Books, Authors & More
Sydnee chats with authors, libraries, book lovers and more.
Sydnee chats with authors, libraries, book lovers and more.
Author Chat with Elijah Canfield
Elijah Canfield writes intelligent science fiction about artificial intelligence, first contact, and the consequences of discovering truths humanity may not be ready to understand. With a background in engineering and entrepreneurship, he approaches speculative fiction through systems, consequences, and the question of what happens when technological capability begins moving faster than human wisdom. RESET grew out of that work, and out of a simple unease about what capable systems might notice before anyone asks them to.
Elijah Canfield writes intelligent science fiction about artificial intelligence, first contact, and the consequences of discovering truths humanity may not be ready to understand. With a background in engineering and entrepreneurship, he approaches speculative fiction through systems, consequences, and the question of what happens when technological capability begins moving faster than human wisdom. RESET grew out of that work, and out of a simple unease about what capable systems might notice before anyone asks them to.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Started by Dolly Parton in 1995, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is a program that will mail one free book every month to each registered child from birth to age five. Wayne State University is part of the chapter organizations of the Imagination Library that now exist worldwide.
Started by Dolly Parton in 1995, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is a program that will mail one free book every month to each registered child from birth to age five. Wayne State University is part of the chapter organizations of the Imagination Library that now exist worldwide.
Book Chat with Sumi
Sydnee chat with fellow book enthusiasts, Sumi. Sumi uses her social media platform to promote reading with great recommendations and honest reviews. Her videos prove that reading can be fun for all ages!
Sydnee chat with fellow book enthusiasts, Sumi. Sumi uses her social media platform to promote reading with great recommendations and honest reviews. Her videos prove that reading can be fun for all ages!
Historical Suspense with Janyre Tromp
Janyre Tromp is an award-winning, best-selling historical suspense novelist who writes fiery myth-laced tales that, at their core, hunt for beauty—even when it isn’t pretty. Her atmospheric books include Burning the Raven Tree, The Scorpion Thief, Darkness Calls the Tiger, and Shadows in the Mind’s Eye.
Janyre Tromp is an award-winning, best-selling historical suspense novelist who writes fiery myth-laced tales that, at their core, hunt for beauty—even when it isn’t pretty. Her atmospheric books include Burning the Raven Tree, The Scorpion Thief, Darkness Calls the Tiger, and Shadows in the Mind’s Eye.
Author Chat with Chloe Gong
Chloe Gong is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of critically acclaimed fantasy and science fiction novels, including These Violent Delights, Immortal Longings, and Coldwire. Her books have been published in over twenty countries and she was named one of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 for 2024.
Chloe Gong is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of critically acclaimed fantasy and science fiction novels, including These Violent Delights, Immortal Longings, and Coldwire. Her books have been published in over twenty countries and she was named one of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 for 2024.
'Hawk & Sparrow' with Ayana Gray
Ayana Gray is the New York Times–bestselling author of the critically acclaimed young adult Beasts of Prey trilogy, as well as I, Medusa, her first novel for adults. Originally from Atlanta, she now lives among the rolling hills and tangling rivers of Arkansas. Her upcoming YA novel is Hawk & Sparrow, releasing in September 2026.
Ayana Gray is the New York Times–bestselling author of the critically acclaimed young adult Beasts of Prey trilogy, as well as I, Medusa, her first novel for adults. Originally from Atlanta, she now lives among the rolling hills and tangling rivers of Arkansas. Her upcoming YA novel is Hawk & Sparrow, releasing in September 2026.
Authors, Libraries, Events and More
Sydnee chats with authors, libraries, and companies about all things books and upcoming events.
Sydnee chats with authors, libraries, and companies about all things books and upcoming events.
Southfield Public Library Back-To-School Picks
As kids gear up for back-to-school, what better way to spend some time at the library. Tracy Bedford with Southfield Public Library shares some cool picks for kids.
As kids gear up for back-to-school, what better way to spend some time at the library. Tracy Bedford with Southfield Public Library shares some cool picks for kids.
Author Chat with Duncan Moran
Teacher, poet, and lifelong artist Duncan Spratt Moran has dedicated himself to creating art and helping adolescents unlock their critical thinking and creativity, guiding them on the path to becoming healthy young adults. From his childhood in Atlanta, Georgia, to his professional career in Northern Michigan, Duncan has always been enchanted by the beauty of nature, a love exuberantly reflected in his art.
Teacher, poet, and lifelong artist Duncan Spratt Moran has dedicated himself to creating art and helping adolescents unlock their critical thinking and creativity, guiding them on the path to becoming healthy young adults. From his childhood in Atlanta, Georgia, to his professional career in Northern Michigan, Duncan has always been enchanted by the beauty of nature, a love exuberantly reflected in his art.
Cranbrook Institute of Science First-Ever Adult Book Fair
Cranbrook Institute of Science invites book lovers, avid readers, and literary enthusiasts to experience its inaugural After Dark: Pages & Pours, a new 21+ event that transforms the museum into a celebration of books, storytelling, and community.
