformed when she began reading books that had been forbidden to her. In this impactful, riveting memoir, Julianna writes of her very public and painful split from both the church and her marriage and the books she read that inspired her to reclaim her life as an autonomous, independent woman on a path to self-discovery and purpose. Ms. Glasse will be in-conversation with author Hannah Pittard. Julianna Glasse is a former Christian pop star and the founder and CEO of This Is What Happens When Women Read, a global organization dedicated to the liberation of women through education and safe community. She holds a master’s degree from the Saïd Business School at Oxford University, with which she has created a partnership to provide scholarships to educate, support, and empower women who have left restrictive religious communities. She currently resides in New York City.Hannah Pittard is the author of six books, including the memoir We Are Too Many and the novel If You Love It, Let It Kill You. She is a winner of the Amanda Davis Highwire Fiction Award, a MacDowell fellow (‘12, ‘23, ‘25), and the Guy M. Davenport Professor in English at the University of Kentucky. She lives with her boyfriend and stepdaughter in Lexington. Much of her family lives nearby.

Oct20

PastBook ClubWinnetka, IL

The Phoebe Variations: An Evening with Jane Hamilton

6:30 PM • Tuesday, October 20, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall is excited to welcome bestselling author Jane Hamilton for an in-store discussion in celebration of the paperback release of her book, The Phoebe Variations! A stunning coming-of-age novel about friendship, mothers, and finding one's way in the world by the New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Ruth and A Map of the World. Ms. Hamilton will be happy to sign her works!Jane Hamilton’s novels have won literary prizes, have been made into films, and have been international bestsellers, and two of them, The Book of Ruth and A Map of the World, were selections of Oprah’s Book Club. Her nonfiction has appeared in the New York Times; The Washington Post; Allure; O, The Oprah Magazine; Elle; and various anthologies. She lives on an apple farm in Wisconsin.

Oct15

PastAuthor EventFictionWinnetka, IL

An Evening with Fiona Davis

6:30 PM • Thursday, October 15, 2026The Book Stall$36

The Book Stall welcomes bestselling author Fiona Davis for a discussion featuring her new book, Samantha: The Next Chapter . This first American Girl book for adults follows one of American Girl's most beloved characters, Samantha Parkington--now an adult searching for justice after her legacy is stolen in New York City in 1920. Fiona Davis brings her signature talent to craft an all-new adult voice for Samantha Parkington, perfect for fans who grew up with American Girl and for readers of historical fiction. Fiona Davis will be in-conversation with literary writer Ashley Hasty. The ticket price is $33 and includes a copy of the book. Ms. Davis will be happy to sign her works!Fiona Davis is the New York Times bestselling author of several novels, including The Stolen Queen, The Magnolia Palace, and The Lions of Fifth Avenue, which was a Good Morning America Book Club pick. She’s a graduate of the Columbia Journalism School and is based in New York City.Ashley Hasty is the founder of the Chicago Literary Salon, a Chicago-based series of intimate, dinner party–style author events designed to spark meaningful conversation and connection through books. She holds a Ph.D. in fashion history and brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to her work, blending storytelling, culture, and style. In 2016, Ashley launched her blog, HastyBookList.com, where she shares curated book recommendations, author interviews, and insights into the literary world. Through both her writing and her events, she is passionate about creating spaces where readers feel inspired, engaged, and part of a larger literary community.

Oct14

PastAuthor EventCookingWinnetka, IL

Preppy Kitchen Everyday Baking: An Evening with John Kanell

6:30 PM • Wednesday, October 14, 2026The Book Stall$38.50

The Book Stall is thrilled to welcome back to the store John Kanell for a moderated discussion featuring his newest cookbook, Preppy Kitchen Everyday Baking: Because It's Always Time for Dessert! These recipes are designed for everyday baking—easy to start, hard to resist, and always worth it. At its heart, Preppy Kitchen Everyday Baking is about reclaiming the joy of baking—not just for special occasions, but as a simple, everyday pleasure to share with family and friends. As John writes, the most meaningful bakes aren’t always the showstoppers, but the spontaneous treats—the muffins on a Saturday morning, the loaf cake after school—that turn ordinary moments into something memorable.

Oct10

PastStory TimeWinnetka, IL

Tell Me About Your Apple Festival: Saturday Storytime with Meg Cappel

10:30 AM • Saturday, October 10, 2026The Book StallFree

Join The Book Stall for a seasonal Saturday Storytime with Meg Cappel featuring her new book, Tell Me About Your Apple Festival. A heartwarming children's book inspired by the Murphysboro Apple Festival and the traditions that connect us across miles and time.Meg Cappel is a storyteller, wife, and mother of three. She believes stories are one of the most meaningful ways families pass down values, preserve traditions, and create lasting connections across generations.

