Past Events

Curious Iguana Books

Oct22

PastAuthor EventHorrorFrederick, MD

Author Talk by bestselling author Richard Chizmar, author of KILLING THE BOOGEYMAN

6:00 PM • Thursday, October 22, 2026Frederick Book Arts CenterFree

We are excited to welcome back bestselling author Richard Chizmar to Frederick on Thursday, October 22 from 6:00-7:00 pm at Frederick Book Arts Center! Join us to hear about Richard’s novel, Killing the Boogeyman, the thrilling conclusion to his bestselling Boogeyman series. Following Richard’s talk, he will answer questions and sign books. Copies of Killing the Boogeyman will be available for purchase at the event. Location: Frederick Book Arts Center, 127 S. Carroll Street, Frederick, MD 21701 This event is free and open to the public. We are proud to partner with Frederick Book Arts Center for this event. For accessibility requests, email events@curiousiguana.com at least two (2) weeks prior to the event.

Oct16

PastAuthor EventFictionFrederick, MD

Author Talk with bestselling author Anna North, author of BOG QUEEN

6:00 PM • Friday, October 16, 2026Frederick Book Arts CenterFree

We are delighted to welcome New York Times bestselling author Anna North to Frederick on Friday, October 16 from 6:00-7:00 pm at Frederick Book Arts Center. Join us to hear about her bestselling novel, Bog Queen, and learn about female empowerment and the impact of politics on the environment, from the Iron Age to post-Brexit England. Anna will be in-conversation with Holly Smith, editor-in-chief of the Washington Independent Review of Books. Following their conversation, Anna will answer questions and sign books. Copies of Bog Queen will be available for purchase at the event. Location: Frederick Book Arts Center, 127 S. Carroll Street, Frederick, MD 21701 This event is free and open to the public. We are proud to partner with Frederick Book Arts Center for this event. For accessibility requests, email events@curiousiguana.com at least two (2) weeks prior to the event.

Oct15

PastAuthor EventJuvenile FictionFrederick, MD

Author Talk with Michael Buckley, author of THE WEIRDIES GET WEIRDER

6:00 PM • Thursday, October 15, 2026C. Burr Artz Public LibraryFree

We are excited to welcome bestselling author Michael Buckley to Frederick on Thursday, October 15 from 6:00-7:00 pm at C. Burr Artz Public Library. Join us to hear about Michael’s novel, The Weirdies Get Weirder. Michael will be in-conversation with graphic novelist Gabbie Benda. Following their conversation, Michael will answer questions and sign books. Copies of The Weirdies Get Weirder will be available for purchase at the event. Location: C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick Street, Frederick, MD, 21701 This event is free and open to the public. We are proud to partner with Frederick County Public Libraries for this event. For accessibility requests, email events@curiousiguana.com at least two (2) weeks prior to the event.

Oct14

PastAuthor EventThrillerFrederick, MD

Author Talk by thriller author Alma Katsu, author of INCARNATE

6:00 PM • Wednesday, October 14, 2026C. Burr Artz Public LibraryFree

Join us for another thrilling evening with author Alma Katsu at C. Burr Artz Public Library on Wednesday, October 14 from 6:00-7:00 pm. Drawing on her background as a former tech futurist for the intelligence community, Alma will be presenting about her latest fiction novel, Incarnate to discuss the dangers of technology, deep fakes, and the wide-spread impact of social media on our society today. Following her presentation, Alma will answer questions and sign books. Copies of Incarnate will be available for purchase at the event. Location: C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701 This event is free and open to the public. We are proud to partner with Frederick County Public Libraries for this event. For accessibility requests, email events@curiousiguana.com at least two (2) weeks prior to the event.

Oct5

PastBook ClubFrederick, MD

Book Club: Unraveled Readers

6:30 PM • Monday, October 5, 2026RAK Brewing Co.Free

Love books and getting crafty? Join Curious Iguana Books and Magpie Fibers on the first Monday of the month from 6:30-8:30 PM for fresh reads and creative projects! The Unraveled Readers Book Club meets at RAK Brewing Co. in Downtown Frederick. Copies of each monthly title will be available for purchase at book club meetings and are 20% off through Curious Iguana Books (just mention Unraveled Readers at checkout). Craft materials will be provided by Magpie Fibers at book club meetings and will also be available at their storefront in Downtown Frederick, located at 154 N Market St, Frederick, MD 21701. In order to plan accordingly, please RSVP. Please join us on Instagram for the most up-to-date information: @unraveledreaders Questions? Feel free to contact book club organizer Rebecca Drake via email: events@curiousiguana.com.

