Virtual Romance Events, July and Beyond!

I’ve been doing some posts about romance gatherings in various locations, but clearly, that was in the Before Times. During the Quarantimes, we do all the things virtually! Earbuds, cocktails, and comfy pants (look, let’s be real, pants are very optional in this scenario.)

I’ve got a whole bunch of events to tell you about online, and I’m going to list them chronologically. Put them in your calendars and check the cabinets for snacks and drinks, because there are several opportunities ahoy to gather with your fellow romance fans online!

June 30, 2020

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7:00pm ET: Martha Waters and Sarah Hogle in conversation with Amanda

Join us on Zoom for a great night of conversation about these two new romances with their authors, in conversation with our romance expert/bookseller, Amanda. We can’t guarantee that there won’t be any pranks involved.

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July 2, 2020

5:30pm PT: Escondido Library Between the Covers Book Club

July’s book: A Long Petal of the Sea by Isabel Allende – on Zoom!

Join us at Between the Covers Book Club to meet other romance readers in the community, chat about your favorite romances, and discuss the month’s reading selection.

All are welcome! For zoom invite, email Jessica Buck.

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6:30pm ET: Maggie Tokuda-Hall in conversation with Amanda in support of Read it Forward, hosted by Belmont Books

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Please join us for a night of conversation with debut novelist, Maggie Tokuda-Hall, ~~with our excellent bookseller, Amanda!~~ Update! Amanda had a family emergency, so I (Sarah) will be hosting this event!

This event will be held on Crowdcast. Register here. Please consider making a donation to Read It Forward when you register.

The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea is part of Belmont Books’ Read It Forward book donation program, which provides new books to families in need through school and community programs in Belmont, Arlington, Watertown, and Waltham. Many thanks to Somerville-based Candlewick Press for its support.

Ed note: “excellent bookseller Amanda” is the same person as OUR Amanda here at SBTB, and she is indeed excellent. Also, Maggie Tokuda-Hall was a guest on a recent podcast, and she’s terrific fun to listen to!

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July 7, 2020

7:00pm: Cue The Fireworks: 6 Historical Romance Authors Talk All Things Love

East City Bookshop welcomes historical romance authors Sarah Maclean, Vanessa Riley, Joanna Shupe, Caroline Linden, Olivia Waite, and Scarlett Peckham for “Cue the Fireworks,” a panel about all things love.

There’s no fee for this event, but RSVPs are required. And, attendees can buy signed books by ALL the authors!

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