Upcoming events.
Claire OβConnor Workshop
Are you constantly showing up for everyone elseβbut struggling to show up for yourself?
Join Executive Coach Claire OβConnor for an intimate, 90-minute workshop designed to help you reconnect with your identity, set meaningful boundaries, and step into confident self-leadership.
Through guided reflection and practical tools, youβll explore the patterns that keep you over-giving, uncover the foundations that shape how you show up, and learn the language you need to clearly communicate your needs.
Write Club: A Night for Writers Who Want to Fight the Blank Page
Join us at Poe & Co Bookstore for "Write Club"βa high-energy writing night where the first rule is you absolutely talk about Write Club. Weβll 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 typewriterβwhatever helps you fight back against the blank page.
ACOTAR Book Club
Join us for our ACOTAR Book Club from May through September! Weβll journey through the beloved βA Court of Thorns and Rosesβ series together. For our first meeting, come ready to discuss Books 1 & 2βwhether youβre 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, weβll have themed coloring pages available during book club.
Killer Reads: A Thriller Book Club - βIt Should Have Been Youβ by Andrea Mara
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.
Silent Book Club at Poe & Company
Craving quiet time with a good bookβand 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.
Poe & Company Book Club - βWild Dark Shoreβ by Charlotte McConaghy
Join us for the Poe & Company Book Club as we explore βWild Dark Shoreβ by Charlotte McConaghy
Cookbook Club - βVietnamese Food Any Dayβ by Andrea Nguyen
Our Cookbook Club is part book club, part potluckβeveryone picks a recipe from the same cookbook, makes it at home, and brings it to share. Weβll taste our way through the book together, swapping notes on what we loved, what weβd tweak, and which dishes are worth making again.
Aprilβs Book Pick: βVietnamese Food Any Dayβ by Andrea Nguyen
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 youβre 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.
A Romantasy Book Club at Poe & Company: βThe Song of Achillesβ 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 attendβall are welcome!
Poe & Company Book Club - βThe Bright Yearsβ by Sarah Damoff
Join us for the Poe & Company Book Club as we explore βThe Bright Yearsβ by Sarah Damoff.
Tim Brown Author Event
Join us for an engaging evening with author Tim Brown as he discusses βNolan: The Singular Life of an American Originalβ, a compelling portrait of one of baseballβs most fascinating figures.
ACOTAR Book Club
Join us for our ACOTAR Book Club from May through September! Weβll journey through the beloved βA Court of Thorns and Rosesβ series together. For this meeting, come ready to discuss Book 3βwhether youβre 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, weβll have themed coloring pages available during book club.
Cookbook Club - βVietnamese Food Any Dayβ by Andrea Nguyen
Our Cookbook Club is part book club, part potluckβeveryone picks a recipe from the same cookbook, makes it at home, and brings it to share. Weβll taste our way through the book together, swapping notes on what we loved, what weβd tweak, and which dishes are worth making again.
Aprilβs Book Pick: βVietnamese Food Any Dayβ by Andrea Nguyen
Killer Reads: A Thriller Book Club - βMy Husbands Wifeβ by Alice Feeny
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.
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.
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, thereβs a place for you here.
Our first meeting is all about kicking things offβgetting to know each other, sharing favorite reads, and deciding together which book weβll dive into first.
Kevin Powers Author Event
oin 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, βThe Children of the Wildβ, 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 thatβs sure to spark conversation.
A Romantasy Book Club at Poe & Company: βWild Reverenceβ 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 attendβall are welcome!
Mahjong 102 & Open Play
Join us at Poe & Company for Mahjong 102βan intermediate-level class designed for players who already know the basics and are ready to build confidence, strategy, and speed.
$75 for Mahjong 102. $20 for Open Play. Please call the shop to secure your spot!
A Romantasy Book Club at Poe & Company: βThe Everlastingβ by Alix E. Harrow
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 attendβall are welcome!
Poe & Company Poetry Night
Join us for an inviting evening of poetry and conversation.
This Poetry Night will feature a group of talented poets sharing their work, along with thoughtful discussion about their inspiration and creative process. Guests can expect a meaningful and engaging experience, with a variety of voices and styles represented throughout the evening.