Oct7

PastAuthor EventLiterary FictionWinnetka, IL

Sipsworth: An Evening with Simon Van Booy

6:30 PM • Wednesday, October 7, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall is delighted to host an evening with bestselling author Simon Van Booy to discuss Sipsworth, his enchanting novel about second chances. Sipsworth is a reminder that there is always reason for hope. No matter what we have planned for ourselves, sometimes life has plans of its own. With profound compassion, Simon Van Booy illuminates not only a deep friendship forged between two lonely creatures, but the reverberations of goodness that ripple out from that unique bond.

Oct6

PastAuthor EventBiographyWinnetka, IL

The Vanishing Family: An Evening with Robert Kolker

6:30 PM • Tuesday, October 6, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall welcomes bestselling author Robert Kolker for a discussion featuring his new book, The Vanishing Family: Love, Fate, and the Quest to End Dementia. From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hidden Valley Road comes the heart-wrenching journey of a family facing an unthinkable destiny, whose flawed genetic code might hold the long-sought key to a cure for dementia. Moving, intimate, unexpectedly hopeful and redemptive, The Vanishing Family is an enthralling narrative about one family’s fate, and a medical detective story that speaks to all of us who fear losing ourselves at the end. Mr. Kolker will be in-conversation with Alex Kotlowitz.

Oct3

PastStory TimeWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime with Ruth Spiro: Baby Loves Science 10 Year Anniversary Party!

10:30 AM • Saturday, October 3, 2026The Book StallFree

Join The Book Stall for a very special storytime with our good friend, Ruth Spiro celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Baby Loves Science series release! These big, brainy STEM board books for the littlest listeners are accurate enough to be endorsed by an expert, yet simple enough for baby. This clever board book series introduces topics like coding, aerospace engineering, gravity, and thermodynamics, connecting each scientific idea to pieces of a baby's world. Beautiful, visually stimulating illustrations and age-appropriate language encourage baby's sense of wonder. Parents and caregivers may learn a thing or two, as well! To celebrate, Ms. Spiro will be sharing special treats and giveaways! Books will be for sale, and Ms. Spiro will be happy to sign her works! Ruth Spiro is the bestselling author of over thirty children’s books, including Love Grows, the bestselling Baby Loves Science series, How to Explain Coding to a Grown-Up, and Made by Maxine. Her books have been praised by the Los Angeles Times, NPR, TODAY, Popular Science, and the National Science Teaching Association. Ruth speaks regularly at schools and early childhood conferences across the country. She lives in suburban Chicago, Illinois, with her husband, two daughters, and many, many plants!

Sep28

PastAuthor EventFictionWinnetka, IL

Buckeye: An Evening with Patrick Ryan

6:30 PM • Monday, September 28, 2026The Book Stall$22.00

The Book Stall is thrilled to host a discussion with bestselling author Patrick Ryan to celebrate the paperback release of Buckeye, “a glorious sweep of a novel” (Ann Patchett) that weaves the intimate lives of two midwestern families across generations, from World War II to the late twentieth century. Sweeping yet intimate, rich with piercing observation and the warmth that comes from profound understanding of the human spirit, Buckeye captures the universal longing for love and for goodness. Mr. Ryan will be in-conversation with the Book Stall's Robert McDonald.

Sep23

PastAuthor EventChicagoChicago, IL

Roll the Calls: An Evening with Ari Emanuel

7:30 PM • Wednesday, September 23, 2026Harris Theater for Music and Dance$80.00

The Book Stall is excited to be on hand for a discussion with Ari Emanuel featuring his new memoir, Roll the Calls, presented by University Club of Chicago and the Executives’ Club of Chicago. For decades, Ari Emanuel has shaped the entertainment industry from behind the scenes — representing some of the world’s biggest stars, engineering blockbuster deals, and redefining what it means to be a Hollywood super-agent. Yet, despite his outsized influence — and serving as the real-life inspiration for television’s iconic Ari Gold — much of his own story has remained untold. In this candid conversation, Emanuel discusses his new take-no-prisoners memoir, Roll the Calls, reflecting on the triumphs, failures, relationships, and lessons that have defined his extraordinary career. From growing up in Chicagoland to becoming one of Hollywood’s most formidable power brokers, he explores ambition, leadership, risk-taking, resilience, and what it takes to succeed in an industry defined by constant change. The conversation offers a rare look at the man behind the deals — and the persistence and power moves that helped transform modern Hollywood.