Oct3

PastCraftPicture BooksFrederick, MD

Story Time & Craft with Children's Author Melinda Beatty, author of WHAT IS A PIRATE?

11:30 AM • Saturday, October 3, 2026C. Burr Artz Public LibraryFree

We are delighted to celebrate our very own bookseller and local author Melinda Beatty on Saturday, October 3 from 11:30 am-12:30 pm at C. Burr Artz Public Library. Join us for story time with Mel, where she will read her new book, What Is a Pirate? Following the reading, enjoy a fun craft with the author! Mel will also be available to sign books. Copies of What Is a Pirate? will be available for purchase at the event. Location: C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701 This event is free and open to the public. We are proud to partner with Frederick County Public Libraries for this event. For accessibility requests, email events@curiousiguana.com at least two (2) weeks prior to the event.

Sep29

PastAuthor EventLiterary FictionFrederick, MD

Author Talk with Susan Coll, author of WORD SALAD

6:00 PM • Tuesday, September 29, 2026C. Burr Artz Public LibraryFree

Join Curious Iguana at C. Burr Artz Public Library for a fun evening with bestselling author Susan Coll on Tuesday, September 29 from 6:00-7:00 pm to celebrate her latest release, Word Salad! The story follows Matilda as she returns home to D.C. to care for her ailing mother, takes on a new job at a local bookstore, and finds herself in the middle of a surprising turn of bookish events. Susan will be in-conversation with Holly Smith, editor-in-chief of the Washington Independent Review of Books. Following the discussion, Susan will answer questions and sign books. Copies of Word Salad will be available for purchase at the event. Location: C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701 This event is free and open to the public. We are proud to partner with Frederick County Public Libraries for this event. For accessibility requests, email events@curiousiguana.com at least two (2) weeks prior to the event.

Sep24

PastAuthor EventMiddle GradeFrederick, MD

Author Talk with Huda Al-Marashi, author of HAIL MARIAM

6:00 PM • Thursday, September 24, 2026C. Burr Artz Public LibraryFree

A special invite for new 6th graders: Join Curious Iguana on Thursday, September 24 from 6:00-7:00 pm at C. Burr Artz Public Library to celebrate the new release from middle-grade author Huda Al-Marashi, Hail Mariam. Starting middle school is challenging enough, but when young Muslim Mariam’s sister is diagnosed with a serious lung condition, Mariam wonders if she’ll have to tackle her concerns about playing Mother Mary in a Christian play on her own. Huda will be in-conversation with fellow middle-grade author Hena Khan. Following their conversation, Huda will answer questions and sign books. Copies of Hail Mariam will be available for purchase at the event. Location: C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701 This event is free and open to the public. We are proud to partner with Frederick County Public Libraries for this event. For accessibility requests, email events@curiousiguana.com at least two (2) weeks prior to the event.

Sep22

PastAuthor EventLGBTQFrederick, MD

Book Launch for SO IT GROWS by Queer Romance Author Andie Burke

6:00 PM • Tuesday, September 22, 2026Frederick Book Arts CenterFree

We are excited to celebrate local romance author Andie Burke on Tuesday, September 22 from 6:00-7:00 pm at Frederick Book Arts Center. Join us to hear about Andie’s new novel, So It Grows! The story follows new plant shop owner Felicity as she teams up with her hot business rival Nicolas to face off against a greedy developer threatening both their businesses. Andie will be in-conversation with Chip Pons, USA Today bestselling author of Dearly Departed. Following their conversation, Andie will answer questions and sign books. Copies of So It Grows will be available for purchase at the event. We are thrilled that Take Root is joining us with some plants for sale from their local shop! Take Root is a welcoming and vibrant interior plant shop located in the heart of historic Downtown Frederick, MD specializing in a variety of stunning houseplants and accessories. Location: Frederick Book Arts Center, 127 S. Carroll Street, Frederick, MD 21701 This event is free and open to the public. We are proud to partner with Frederick Book Arts Center and Take Root for this event. For accessibility requests, email events@curiousiguana.com at least two (2) weeks prior to the event.