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Author Talks

Literary Lunch Series

Our Literary Lunch Series hosts New England authors with recently-released work in conversation with a literary friend, colleague, or Maine community partner. Bring your lunch and join us!


Spotlight Lecture Series

Portland Public Library hosts nationally touring authors in conversation with another author or community partner. The series is co-hosted by Portland Public Library and sponsored by the Press Hotel and Bangor Savings Bank.


Read Your Mind

Read Your Mind: Exploring Mental Health in Teen Books features YA authors and community health experts in conversation about teen mental health and wellness. This series is co-hosted by Lewiston Public Library.


Portland Poet Laureate

The Portland Poet Laureate is an honorary position helping to promote and win new audiences to the art of poetry. Attend their events to celebrate poetry in Portland.

Upcoming Events:
Apr13
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
Apr27
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
May11
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
May25
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
Jun08
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
Jun22
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
Jul06
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
Jul20
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
Aug03
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
Aug17
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
Aug31
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
Sep14
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
Sep28
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
Oct12
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!
Oct26
Blurb Club in Mechanics' Hall
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Mechanics' Hall Audience: Adults, Seniors Join us every other Thursday at noon in Mechanics' Hall for Blurb Club, the book club where you might just find your new favorite book!