Sep22

PastAuthor EventWinnetka, IL

Shadow Before the Flame: An Evening with Catherine Grace Katz

7:00 PM • Tuesday, September 22, 2026The Book Stall$45.00

The Book Stall is thrilled to welcome Winnetka native and acclaimed historian, Catherine Grace Katz for a discussion of her new book, Shadow Before the Flame: The Hindenburg Disaster and the Prelude to War at the Winnetka Chapel. In this rigorously researched, ticking-clock account, Shadow Before the Flame offers a portrait of an era when illusions of peace, fueled by the hubris of invention, hovered in suspended time as the clouds of an inevitable war loomed on the horizon. Ms. Katz will be in-conversation with Book Stall resident historian Jon Grand. Doors open at 6:30, join us early for mingling before the talk at 7:00!The ticket price is $45 and includes a copy of the book. Ms. Katz will be happy to sign her works! Please note, additional copies will be for sale at the event. Catherine Grace Katz is a writer and historian from Winnetka, IL and the author of the acclaimed history, The Daughters of Yalta: The Churchills, Roosevelts, and Harrimans: A Story of Love and War. She received degrees in History from Harvard and Christ’s College, University of Cambridge, and a JD from Harvard Law School. Alongside her work as an historian, Catherine is an associate at an international law firm in Washington, D.C.

Sep20

PastAuthor EventWinnetka, IL

Hollow Bones: An Afternoon with Jodi Picoult

2:00 PM • Sunday, September 20, 2026The Skokie School$43.96

The Book Stall welcomes Jodi Picoult to The Skokie School Auditorium for a discussion featuring her new book, Hollow Bones. From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of By Any Other Name comes a riveting novel about the risks we take to protect the ones we love in a world where crisis is always just around the corner. The ticket price is $40.50 and includes a signed copy of the book. Attendees will be invited to take a professional photo with Ms. Picoult following the talk! Please note, Ms. Picoult will not be personalizing copies at the event.

Sep17

PastAuthor EventLiterary FictionWinnetka, IL

Children of the Wolf: An Evening with Abby Geni

6:30 PM • Thursday, September 17, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall welcomes award-winning author Abby Geni to the store for a discussion featuring her new book, Children of the Wolf, in partnership with Off Campus Writers' Workshop and Kelly Q Anderson. A woman notices a pattern of men disappearing in her small town, reawakening memories of her childhood raised by a father obsessed with his violent Viking heritage. Amanda Peters, author of The Berry Pickers, says, “Abby Geni’s writing is evocative, the story is unique, and the ethical dilemma played out in the book will linger long after the last page. A truly great read!”Abby Geni is a novelist and short story writer living in Evanston. She is the author of The Body Farm, longlisted for the Joyce Carol Oates Prize and the Story Prize; The Wildlands, a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize; The Lightkeepers, winner of the Barnes & Noble Discover Award and the Chicago Review of Books Awards; and The Last Animal, a finalist for the Orion Book Award. Her short stories and essays have appeared in dozens of literary publications, including Best American Mystery and Suspense, The Missouri Review, Epoch, Ninth Letter, and New Stories from the Midwest. Geni is a faculty member at StoryStudio Chicago and a recipient of the Iowa Fellowship.Now celebrating its 80th anniversary season, Off Campus Writers' Workshop serves a global community of writers in all genres from our metropolitan Chicago home. Kelly Q. Anderson is an award-winning writer whose work has been anthologized, performed on stage, adapted for film, and installed for public art. She consults, teaches, and leads workshops on captivating storytelling, both in-person and online. She is a board member, the Director of Promotions, and former President of Off Campus Writers' Workshop, a global writing community with over 500+ members (learn more at OCWW.info).

Sep15

PastAuthor EventJuvenile FictionWinnetka, IL

The Secret Bookstore Sleuth Society: An After-School Discussion with Lindsay Currie

4:30 PM • Tuesday, September 15, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall is thrilled to welcome to the store our friend Lindsay Currie for an after-school discussion featuring her new book, The Secret Bookstore Sleuth Society. From #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Mystery of Locked Rooms comes a thrilling middle-grade cozy mystery. In this exciting series starter, four best friends are trapped in a book-themed inn during an ice storm and they must use each of their special skills, as well as a few tips from an armchair-detective grandma, to figure out who killed one of the regular customers. We'll have refreshments and some fun bookstore sleuthing of our own! This event is perfect for kids ages 9 to 12. PRE-ORDER YOUR SIGNED COPY BELOW! Lindsay Currie is a #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of mysteries for young readers, including the Delta Games series and It's Watching . She grew up on Nancy Drew and loves a good twisty tale. When she's not writing, Lindsay can generally be found looking for an adventure of her own. She loves researching forgotten history and recently relocated from Chicago to a 220 acre farm in downstate Illinois where she finally gets to see stars every night, and take hikes every day. For more information about Lindsay or her books, visit lindsaycurrie.com .

