Upcoming events.
America 250 Celebration- SOLD OUT
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with an unforgettable afternoon honoring our nation’s rich history and enduring spirit. Hosted by The Daughters of the American Revolution and Poe and Company Bookstore.
SOLD OUT
Grace Helena Walz in Conversation with Karen White
Grace Helena Walz celebrates her newest book “Pretty as a Peach”.
Join us at Poe and Company for a special evening celebrating “Pretty as a Peach”, the newest novel by local author Grace Helena Walz, releasing July 14th. Grace will be in conversation with author Karen White.
A Romantasy Book Club at Poe & Company: “The Wolves of Ruin” Series by Sable Sorensen
Step into the world of fantasy and love with our Romantasy Book Club! Join fellow readers at Poe & Company Bookstore for a night of lively discussion, magic, and romance. Free to attend—all are welcome!
Romance Book Club: “Things We Never Got Over” by Lucy Score
Meet your new favorite night out: Babbling Book Club!
This romance-focused book club is all about great stories, good conversation, and a little bit of fun along the way. Whether you love slow burns, enemies-to-lovers, or a little drama, there’s a place for you here.
Jennifer Moorman Author Event
Wrap Up Our Summer Wednesday Story Time Series!
Join us for the final Summer Wednesday Story Time featuring local author Jennifer Moorman!
Jennifer, author of “Willa and the Way Home”, “Strawberry's Sweet Surprise”, and “The Charmed Library”, will be our special guest reader on Wednesday, August 5.
Stay after story time to meet Jennifer and have your books personally signed!
Poe & Company Book Club - “Strangers” by Belle Burden
Join us for the Poe & Company Book Club as we explore “Strangers” by Belle Burden.
ACOTAR Book Club
Join us for our ACOTAR Book Club from May through September! We’ll journey through the beloved “A Court of Thorns and Roses” series together. For this meeting, come ready to discuss Book 5—whether you’re a longtime fan or reading for the first time, all are welcome!
This is a free event, and to make the evening even more fun and relaxing, we’ll have themed coloring pages available during book club.
Monic Scheidt Author Event
Meet Author Monica Scheidt at Poe & Company!
Join us for a special book signing and author talk with Monica Scheidt, celebrating her inspiring new book, “Tent Pegs: How God Builds Family Legacy Through Ordinary Moments”.
What does it truly mean to leave a legacy? Is it found in the possessions we pass down, or in the love, faith, and everyday moments we share with those around us?
Through heartfelt stories and thoughtful reflections, Monica—mother of eleven—explores how God uses the ordinary rhythms of family life to shape lasting legacies. Like tent pegs driven firmly into the ground, these small, faithful moments become anchors for generations to come.
Come hear Monica's inspiring message, ask questions, and have your copy of “Tent Pegs” personally signed.
Killer Reads: A Thriller Book Club - “Never Turn Back” by Christopher Swann
Love a good page-turner that keeps you up at night? Join us for "Killer Reads," our brand-new book club for fans of suspense, psychological thrillers, and atmospheric mysteries.
Crabapple Summer Stroll
This free community event offers a wonderful opportunity to meet one of today's most beloved storytellers!
Silent Book Club at Poe & Company
Craving quiet time with a good book—and good company? Join us for our Silent Book Club, a low-pressure gathering where you bring your own book and read alongside fellow book lovers. We chat for 30 minutes, read silently for an hour, then wrap up with more relaxed conversation. Come as you are, read what you love.
A Romantasy Book Club at Poe & Company: “Light Wielder” by Rachel Schneider.
Step into the world of fantasy and love with our Romantasy Book Club! Join fellow readers at Poe & Company Bookstore for a night of lively discussion, magic, and romance. Free to attend—all are welcome!
Kristy Woodson Harvey Book Launch
Join us for a special evening celebrating the launch of “Falling for Peachtree Bluff”, the highly anticipated fifth novel in the beloved Peachtree Bluff series, with New York Times bestselling author Kristy Woodson Harvey.
This event will be held at Blesses Trinity Catholic High School Auditorium
Killer Reads: A Thriller Book Club - “This Story Might Save Your Life” by Tiffany Crum
Love a good page-turner that keeps you up at night? Join us for "Killer Reads," our brand-new book club for fans of suspense, psychological thrillers, and atmospheric mysteries.
Cookbook Club - “Amrikan: 125 Recipes from the Indian American Diaspora”
Our Cookbook Club is part book club, part potluck—everyone picks a recipe from the same cookbook, makes it at home, and brings it to share. We’ll taste our way through the book together, swapping notes on what we loved, what we’d tweak, and which dishes are worth making again.
