Events

Fantasy author Michael Gilroy gives his advice to readers and writers alike for creating characters who are lovable, hatable, and all-around enticing to anyone who loved storytelling. He will also be reading a passage from his debut novel, Vanguards: The World Waits for No One, and answering questions about writing, editing, and self-publishing.

What happens when the fire, energy, and excitement of Long Island Authors ignites inside one of Long Island’s luxury boutique hotels? Stories blaze. A surge of readers. A powerful collision of local authors, signed books, bold conversations, and the kind...

Join Long Island Authors for an exciting literary exhibition at Meehan’s of Huntington on June 18 from 4 PM to 8 PM. Step into a room filled with local stories, bold voices, signed books, and real conversations with the authors...

Long Island Author Cheryl Williams will be collaborating with the Walt Whitman Birthplace Museum again to celebrate Juneteenth 2026. Come be inspired by poetry and spoken word, enjoy beautiful saxophone renditions, and learn about our history. The food truck will...

Come out and meet Long Island Author Michael Brian Lee If you are on Long Island — or know someone who is — I would love to see you (and/or them!) at Barnes & Noble in Manhasset later this month, where...

The Smithtown Summer Craft Fair is a highly anticipated community event held at the picturesque Smithtown Historical Society, 211 East Main Street, Smithtown, New York. It typically features over 100 local crafters, unique gift vendors, farm animals, food trucks, and...

I'll be at Tiny Raccoon Books in Sayville on Saturday, July 11th, for a meet-and-greet and book signing for Finding Mary Smith. Come say hello, chat about the incredible true story behind the book, ask questions, and grab a signed...

Sunday, July 26, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Knights of Columbus 759 Long Island Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729 FREE Admission Join Long Island Authors for an afternoon filled with stories, imagination, and community at our exciting Book...

Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM The Pine Grove Inn 1 First Street, East Patchogue, NY 11772 FREE Admission Spend a summer afternoon on the waterfront celebrating books, authors, and community at the Long Island Authors...

Sunday, August 23, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM E.P.I.C. Long Island 1500 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, NY 11554 FREE Admission Get ready for an unforgettable day of books, creativity, and inspiration as Long Island Authors brings together talented...

Sunday, September 6, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM James Joyce Irish Pub 49 South Ocean Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772 FREE Admission Looking for a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon? Join Long Island Authors at the renowned...