Sep14

PastAuthor EventGenderWilmette, IL

Be Yourself and Other Bad Advice: A Discussion with Meredith Walker

6:00 PM • Monday, September 14, 2026Regina Dominican AuditoriumFree

The Book Stall is excited to be on hand at Regina Dominican High School as they welcome Meredith Walker to discuss her new book, Be Yourself and Other Bad Advice: A Teen Girl's Guide to Unlearning the Rules. Being a teen girl can be confusing and frustrating—luckily Meredith Walker created this guide to show how to dig deep, find what's important to you, and use that authenticity to make the world a better place. This event is perfect for everyone ages 12 and up!

Sep10

PastAuthor EventWinnetka, IL

Tenderness: A Discussion with Rowan Beaird

6:30 PM • Thursday, September 10, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall is excited to welcome Rowan Beaird to the store for a discussion featuring her new book, Tenderness. From the beloved author of The Divorcées comes a novel set in the 1970s during an island wedding, where the bride, Shay, has recently left a sinister cult that might still be trailing her. Told from the interwoven perspectives of Shay’s brother William, her longtime friend Joel, and Shay herself, Tenderness is a slow-burn mystery that excavates dark family histories and romantic regrets. Ms. Beaird will be in-conversation with author Lindsay Hunter. Rowan Beaird is the author of the novels Tenderness and The Divorcées. Her fiction has appeared in The Southern Review, Ploughshares, and Gulf Coast. She lives in Chicago with her husband and daughter.Lindsay Hunter received her MFA in Writing from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Her first book, Daddy’s, is a collection of flash fiction. Her second collection, Don't Kiss Me, was named one of Amazon’s 10 Best Books of the Year: Short Stories. Her first novel, Ugly Girls, was called by The Huffington Post “a story that hits a note that’s been missing from the chorus of existing feminist literature.” Her latest novel, Eat Only When You’re Hungry, was a Book of the Month Club selection, a finalist for the 2017 Chicago Review of Books Fiction Award, and a 2017 NPR Great Read. She produces and hosts the podcast I’m a Writer But, a series about writers with kids, jobs, and/or lives, and how they make it all work (or don’t). Lindsay’s fifth book, a novel titled Hot Springs Drive, is out now and was named one of the 12 Best Thrillers of the Year by the Washington Post. She lives in Chicago with her family.

Sep8

PastBook SigningWinnetka, IL

The Wild Season: An After-School Event with Dashka Slater (Wilmette Public Library)

4:00 PM • Tuesday, September 8, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall is thrilled to be on hand at the Wilmette Public Library for an after-school discussion with award-winning author Dashka Slater featuring her new book, The Wild Season: The Remarkable True Story of a Rabbit Rescue. When four abandoned bunnies turn up in a city park, the community rallies to save them in award-winning, bestselling author Dashka Slater's unforgettable middle grade nonfiction debut. This event is fun for the whole family! An interactive craft and book signing will follow the presentation. Books will be available for sale. Dashka Slater is the New York Times bestselling author of fifteen books for children, teenagers, and adults, including the award-winning nonfiction titles Accountable and The 57 Bus as well as the beloved Escargot picture book series. A Pushcart Prize nominee and the recipient of a Creative Writing Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts, Dashka is a frequent speaker at schools, conferences, colleges, and universities. She lives in Oakland, California and teaches at the University of San Francisco’s MFA Program in Writing for Young Readers.

Aug29

PastStory TimeWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime: Best of the Book Stall

10:30 AM • Saturday, August 29, 2026The Book StallFree

Join us at The Book Stall at 10:30 am for a special Saturday Storytime ! Our very own booksellers will lead a fun story time featuring the best picture books in the store, some brand new, some old favorites! Perfect for picture book fans of all ages!

Aug22

PastStory TimeJuvenile FictionWinnetka, IL

Kimo and Howie's Rainforest Ruckus: Saturday Storytime with Stephanie Daly

10:30 AM • Saturday, August 22, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall welcomes Stephanie Daly for a special Saturday Storytime featuring her new book, Kimo and Howie's Rainforest Ruckus . Kimo & Howie's Rainforest Ruckus is a lively, heartwarming picture book set in the colorful world of Canopy Hollow, where every animal plays a part in the beloved Forest Feast. Full of laughter, teamwork, and heart, this story models the educational value of restorative practices while celebrating friendship, community, and kindness. Stephanie Daly , Ed.D., is an educator, author, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience as an elementary teacher, district administrator, and a National Blue-Ribbon principal. She is passionate about restorative practices in learning, creating stories that turn mistakes into opportunities for empathy, problem-solving, and repairing relationships. Her picture books give children the language and tools to navigate conflict, repair harm, and build belonging. These books help young readers develop essential life skills as they navigate real-world challenges. Dr. Daly holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership and researched restorative practices in PreK-12 settings. She lives in a Chicago suburb with her husband, Andrew, their three children, and their dogs.

