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The specific details regarding the bills vary between state. But overall, they seek to prohibit schools from using a curriculum or discussing topics of gender identity or sexual orientation.

Fewer than 1 in 5 of eligible voters turn out for a referendum that asked whether President Andrés Manuel López Obrador should end his six-year term barely midway through its term.

After nearly a two-year COVID hiatus, we are thrilled to announce that live and in-person events with the Carlsbad City Library have returned. Please join us live and in-person for this fun Adventure featuring actress and New York Times bestselling author, Annabelle Gurwitch, as she discusses her laugh-old-loud novel, You’re Leaving When?: Adventures in Downward Mobility. This FREE Adventure includes a book discussion, Q&A, author signing, and an opportunity to meet the hilarious Annabelle Gurwitch.

It’s that time of year again – time to turn your clocks back one hour and gain an extra hour of sleep in anticipation of cooler weather, perfect for curling up with a good book. And what better way to fall back in time, to the mid-1860s and late-1960s, than by diving into not one, not two, but three fascinating works of historical fiction. Please join us as we welcome NYT bestselling authors Kristin Harmel, Alka Joshi, and Martha Hall Kelly at our fun Fall Back In Time Dinner Adventure at Café Coyote, as the authors discuss their respective books, "The Forest of Vanishing Stars" (an evocative coming-of-age World War II story based partially on incredible true accounts of survival), "The Secret Keeper of Jaipur," (henna artist Lakshmi arranges for her protégé to intern at the Jaipur Palace), and "Sunflower Sisters" (the story of a Union nurse during the Civil War whose calling leads her to cross paths with a young enslaved girl). Your Adventure includes a signature Cafe Coyote Mexican dinner, chips and salsa, a soft beverage, tax, gratuity, author presentation, book signing, and the opportunity to engage in meaningful and intimate conversation with all three authors. And if you really want the full Stars, Secrets, and Sunflowers experience, make sure to join the VIP Dinner (requires purchase of 3 book discounted bundle), which includes a margarita, and a 30 minute meet and greet with the authors. PLEASE NOTE: Dinner event begins at 3:45 p.m. VIP reception begins at 3 p.m. Only books purchased below or at the event will be eligible for signing.

We are pleased to partner with the Scottsdale (Arizona) Friends of the Library for another fun Bingo (Book Tricks and Treats): A Virtual Adventure! If you are already familiar with our popular Southern California series that features NovelNetwork® authors, you will understand why we receive so many requests to expand the program nationwide. Pivoting to virtual events has made this not only possible, but offers up fun opportunities for exciting partnerships, participation by more of our over 150 book club favorite authors, and space to accommodate many more readers! Just in time to choose some Halloween reads that are filled with book tricks and treats, this free event features presentations by book club favorite authors: Karen White, Sarah Warburton, Laura Morelli, Greta Kelly, Nicola Harrison, and Matt Coyle, an interactive virtual game of bingo, and fun prizes, and all you have to do is show up (and why not invite your book club friends and fellow readers to join in as well) to learn about great new reads to add to your to be read list). Your Adventure includes a book discussion with all six authors, an interactive virtual game of Book Bingo, Q&A, prizes, and the opportunity to meet the authors via Zoom. Books may be ordered for shipping within the U.S. and will include a signed bookplate. Register now

For anyone who has ever loved a dog (or even if you haven’t had the pleasure), this is the don’t miss event of the season, a Friday evening Happy Hour Adventure on Fireside with New York Times and international bestselling author Jenna Blum to discuss her heartfelt memoir, "Woodrow on the Bench." Grab a glass of wine, and maybe a box of tissues, and curl up in your favorite chair for our exclusive Fireside happy hour where you can chat live with Jenna to discuss her book, ask questions, and converse with her “on stage.” Admission to this event is unique, as Fireside Chat is open by invite only. Simply purchase a book below and we will send you a private VIP link to attend the virtual event. If you have an iPhone or iPad, you can join be in the virtual audience, and if not, you can still listen live to the broadcast. Your Adventure includes a hardcover copy of "Woodrow on the Bench," tax, shipping within the U.S. and Canada, a live Fireside chat with Jenna, Q&A, and the opportunity to experience the pre-launch of Jenna’s touching book.

Named one of Time Magazine’s top 100 novels of the century, C.S. Lewis’s "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" is one of the most beloved books of all time. Yet, how many readers know the story behind the story that inspired Lewis to create his magical world of Narnia? Thankfully, New York Times and international bestselling author Patti Callahan Henry’s latest novel, "Once Upon A Wardrobe" sets out to do just that. In this tenderly imagined and enchanting story, Patti pulls back the curtain on the early life of C.S. Lewis. Grab a glass of wine or hot cocoa and curl up in your favorite chair for our exclusive Fireside adventure where you can chat live with Patti to discuss her book, ask questions, and converse live “on stage.” To join our virtual event on the exciting new storytelling platform, Fireside, simply purchase a book below and we will send you a private VIP link to attend the virtual event. If you have an iPhone or iPad, you can be part of the virtual audience to chat live with Patti. With other devices, you can still listen live to the broadcast. Your Adventure includes a hardcover copy of "Once Upon A Wardrobe," tax, shipping within the U.S. and Canada, a live Fireside chat with Patti, Q&A, and the opportunity to experience the pre-launch of Patti’s enchanting book. And if you want the full C.S. Lewis experience, order a discounted two-book “Mr. and Mrs. Lewis” bundle, to include a hardcover copy of "Once Upon a Wardrobe" and a paperback copy of "Becoming Mrs. Lewis."

You may know MICHAEL DELL as the renowned innovator and technology leader who founded Dell Technologies, but you may not know about the three battles waged to build his computer empire: one to launch it, one to keep it, and one to transform it. For the first time, Michael reveals the highs and lows of the company’s evolution amidst a rapidly changing industry—and his own, as he matured into the CEO it needed. In his new book, "Play Nice But Win," Michael recalls, with humor and humility, the mentors who showed him how to turn his passion into a business; the competitors who became friends, foes, or both; and the sharks that circled, looking for weakness. What emerges is the long-term vision underpinning his success: that technology is ultimately about people and their potential. And who better to moderate our Play Nice But Win Adventure with Michael than renowned entrepreneur, Fireside co-founder and Shark Tank TV star MARK CUBAN, who also knows a thing or two about sharks and business. Your Adventure includes a hardcover copy of "Play Nice But Win," tax, shipping within the U.S. and Canada, a live Fireside discussion with Michael in conversation with Mark, Q&A, and the unique opportunity to converse live* on Fireside. *For admission to this event, simply purchase a book and we will send you a private VIP link to attend the virtual event.

Come join us! Sign up to participate in the next event in Macmillan Publisher’s Book + Author series: a virtual book club event with Kristin Hannah for her #1 bestseller "The Four Winds." We’ve partnered with Macmillan to bring this opportunity to book club members across the country, who can tune in to hear a discussion with fellow author Christina Baker Kline and participate in the live Q&A! Although this event is free courtesy of Macmillan Publishers, we encourage you to purchase a copy of "The Four Winds" from Adventures by the Book, to support our ongoing commitment to books and reading.

Artificial intelligence and virtual reality are among the cutting-edge tools employed by the USC Shoah Foundation and Illinois Holocaust Museum