Limelight

An Instant Classic!

Broadway star and author ANDREW KEENAN-BOLGER is joining us for a celebration of his dazzling YA novel, Limelight! It's a story about discovering your voice, finding your family, and figuring out who, and where, you’re really meant to be. 

He'll be in conversation with the incredible CASEY MCQUISTON, author of Red, White & Royal Blue. Listen in as they discuss this wonderful read and all things writing—it's going to be a fantastic evening!

Monday, April 27th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!

Sixteen Games of Hide and Seek

Ready or Not, Here I Come!

If you're seeking an amazing new picture book then look no further! Join us for a storytime with author STEPHEN BARR and illustrator STEVE TEARE as they read their splendid new picture book, Sixteen Games of Hide and Seek. This is a touching tribute to parental love and a timeless game. With standout, candy-colored illustrations and a wonderfully-written story, it's a book—and an event—that you'll surely adore!

Sunday, May 17th at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store!

Meet Oliver Jeffers!

Don't miss out on the chance to meet world-renowned author-illustrator OLIVER JEFFERS as we celebrate his delightful picture book, I’m Very Busy: A (Nearly Forgotten) Birthday Book. It's a poignant, boldly illustrated story that shows how friends are more important than the busy-ness of a day. Join us as to hear all about this incredible tale from the mind behind Here We Are, The Day the Crayons Quit, and so many more beloved books. It's going to be an event to remember!

And don't forget to visit our Oliver Jeffers Collection for signed and personalized copies of all your favorite reads from this amazing artist!

Thursday, April 30th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!

125 Wonderful Years of Oz!

May 17th marks the 125th anniversary of the publication of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Join us in-store as we celebrate this momentous occasion! We're thrilled to be hosting a panel of veritable Oz experts, including  DANIELLE PAIGE, author of Dorothy Must Die, ANGELO THOMAS, author of Somewhere..., and PETER GLASSMAN, founder of Books of Wonder and editor of the Books of Wonder Oz books series. Whether you've been a fan for years, or you're just starting to dip your toes into the land of Oz, this is an event that you just can't miss!

And the fun doesn't stop there: visit The World of Oz collection for all your Ozian book needs!

Saturday, May 16th at 2pm at Our 17th St Store!

Dog Meets Dog #1: On the Loose in London!

Going Across the Pond

Get ready for a canine adventure as we welcome author DAN YACCARINO and illustrator ETHAN LONG for the launch of the their brand new chapter book: Dog Meets Dog #1: On the Loose in London! It's a hilarious read full of bold, two-color illustrations and famous British landmarks. Don't miss out on an afternoon of laughs!

Sunday, May 3rd at 2pm at Our 17th St Store!

Piece by Piece: How Stephen Sondheim Made Musical Puzzle Come Alive 

The Making of an Icon

Fans of musical theater won't want to miss out on this picture book biography of the mind behind hit shows including West Side Story, Into the Woods, Sweeney Todd--and many more! Come by for the launch of Piece by Piece: How Stephen Sondheim Made Musical Puzzles Come Alive with author ERIN FRANKEL. Young readers will delight in the story of Sondheim learning to assemble the puzzle pieces of musical storytelling and the expressive, mixed-media depictions of that process. This book inspires--whether you're a theater enthusiast or not. Come celebrate its release with us!

Sunday, May 17th at 2pm at Our 17th St Store!

Voldemort: The Definitive Study of Tom Riddle

Un-riddling the Dark Lord

Fans of Harry Potter and the wizarding world won't want to miss out on this fantastic event! Join us for the launch of Voldemort: The Definitive Study of Tom Riddle—the Man Who Would Become “He Who Must Not Be Named”. Author GRACE CANDIDO-BEECHER will be joining us for a conversation with IRVIN KHAYTMAN, author of Malfoy: The Fall and the Fate of the Wizarding World's Most Treacherous Family. Grab a seat and listen as they discuss this fascinating new read!

Thursday, May 7th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!

Daniel's Dream

Dreaming Big!

Come meet Michelin-star chef and author DANIEL HUMM as we celebrate his fantastic debut picture book, Daniel's Dream. This story teaches young readers that no dream is too big. With bright, beautiful illustrations and a heartwarming message, it's a read that you and your young ones just can't miss. Join us for a wonderful event!

Sunday, May 31st at 2pm at Our 17th St Store!

A Garden for Lili

The Joys of Urban Gardening

Award-winning author-illustrator MELISSA IWAI is coming by for a storytime with her new picture book, A Garden for Lili. It's a sweet tale about independence and the joys of urban gardening. With warm, inviting illustrations and rich backmatter full of gardening tips, it's the perfect read to usher in spring. Come grab a seat and listen in!

Saturday, May 16th at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store!

Bad Badger: A Family Story

A Cozy, Heartwarming Tale

We're so very excited to welcome author MARYROSE WOOD for the launch of her Kirkus, Booklist, and School Library Journal-starred novel, Bad Badger: A Family Story. She'll be in conversation with REBECCA STEAD, Newbery medal-winning author of The Experiment. Come listen in as they discuss this amazing new read!

Tuesday, May 5th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!

You’re Dead to Me, Reed Walker

Rivals to Ghosts to Lovers

Don't miss out on the launch of an amazing YA supernatural romcom novel: You're Dead to Me, Reed Walker.