Aug15

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime: Best of the Book Stall

10:30 AM • Saturday, August 15, 2026The Book StallFree

Join us at The Book Stall at 10:30 am for a special Saturday Storytime ! Our very own booksellers will lead a fun story time featuring the best picture books in the store, some brand new, some old favorites! Perfect for picture book fans of all ages!

Aug8

PastStory TimeWinnetka, IL

Judith Resnik: Unsung Astronaut - Saturday Storytime with Marlene Brill

10:30 AM • Saturday, August 8, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall welcomes Marlene Brill to The Book Stall for a special Saturday Storytime featuring her new biography for young people, Judith Resnik: Unsung Astronaut . Growing up, Judith Resnik didn’t dream of space—but she became one of NASA’s first female astronauts and the second American woman in orbit. This inspiring middle-grade biography brings Resnik’s remarkable life to light. Readers will discover how a girl from Ohio became a trailblazer in space and how her courage and brilliance continue to inspire new generations. Her story reminds us that even if you’re not first, you can still make history—and that reaching for the stars starts with believing in yourself. Ms. Brill will share stories and pictures about space and Judith Resnik - this storytime is great for kids of all ages! Marlene Targ Brill is an award-winning author of seventy-four books for all ages, including Jane Addams: The Most Dangerous Woman in America and Dolores Huerta Stands Strong: The Woman Who Demanded Justice from Ohio University Press. She especially seeks to write women into history and tell stories of the undersung. Learn more at marlenetargbrill.com .

Aug1

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime

10:30 AM • Saturday, August 1, 2026The Book StallFree

Join us at The Book Stall at 10:30 am for a special Saturday Storytime! Our very own booksellers will lead a fun story time featuring the best picture books in the store, some brand new, some old favorites! Perfect for picture book fans of all ages!

Jul25

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime Dung & Bo Series: Saturday Storytime with Melanie Uteg

10:30 AM • Saturday, July 25, 2026The Book StallFree

Join us at The Book Stall at 10:30 am for a special Saturday Storytime! Our very own booksellers will lead a fun story time featuring the best picture books in the store, some brand new, some old favorites! Perfect for picture book fans of all ages!

Jul22

PastBook ClubFictionWinnetka, IL

Shaken to the Core: A Discussion with Dara Levan and Ali Wenzke

6:00 PM • Wednesday, July 22, 2026The Book StallFree

Shaken to the Core: A Discussion with Dara Levan and Ali Wenzke The Book Stall is excited to host author Dara Levan for a discussion with Ali Wenzke featuring Ms. Levan's new book, Shaken to the Core. When life is cut short, what do we do with the time we have left? An uplifting story of hope amid heartbreak, Shaken to the Core explores motherhood, chosen family, and the transformative power of love.

Jul20

PastBook ClubNon-FictionWinnetka, ILVirtual

Go Green Reads: Virtual Discussion of The Problem with Plastics

7:00 PM • Monday, July 20, 2026Virtual EventFree

Go Green Reads: Virtual Discussion of The Problem with Plastics We are pleased to support Go Green Reads with their virtual discussion of The Problem with Plastic: How We Can Save Ourselves and Our Planet Before It's Too Late by Judith Enck and Adam Mahoney. Plastic in one form or another shows up in virtually every device upon which our modern lives depend. The Problem with Plastic examines the far-reaching effects of plastics production and explores the material's entire life cycle, from its origins as a fossil fuel product to its long-term presence in ecosystems, while examining public health concerns regarding microplastics. The authors also remind us there is no cause to feel hopeless - the same human creativity that invented plastics can find a way to prevent them from harming the planet and the creatures with whom we share it. The Go Green Reads book discussion group aims to raise environmental awareness, inspire people to take individual and collective action, and create more sustainable, just, and resilient communities.

Jul20

PastCommunity EventWinnetka, IL

20% off on the 20th! Annual Summer Sale for Discount Club Members

9:30 AM • Monday, July 20, 2026The Book StallFree

On Monday, July 20th , all Book Stall discount club members receive an additional discount instead of their usual 10% off—thus 20% off on the 20th! This special discount applies to books as well as cards, puzzles, stationery, journals, and other gift items. The fine print: Your membership must be up to date for the discount to apply. The finer print : You can renew your membership on July 20th and still receive that 20% discount for the day! Discount Club members pay $15.00 a year for a family membership, with all family members getting a 10% discount on all purchases. In addition, you’ll get our monthly print newsletter mailed to your home, so you can stay up to date on author event news and staff book reviews. You also get the satisfaction of supporting a local independent business! When you stop in on the 20th, our booksellers will be happy to help you find the perfect beach read, books for summer camp, hostess gifts for your weekend BBQs, or an armchair adventure! We’ll be open from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Out of town? No worries, you can order online. Make sure you add a note: “discount club member” in the “order comments” section as you make your purchase. We’ll add the extra discount as we process your order. Not sure if your membership is current? Stop by the store or give us a call at 847-446-8880 and we can check on your membership status, and help you renew if that’s what’s needed!

