Readings and book signings given by traditionally or hybrid press published authors with a book out in the last year. Quarterly on usually the fourth Thursday of the month, except for in April, 6-9 PM, starting January 23, 2025.

For 2025: January 23 (Larissa Antonioni), April 12 (Lake Lit’s grand opening, featuring poetry by James Hamilton, Luke Welch, and student voices), July 24, October 23

Readings and author signings given by self-published/indie authors. Quarterly on the fourth Thursdays of the month, 6-8 PM, starting February 27, 2025.

For 2025: February 27 (Sarah Razner), May 22, August 28

Established authors with published books but not necessarily with a new book out in the past year. The Trophic State Reading Series offers a ticketed, three-hour writing workshop with a free and open to the public author reading afterward. Select Thursdays, 4-9 PM, starting June 2025.

For 2025: June 4 (Tamara Dean), September 25 (Christina Kubasta)