April’s Book Pick: “Amrikan: 125 Recipes from the Indian American Diaspora” Khushbu Shah
Sloan Sullivan Author Event
Children’s author Sloan Sullivan will be joining us at Poe & Company to share her book “The Blueberries of Life” with us!
Read Write Create Character Creator Workshop
Looking for a fun and creative summer activity for your child? Join Matthew Young from Read Write Create at Poe and Company for an exciting hands-on workshop this summer!
The workshop is designed for kids ages 8-12 who love to draw, write, tell stories and get creative!
The $50 class fee includes a hands-on instructional workshop, workbook, tablet holder and a set of colored pencils for each participant.
Come create with us!
Crabapple Summer Stroll with Mary Kay Andrews
Crabapple Summer Stroll at Poe and Company, with Mary Kay Andrews!
Join us for a special evening with bestselling author Mary Kay Andrews as she celebrates the release of her newest novel, “Road Trip”, during the Crabapple Summer Stroll!
This free community event offers a wonderful opportunity to meet one of today's most beloved storytellers and celebrate the launch of her latest summer read.
ACOTAR Book Club: “A Court of Frost & Starlight”
Join us for our ACOTAR Book Club from May through September! We’ll journey through the beloved “A Court of Thorns and Roses” series together. For this meeting, come ready to discuss Book 4—whether you’re a longtime fan or reading for the first time, all are welcome!
This is a free event, and to make the evening even more fun and relaxing, we’ll have themed coloring pages available during book club.
Write Club: A Night for Writers Who Want to Fight the Blank Page
Join us at Poe & Co Bookstore for "Write Club"—a high-energy writing night where the first rule is you absolutely talk about Write Club. We’ll kick things off by connecting, chatting, and sharing ideas before diving into two rounds of focused 45-minute solo writing sprints. Whether you're tackling a novel, journaling, or just trying to get started, this is your space to show up, throw some punches at procrastination, and finally get words on the page.
Open to all experience levels. Bring your laptop, notebook, or typewriter—whatever helps you fight back against the blank page.
Mahjong 102
Join us at Poe & Company for Mahjong 102—an intermediate-level class designed for players who already know the basics and are ready to build confidence, strategy, and speed.
Tickets are $75. Please call the shop to secure your spot!
Eliza Knight Author Event
Join us as we celebrate author Eliza Knight's newest novel, “Lost in the Summer of '69”. This multi‑generational, music‑driven road trip novel is set in the summer of 1969, blending nostalgia, family bonds, and second chances.
Romance Book Club: “The Deal” by Elle Kennedy
Meet your new favorite night out: Babbling Book Club!
This romance-focused book club is all about great stories, good conversation, and a little bit of fun along the way. Whether you love slow burns, enemies-to-lovers, or a little drama, there’s a place for you here.
We will be reading “The Deal” by Elle Kennedy.
Poe & Company Book Club - “Buckeye” by Patrick Ryan
Join us for the Poe & Company Book Club as we explore “Buckeye” by Patrick Ryan.
A Romantasy Book Club at Poe & Company: “Wild Reverence” by Rebecca Ross
Step into the world of fantasy and love with our Romantasy Book Club! Join fellow readers at Poe & Company Bookstore for a night of lively discussion, magic, and romance. Free to attend—all are welcome!
Mahjong 102
Join us at Poe & Company for Mahjong 102—an intermediate-level class designed for players who already know the basics and are ready to build confidence, strategy, and speed.
Tickets are $75 per class or $135 for both 101 and 102. Please call the shop to secure your spot!
Tinsley English Author Event
Author of Leading Through the Pause Comes to Poe and Company
We’re excited to welcome Tinsley English to our bookstore for a special discussion of her book, “Leading Through the Pause”.
Kevin Powers Author Event
Join us for a special evening with acclaimed author Kevin Powers at Poe & Company Bookstore. Powers will be celebrating the release of his powerful new novel, “The Children of the Wild”, which officially hits shelves on June 9th. Known for his lyrical prose and deeply human storytelling, Powers returns with a gripping and thought-provoking work that’s sure to spark conversation.
Romance Book Club: Babbling Book Club
Meet your new favorite night out: Babbling Book Club!
This romance-focused book club is all about great stories, good conversation, and a little bit of fun along the way. Whether you love slow burns, enemies-to-lovers, or a little drama, there’s a place for you here.
Our first meeting is all about kicking things off—getting to know each other, sharing favorite reads, and deciding together which book we’ll dive into first.
Crabapple Summer Stroll
Join us during the Crabapple Summer Stroll for a special afternoon with children’s authors Rena Olson, Kesha Grant, and Kate Seng! Stop by the events area for a casual meet-and-greet where young readers and families can chat with the authors, discover their books, and celebrate a fun-filled summer of stories and community.