Jul18

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime

10:30 AM • Saturday, July 18, 2026The Book StallFree

Join us at The Book Stall at 10:30 am for a special Saturday Storytime! Our very own booksellers will lead a fun story time featuring the best picture books in the store, some brand new, some old favorites! Perfect for picture book fans of all ages!

Jul18

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime with Jen Katz: Miss McCuddles Wants Pizza!

10:30 AM • Saturday, July 18, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall welcomes Evanston author Jen Katz for a Saturday Storytime featuring her picture book, Miss McCuddles Wants Pizza!: A Rabbit Tale , the story of a pet rabbit who is tired of eating greens and decides that she simply must try pizza. After a trip to vet for her troubles with the new diet, Miss McCuddles realizes that she’d rather stick to the food rabbits are supposed to eat. In the end, she is quite content to eat the greens that are prepared for her. Jen Katz , MA, SLP/L, is a speech-language pathologist and a mother of two who lives in a Chicago suburb. A native of Long Island, New York and a graduate of Northwestern University, Jen works in a school and a private clinic with children and teens who have communication disorders.

Jul18

PastCommunity EventWinnetka, IL

Winnetka Sidewalk Sales

10:00 AM • Saturday, July 18, 2026The Book StallFree

It's that time again! Shop all of Winnetka, with Sidewalk Sales in East Elm, West Elm, Indian Hill and the Hubbard Woods Business Districts! We'll be doing our part, with extra-special deals on selected books, greeting cards, games, puzzles, and other merchandise! Our part in the festivities happens rain or shine, so come out and find some super deals!

Jul17

PastCommunity EventWinnetka, IL

Winnetka Sidewalk Sales

9:30 AM • Friday, July 17, 2026The Book StallFree

It's that time again! Shop all of Winnetka, with Sidewalk Sales in East Elm, West Elm, Indian Hill and the Hubbard Woods Business Districts! We'll be doing our part, with extra-special deals on selected books, greeting cards, games, puzzles, and other merchandise! Our part in the festivities happens rain or shine, so come out and find some super deals!

Jul11

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime with Michelle Schaub

10:30 AM • Saturday, July 11, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall welcomes award-winning author Michelle Schaub for a Saturday Storytime featuring two new books! Meadows of the Sea: The Wonders of Seagrass explores the vital ecosystem of underwater seagrass meadows, including the many species of fish, mammals, reptiles, and invertebrates that call it home. A Pathway for Pollinators is a bright, read-aloud companion to A Place for Rain that inspires readers to build city gardens that connect and support pollinators. Michelle Schaub is an award-winning children’s author and veteran teacher. Her book Fresh-Picked Poetry: A Day at the Farmers’ Market won the 2018 Growing Good Kids Award and 2019 Northern Lights Book Award. She is also the author of Finding Treasure: A Collection of Collections, an NCTE notable poetry book for 2020 , and Dream Big, Little Scientists. Her poems appear in several anthologies, including The Poetry Anthology for Celebrations and Great Morning! Poems for School Leaders to Read Aloud.

Jul9

PastAuthor EventLiterary FictionWinnetka, IL

Man Overboard: An Evening with Kathleen Rooney

6:00 PM • Thursday, July 9, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall is excited to host bestselling author Kathleen Rooney for a discussion featuring her new book, Man Overboard!, a funny and moving novel in which a former college swimmer falls off a cruise ship and must keep treading water as memories and regrets wash over him. Man Overboard! is an inventive, slyly hilarious, and inspiring novel about what it means to be alive, stay alive, and what keeps us going no matter how choppy the waves of our journey become. Hold on for dear life! Ms. Rooney will be in-conversation with Sara Levine.

Jul4

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime

10:30 AM • Saturday, July 4, 2026The Book StallFree

Join us at The Book Stall at 10:30 am for a special Saturday Storytime! Our very own booksellers will lead a fun story time featuring the best picture books in the store, some brand new, some old favorites! Perfect for picture book fans of all ages!

Jun27

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Kaleidoscope of Hope: Saturday Storytime with Miranda Paul

Jun 27The Book StallFree

Join us at The Book Stall for a Saturday Storytime featuring award-winning author Miranda Paul and her new book, Kaleidoscope of Hope: How Butterfly Life Cycles Reflect Our World. In a richly layered text, acclaimed author Miranda Paul explores each stage of a butterfly’s life cycle, while providing lessons in care and responsibility and encouraging hope for the future of our planet. Ms. Paul will lead an interactive event for children to examine butterfly wings up-close and provide materials from the “puddling activity” found in the backmatter of the book so kids can help butterflies in their own backyard. This nonfiction picture book is perfect for kids ages 4 to 8.