Cranbrook Institute of Science invites book lovers, avid readers, and literary enthusiasts to experience its inaugural After Dark: Pages & Pours, a new 21+ event that transforms the museum into a celebration of books, storytelling, and community.
BrightWorks Coworking Silent Book Club
BrightWorks Coworking is launching a Silent Book Club in Ann Arbor, a welcoming, low-pressure gathering for anyone who enjoys reading. Attendees can bring whatever book they’re currently reading and spend an uninterrupted hour reading, with time before and after to socialize or exchange book recommendations.
BrightWorks Coworking is launching a Silent Book Club in Ann Arbor, a welcoming, low-pressure gathering for anyone who enjoys reading. Attendees can bring whatever book they’re currently reading and spend an uninterrupted hour reading, with time before and after to socialize or exchange book recommendations.
'American Men' with Jordan Ritter Conn
Jordan Ritter Conn is a Senior Staff Writer at The Ringer, where he writes narrative features about sports, culture, and national and international affairs. Internationally, he’s reported on the protest movement in Hong Kong, the refugee experience on the Turkey-Syria border, and more. Domestically, he’s written features about the experiences of immigrants hiding from ICE in Minneapolis, survivors of the Pulse nightclub shooting, and more.
Jordan Ritter Conn is a Senior Staff Writer at The Ringer, where he writes narrative features about sports, culture, and national and international affairs. Internationally, he’s reported on the protest movement in Hong Kong, the refugee experience on the Turkey-Syria border, and more. Domestically, he’s written features about the experiences of immigrants hiding from ICE in Minneapolis, survivors of the Pulse nightclub shooting, and more.
Book Chat with Jen M.
Jen is a book enthusiasts, who uses her social media platform to promote the importance and fun of reading. She includes honest reviews and great recommendations of all genres.
Jen is a book enthusiasts, who uses her social media platform to promote the importance and fun of reading. She includes honest reviews and great recommendations of all genres.
'Ideal Life' with Evelyn Skye
Evelyn Skye is the New York Times bestselling author of several novels, including The Incredible Kindness of Paper and The Hundred Loves of Juliet. A graduate of Stanford University and Harvard Law School, her books have been published worldwide and translated into sixteen languages. Find out more at EvelynSkye.com.
Evelyn Skye is the New York Times bestselling author of several novels, including The Incredible Kindness of Paper and The Hundred Loves of Juliet. A graduate of Stanford University and Harvard Law School, her books have been published worldwide and translated into sixteen languages. Find out more at EvelynSkye.com.
Author Chat with Kekla Magoon
Kekla Magoon writes novels and nonfiction books for children and teens, often on themes of identity, community, empowerment and social justice.
Kekla Magoon writes novels and nonfiction books for children and teens, often on themes of identity, community, empowerment and social justice.
'Cooking From Scratch' with Dasha Banks
Long-time reader, first-time author as of February 2026! If you like feel-good romance with a dash of spice, then you're in the right place. Her goal is to write romance books that feel like hot soup on a chilly day. Dasha likes grown female main characters and love interests with traits beyond growling. Relatable problems? Of course. Drama and internal angst? Duh. Happy endings? Always!
Long-time reader, first-time author as of February 2026! If you like feel-good romance with a dash of spice, then you're in the right place. Her goal is to write romance books that feel like hot soup on a chilly day. Dasha likes grown female main characters and love interests with traits beyond growling. Relatable problems? Of course. Drama and internal angst? Duh. Happy endings? Always!
Book Chat with Natalie
Natalie uses her social media platforms to promote reading in a fun way. She offers reviews, recommendations, and fun chat with well-known bestselling authors.
Natalie uses her social media platforms to promote reading in a fun way. She offers reviews, recommendations, and fun chat with well-known bestselling authors.
90s Nostalgia with Emma Knuckman
Emma Knuckman is a mom and millennial with a serious love for nostalgia and storytelling. In her debut book, she’s bringing the '90s and early 2000s back to life for parents and kids alike—because who doesn’t miss those simpler days? Her mission is to bridge the past and present, using my creativity to craft fun, engaging stories that resonate across generations.
Emma Knuckman is a mom and millennial with a serious love for nostalgia and storytelling. In her debut book, she’s bringing the '90s and early 2000s back to life for parents and kids alike—because who doesn’t miss those simpler days? Her mission is to bridge the past and present, using my creativity to craft fun, engaging stories that resonate across generations.
Thriller Book Chat with Tee & Tam
Tee & Tam are a dynamic duo helping promote the importance of reading. The twins use their social media platform to share amazing book recommendations and honest reviews, while also having fun! Follow them @jojolieegg_books
Tee & Tam are a dynamic duo helping promote the importance of reading. The twins use their social media platform to share amazing book recommendations and honest reviews, while also having fun! Follow them @jojolieegg_books