Mechanics' Institute is delighted to collaborate with Catamaran to celebrate their Spring 2024 edition. Featured writers include Andrew Fague, Charles Hood, Amethyst Loscocco, Lou Mathews, Claire Oshetsky, Alison Turner, and Todd Turnidge, who will read from their works.
The History, Significance, and Artistry of Book Embroidery Hosted by Erin Fletcher of Herringbone Bindery Join the American Bookbinders Museum on May 18th at 11 am PST in a discussion with book embroiderer Erin Fletcher. Fletcher will explore the history of embroidered bindings leading up to contemporary binders in the craft. Fletcher will also talk about the […]
Please join SF in SF for an evening with Samantha Mills and Hana Lee at the American Bookbinders Museum! The authors will read a selection from their work, participate in a Q and A, and then they will sign books. The event will be moderated by author Cliff Winnig. About the Authors: SAMANTHA MILLS is a […]
Dive deep into the mystical world of tarot with Christopher Marmolejo's enthralling Red Tarot, heralding the approach of World Tarot Day. From 6:00 to 6:30 pm, immerse yourself in a participatory reception where the arcane meets the literary; pull a card from your deck, share its story, and partake in personal discoveries. Delve into Red Tarot and its influences […]
Join us for the launch party celebrating R.O. Kwon's highly-anticipated second novel, EXHIBIT! Kwon will be joined in-conversation by Ingrid Rojas Contreras. Meet us at the historic Verdi Club for a night of literary splendor. VIP tickets available for meet-and-greet preparty (6 pm start) with Kwon plus a copy of the book, a drink ticket, and more.
Are you a developmental editor, or interested in developmental editing? Join us for an informal chat about this fun and fascinating variety of editing. This event is free to attend and open to all editors. Please register for free via the button below, or, if you are a logged-in member, you can find the Zoom information […]
Are you a technical editor, or interested in learning about technical editing? Join a friendly discussion of editing in technical fields. This event is free to attend and open to all editors. Please register for free via the button below, or, if you are a logged-in member, you can find the Zoom information on this page.
Craig Frazier visits the Archive to share his new book, Drawn, his career as a designer and illustrator, and his obsession with big ideas. As an internationally recognized designer and illustrator, Craig’s work is known for its simplicity, intelligence, and wit. He will talk about his orientation to design as a drawer which eventually led to […]
Join us, either in person or on Zoom, to socialize with BAIPA members and learn what’s happening with print-on-demand publishing and distribution in 2024.
Various Venues in Downtown Berkeley Top Authors * Critical Conversations * Writers’ Day Outdoor Fair/Literary Marketplace (Sunday only) Free Admission
AI is here to stay. Now what? Confused about the basics? What kinds of tools are out there? How could you be using it… and should you? Join us as our panelists share their expertise and help authors navigate these technical and ethical challenges.
Joins us as we learn from one of our Bay Area Book Artists members.