Jun27

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime

10:30 AM • Saturday, June 27, 2026The Book StallFree

Join us at The Book Stall at 10:30 am for a special Saturday Storytime! Our very own booksellers will lead a fun story time featuring the best picture books in the store, some brand new, some old favorites! Perfect for picture book fans of all ages!

Jun25

PastAuthor EventFictionWinnetka, IL

Like Wafers in Honey: A Discussion with Leah Eskin

6:00 PM • Thursday, June 25, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall is thrilled welcome food writer and author Leah Eskin to the store for a discussion featuring her debut historical novel, Like Wafers in Honey. Based on the experiences of a real Italian-Jewish cook named Edda Servi Machlin, the novel tells two stories: that of Stella, a Jewish girl from the Tuscan town of Pitigliano, who spends the winter of 1943 fleeing Fascist and Nazi brutality, and that of Edda, a Westchester housewife trying to save a lost treasure — Italian Jewish cuisine. Each chapter includes a recipe updated for modern kitchens. Ms. Eskin will be in-conversation with editor Arthur Levine.

Jun23

PastAuthor EventMemoirWinnetka, IL

The Silkworm, The Magician, and The Sister Tree: A Discussion with Suzy McNamara and Katie Seigenthaler

6:00 PM • Tuesday, June 23, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall welcomes Suzy McNamara to the store for a poignant discussion of her new memoir, The Silkworm, The Magician, and The Sister Tree: A Tale of Love and Loss, in-conversation with Katie Seigenthaler. This memoir of caregiving, love, and finding your way through devastating loss is a story of survival of the loss of a husband and sister. This is also a love story between two kindred spirits who found each other despite vastly different backgrounds and two sisters who forged a bond amongst the chaos of their childhood and relied on that bond throughout lives steeped in tragedy and trauma.

Jun20

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime

10:30 AM • Saturday, June 20, 2026The Book StallFree

Join us at The Book Stall at 10:30 am for a special Saturday Storytime! Our very own booksellers will lead a fun story time featuring the best picture books in the store, some brand new, some old favorites! Perfect for picture book fans of all ages!

Jun16

PastAuthor EventFictionWinnetka, IL

Melanie Benjamin - The Windsor Affair

6:00 PM • Tuesday, June 16, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall is thrilled to host bestselling author Melanie Benjamin to discuss her new book, The Windsor Affair. A scandalous affair. A power struggle for the throne. A sensational rivalry between an English queen and an American social climber. In this electrifying novel, the New York Times bestselling author of The Swans of Fifth Avenue tells the story of the Abdication of Edward VIII—and the two women at the center of it all. Ms. Benjamin will be in-conversation with author Renée Rosen.

Jun13

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime with Margot Dallas and Jen Cullerton

10:30 AM • Saturday, June 13, 2026The Book StallFree

Join The Book Stall for a celebration of Mother Earth with a Saturday Storytime featuring authors Margot Dallas and Jen Cullerton Johnson! Margot Dallas will be sharing her picture book, Home, celebrating Earth’s wonders through vibrant watercolor art. Revealing amazing creatures, large and small, it inspires appreciation for our magnificent planet. Jen Cullerton Johnson will be reading her book, Seeds of Change: Planting a Path to Peace, a picture book biography of scientist Wangari Maathai, the first African woman--and first environmentalist--to win a Nobel Peace Prize (in 2004) for her work planting trees in her native Kenya.

Jun10

PastAuthor EventSelf-HelpWinnetka, IL

The J.O.A.T.: A Discussion with Kristin Massey

6:00 PM • Wednesday, June 10, 2026The Book StallFree

Join us at The Book Stall for a discussion with New Trier graduate, Kristin Massey featuring her book, The J.O.A.T.: Life Lessons from a Jill of All Trades. Learn more about the creative mind behind The J.O.A.T. and how she created a superpower to achieve her life's goals. In J.O.A.T., Kristin introduces her innovative concept of "skill-stitching," a transformative approach that blends diverse skills into a powerful tapestry of abilities. Each chapter of the book reveals a new challenge, a fresh perspective, and actionable insights.

Jun9

PastAuthor EventFictionWinnetka, IL

We Meet Apart: A Discussion with Martha Conway

6:00 PM • Tuesday, June 9, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall is excited to welcome author Martha Conway to the store for a discussion featuring her new book, We Meet Apart. When World War II halts ocean travel in 1940, two American sisters find themselves stranded in Ireland-but in different realities. Christina Baker Kline calls it “a heart-pounding story of exile, sisterhood, and the resilience of the human spirit…Martha Conway brings the past to life in this story of two sisters, separated by war but determined to find each other. Haunting, suspenseful, and deeply affecting, We Meet Apart imagines a version of history in which the lines between safety and danger, belonging and exile, are constantly shifting.”