Brynn Barineau Author Event
Barineau will be in conversation with fellow author Kimberly Brock discussing the inspiration, themes, and storytelling behind this evocative new work. Expect a lively, thoughtful discussion followed by an opportunity to meet both authors and have your book signed.
General Admission is free! Reserve your spot below.
Killer Reads: A Thriller Book Club - “My Husbands Wife” by Alice Feeney
Love a good page-turner that keeps you up at night? Join us for "Killer Reads," our brand-new book club for fans of suspense, psychological thrillers, and atmospheric mysteries.
Cookbook Club - “Amrikan: 125 Recipes from the Indian American Diaspora”
Our Cookbook Club is part book club, part potluck—everyone picks a recipe from the same cookbook, makes it at home, and brings it to share. We’ll taste our way through the book together, swapping notes on what we loved, what we’d tweak, and which dishes are worth making again.
April’s Book Pick: “Amrikan: 125 Recipes from the Indian American Diaspora” Khushbu Shah
Mahjong 101
You will learn the basics of gameplay, tiles, and scoring through hands-on practice. No prior experience required—just bring your curiosity and enjoy an engaging introduction to this classic strategy game.
Tickets $75 per class or $135 for both 101 and 102. Please call our store to secure a spot!
ACOTAR Book Club
Join us for our ACOTAR Book Club from May through September! We’ll journey through the beloved “A Court of Thorns and Roses” series together. For this meeting, come ready to discuss Book 3—whether you’re a longtime fan or reading for the first time, all are welcome!
This is a free event, and to make the evening even more fun and relaxing, we’ll have themed coloring pages available during book club.
Tim Brown Author Event
Join us for an engaging evening with author Tim Brown as he discusses “Nolan: The Singular Life of an American Original”, a compelling portrait of one of baseball’s most fascinating figures.
This event will be at the Lawrenceville Library (455 Camp Perrin Road, Lawrenceville GA 30043)
Mahjong 102
Join us at Poe & Company for Mahjong 102—an intermediate-level class designed for players who already know the basics and are ready to build confidence, strategy, and speed.
$75 for Mahjong 102. Please call the shop to secure your spot!
Poe & Company Book Club - “The Bright Years” by Sarah Damoff
Join us for the Poe & Company Book Club as we explore “The Bright Years” by Sarah Damoff.
Mahjong 101
You will learn the basics of gameplay, tiles, and scoring through hands-on practice. No prior experience required—just bring your curiosity and enjoy an engaging introduction to this classic strategy game.
Tickets are $75. Please call our store to secure a spot!
A Romantasy Book Club at Poe & Company: “The Song of Achilles” by Madeline Miller
Step into the world of fantasy and love with our Romantasy Book Club! Join fellow readers at Poe & Company Bookstore for a night of lively discussion, magic, and romance. Free to attend—all are welcome!
Alpharetta Library Historical Fiction Author Event
Love Historical Fiction? This event is for you!
Join us at the Alpharetta Library for an engaging and inspiring evening with four acclaimed historical fiction authors: Madeline Martin, Lynn Cullen, Katherine Scott Crawford, and Kimberly Brock.
This special author panel brings together celebrated voices in historical fiction to discuss their writing processes, the art of bringing the past to life, and the real stories that inspire their novels. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear behind-the-scenes insights, explore the rich historical settings featured in their work, and participate in a lively Q&A session.
Whether you’re a devoted reader of historical fiction or simply curious about storytelling rooted in history, this free event offers a unique chance to connect with four talented authors in an intimate and welcoming setting.
Cookbook Club - “Vietnamese Food Any Day” by Andrea Nguyen
Our Cookbook Club is part book club, part potluck—everyone picks a recipe from the same cookbook, makes it at home, and brings it to share. We’ll taste our way through the book together, swapping notes on what we loved, what we’d tweak, and which dishes are worth making again.
April’s Book Pick: “Vietnamese Food Any Day” by Andrea Nguyen
Poe & Company Book Club - “Wild Dark Shore” by Charlotte McConaghy
Join us for the Poe & Company Book Club as we explore “Wild Dark Shore” by Charlotte McConaghy
Book Club FAQs
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Poe & Company hosts four book clubs: • Poe and Company Book Club • Killer Reads (Thriller) Book Club • Cookbook Club• Romantasy Book Club
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No. Just come to the store at the scheduled meeting time.
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For the most accurate schedule, please check the Events section of our website.
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Participants cook one recipe from the featured cookbook and bring it to share. No advance sign‑ups required. The group selects the next cookbook and meeting date at each session.
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Bring a book of your choice and read alongside fellow book lovers with some opportunities to chat.
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