With likeable leads, tantalizing romance, and razor-sharp writing, its a page turner from start to finish. Author GWENYTH REITZ will be in conversation with ELLE GONZALEZ ROSE, author of Marisol Acts the Part. Come grab a seat and listen in as they discuss this brilliant new read!

Monday, May 11th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!

A Knot Is Not a Tangle

Embracing Imperfection

Come join us for the NYC launch of A Knot is Not a Tangle with author DANIEL NAYERI and illustrator VESPER STAMPER. This Kirkus-starred picture book follows an Iranian boy and his grandmother as they weave a new rug together. This is a tale about embracing flaws, told with meditative prose and beautiful illustrations. Join us as we celebrate its release!

Saturday, May 2nd at 2pm at Our 17th St Store!

2026 Edgar Award Celebration

The Best in the Mystery Genre

The Edgar Awards are extremely prestigious awards given annually to the best new novels and short stories in the mystery genre. Books of Wonder is so excited to be hosting a panel of some of this year's amazing nominees. Nominated for best young adult fiction, we're thrilled to welcome LIBBA BRAY, author of Under the Same Stars, and JAY MARTEL, author of Codebreaker. Nominated for best juvenile fiction, we're delighted to be hosting ERIN SODERBERG DOWNING, author of What Happened Then. These are intricately crafted, propulsive reads, written by masters at their craft. Join us as we celebrate them!

Tuesday, April 28th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!

SideQuested: Book 1

Finding the Source Of Magic

Romance, sorcery, and talking vultures await at the NYC launch for SideQuested: Book 1! We're thrilled to be hosting author K.B. SPANGLER and illustrator ALE PRESSER as we celebrate the release of their fantastical middle grade graphic novel. It's a wonderful adventure story, chock-full of memorable characters and hilarious dialogue. Don't miss out on this amazing event! 

Sunday, April 19th at 2pm at Our 17th St Store! 

Biscuit Rides the Ferry

Biscuit's 30th Birthday Party!

Join us as we celebrate Biscuit the dog's 30th birthday—and the release of his latest tale, Biscuit Rides the Ferry. We're delighted to welcome author ALYSSA SATIN CAPUCILLI and illustrator PAT SCHORIES for an afternoon of fun. And that's not all: you and your young ones will get to meet Biscuit himself! Don't miss out on the chance to take a picture with an iconic (and adorable!) character from children's literature. It's going to be a doggone good time!

Keep the celebration going by exploring the Biscuit's 30th Birthday Party Collection! 

Saturday, May 9th at 2pm at Our 17th St Store! 

Three Pieces of Broken Glass

The Beauty in Broken Things

Author EMILY BARTH ISLER and illustrator VESPER STAMPER are joining us for the NYC launch of their Kirkus-starred new picture book, Three Pieces of Broken Glass.

This is a soul-stirring tale, with gorgeous, colorful illustrations, and an extremely important message about seeing the beauty in broken things. Come celebrate its release!

Monday, May 18th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!

An Unforgettable Summer!

Get ready for kid-kings, kid-run saloons, and a town-wide game of capture the flag as we celebrate the release of The Endless Game with author J.D. AMATO and illustrator SOPHIE MORSE. It’s a perfectly crafted story about learning how you want to fit into the world, the power of friendship, and having an unforgettable summer! You don't want to miss out on this amazing read -- or this incredible event!

Sunday, April 26th at 2pm at Our 17th St Store!

A New Day Begins!

Author MAYA MYERS and illustrator JENNIFER K. MANN are joining us for a storytime with their incredible, Kirkus-starred picture book: Good Morning, Morning!  It's a meditative read-aloud, perfect for restless youngsters learning to self-soothe and for families that just love the outdoors. Don't miss out on this delightful event!

Sunday, April 26th at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store!

Taking in the Sights!

Come by for a New York City themed storytime as we welcome author CRISTINA ERGUNAY with her new picture book, Central Park: Adventures Through the Seasons. 

It's the perfect travel guide and souvenir for both local families and families in love with the city. Grab a seat and listen in!

And don't miss out on Cristina's bedtime board book, Bedtime for Cranky Crab!

Saturday, April 18th at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store!

Unexpected Friendships!

We're delighted to be hosting author SAYURI STABROWSKI for a wonderfully wintery storytime with her debut picture book, Arlo All Over Again! It's a touching tale about how new friendships can help us to get out of our comfort zones and build our confidence. Come by for a reading of this brilliant story!

Sunday, April 19th at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store!

The Fight of Our Lives: AIDS in America

An Essential Read

Award-winning author DAVID LEVITHAN and scholar GABRIEL DUCKELS are joining us for the launch of their Kirkus-starred YA nonfiction book, The Fight of Our Lives: AIDS in America. This is an extremely well-researched and expertly presented account of the AIDS crisis in the United States, detailing a period in US history that everyone should know about. Join us as we celebrate its release!

Tuesday, April 21st at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!

Reverse Heist!

Come celebrate the release of a middle grade tale full of mystery and thrills! We're delighted to welcome New York Times bestselling author SAYANTANI DASGUPTA for the launch of her latest page-turner: Theft of the Ruby Lotus! It's a New York-based story full of twists, turns, and terrific characters. Sayantani will be in conversation with PETER LERANGIS, author of the incredible (and also New York-based) Beasties and 39 Clues: Sword Thief: A Graphic Novel. Don't miss out on this delightful event! 

Friday, April 17th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!