Jun6

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime with Jacob Grant

10:30 AM • Saturday, June 6, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall is excited to welcome Jacob Grant for a special Saturday Storytime featuring his new picture book, Turtle Slept In! Turtle is the last to hatch, and her siblings have all left for the sea. Now she must venture across a busy beach and into the waves to find them. But the sea is big. REAL BIG. This book is perfect for kids ages 3 to 7.

Jun4

PastAuthor EventFictionWinnetka, IL

An Evening with Gene Wojciechowski

6:00 PM • Thursday, June 4, 2026The Book StallFree

The Book Stall is so excited to host sports reporter and author Gene Wojciechowski for a discussion featuring his new book, All Carry. A recently laid-off golf reporter. A down-on-his-luck caddie. And a magical set of clubs once owned by Jack Nicklaus. In this wonderfully funny novel, New York Times bestselling author and former ESPN reporter Gene Wojciechowski gives us a pair of unlikely champions unlike any other.

Jun2

PastAuthor EventPoetryWinnetka, IL

Poetry Reading with Carrie Olivia Adams, Teresa Dzieglewicz, & Naoko Fujimoto

Jun 2The Book StallFree

The Book Stall welcomes a poetry reading with Carrie Olivia Adams, Teresa Dzieglewicz, and Naoko Fujimoto, in honor of Ms. Fujimoto's release of her new book of Women: 20 Japanese Female Poets. Of Women is a collection of translations of Japanese waka-poems from the seventh century to the twelfth century, featuring twenty female poets from this period, when Japanese women’s literature flourished. This book includes poems by famous writers from the era, such as Sei Shonagon (The Pillow Book) and Murasaki Shikibu (The Tale of Genji), and introduces some lesser-known female poets as well. Carrie Olivia Adams will share poems from her newest book of poetry, The Book of Marys and Glaciers. Teresa Dzieglewicz will read from her book of poetry, Something Small of How to See a River.

May30

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Special Saturday Storytime with Sally Lou Loveman

10:30 AM • Saturday, May 30, 2026The Book StallFree

Join The Book Stall for a special Saturday Storytime with Sally Lou Loveman featuring her new picture book, Livy Lou Lovely Loves to Speak! Follow along with Livy Lou Lovely as she discovers her voice when she accepts an invitation from her mother to attend a television show. Livy Lou is a shining example of all the good that can come from opening our world up by saying "yes" to new things. Livy Lou hopes her story will inspire young readers to discover their own story. Former Oprah Show producer and life of the pre-show party, Sally Lou Loveman announces her first children’s picture book with Livy Lou Lovely Loves to Speak, based on her own story of finding her inner voice and the confidence to speak up at a young age. As the former audience producer for The Oprah Winfrey Show and the founder of lovespeaks, Sally Lou has entertained more than half a million people from The Oprah Show stage to her lovespeaks platform. Today Sally Lou coaches clients to speak without fear by connecting them to their power through exploring their story.

May27

PastBook SigningFictionWinnetka, IL

Where the Rivers Merge: Meet & Greet with Mary Alice Monroe

4:00 PM • Wednesday, May 27, 2026The Book StallFree

Drop by The Book Stall to meet author Mary Alice Monroe to celebrate the paperback release of her latest novel, Where the Rivers Merge. She'll be signing copies and greeting fans on Wednesday, May 27 between 4:00 and 5:00 pm. Set against the evocative landscape of the twentieth-century Lowcountry, Where the Rivers Merge is a dramatic and sweeping multigenerational family story of unyielding love, lessons learned, profound sacrifices, and the indomitable spirit of a woman determined to persevere in the face of change in order to protect her family legacy and the land she loves.

May23

PastStory TimePicture BooksWinnetka, IL

Saturday Storytime

10:30 AM • Saturday, May 23, 2026The Book StallFree

Join us at The Book Stall at 10:30 am for a special Saturday Storytime! Our very own booksellers will lead a fun story time featuring the best picture books in the store, some brand new, some old favorites! Perfect for picture book fans of all ages!

May21

PastAuthor EventFictionWinnetka, IL

The Foursome: An Evening with Christina Baker Kline

7:30 PM • Thursday, May 21, 2026The Book Stall$35.67

The Book Stall is thrilled to host #1 New York Times bestselling author Christina Baker Kline for a discussion featuring her new book, The Foursome, a boldly original reimagining of the astonishing true story of two sisters in nineteenth-century North Carolina — Kline’s own distant relatives — who married world-famous conjoined twins from Siam.