Complimentary wine and light appetizers will be served, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere to enjoy the readings and connect with others.
This is a free event, and all are welcome.
Silent Book Club at Poe & Company
Craving quiet time with a good bookβand 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.
Killer Reads: A Thriller Book Club - βItβs Not Herβ by Mary Kubica
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 - βVietnamese Food Any Dayβ by Andrea Nguyen
Our Cookbook Club is part book club, part potluckβeveryone picks a recipe from the same cookbook, makes it at home, and brings it to share. Weβll taste our way through the book together, swapping notes on what we loved, what weβd tweak, and which dishes are worth making again.
Aprilβs Book Pick: βVietnamese Food Any Dayβ by Andrea Nguyen
Kelly Young-Silverman Childrenβs Author Event
Join us at Poe & Company for a special event with author Kelly Young-Silverman as she celebrates the release of her two newest books, βThe Littlest Starβs Wishβ and βThe Haunted Graveyardβ!
Perfect for young readers and families, this event will feature a meet-and-greet with the author and a chance to hear about the inspiration behind her stories.
Stop by to support a wonderful author, discover two charming new reads, and enjoy a fun afternoon at the bookstore!
Write Club: A Night for Writers Who Want to Fight the Blank Page
Join us at Poe & Co Bookstore for "Write Club"βa high-energy writing night where the first rule is you absolutely talk about Write Club. Weβll 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 typewriterβwhatever helps you fight back against the blank page.
Olivia Jackson Author Event
Local author Olivia Jackson joins Poe and Company for a special signing event celebrating her latest release, βHunterβs Treasureβ. Sheβll be in conversation about the new book, her writing process, and the behind-the-scenes realities of life as an author.
Poe & Company Book Club - βThe Mad Wifeβ by Meagan Church
Join us for the Poe & Company Book Club as we explore βThe Mad Wifeβ by Meagan Church.
Scott Gould Author Event
Author Scott Gould visits Poe and Company to celebrate his latest novel, βPeace Like a Riverβ. Heβll be joined in conversation by Christopher Swann, author of βNever Back Downβ.
Mahjong 102 at Poe & Company
Join us at Poe & Company for Mahjong 102βan intermediate-level class designed for players who already know the basics and are ready to build confidence, strategy, and speed.
Tickets are $65. Please call our store to secure a spot!
Emily Carpenter Book Launch Event
Celebrate the Launch of βA Spell for Saints and Sinnersβ at Poe & Company
Join Poe & Company for an exciting evening celebrating the release of Emily Carpenterβs newest novel, βA Spell for Saints and Sinnersβ. Emily will be in conversation with author Kimberly Belle, to discuss the book, the writing process, and what inspired this captivating new story.
A Romantasy Book Club at Poe & Company: βThe Ashenβ Books 1-3 by Demi Winters
Step into the world of fantasy and love with our Romantasy Book Club as we dive into βThe Ashenβ Books 1-3 by Demi Winters. Join fellow readers at Poe & Company Bookstore for a night of lively discussion, magic, and romance. Free to attendβall are welcome!
Leah Weiss Author Event
Author Event with Leah Weiss on her latest release, The Creek, The Crone and the Crow.
Join us at Poe & Company Bookstore for a special evening with acclaimed author Leah Weiss as she celebrates the release of her newest novel, βThe Creek, The Crone, and the Crowβ, arriving Tuesday, March 24.
Leah will be in conversation with Author of βThe Magnetic Girlβ, Jessica Handler. They will discuss Leah's third novel, sharing insights into her inspiration, her research, and the writing process behind this powerful Appalachian story. Donβt miss this opportunity to hear directly from the author and celebrate the launch of her latest work.
Kim Costa Book Launch- POSTPONED
Join Poe and Company celebrating Kim Costa and her book launch of "Live In Your Wheelhouse" !
Come celebrate Kim Costa and her release of "Live In Your Wheelhouse"!
Live in Your Wheel House challenges the idea that we should shape our lives around our homes. Instead, Kim Costa invites readers to ask a powerful question: Is your home supporting who youβre becoming?
Blending real estate expertise with psychology, the book introduces the Wheel House Method, a practical framework that helps identify where your living space fuels growthβor quietly holds you back. With actionable tools and real-life stories, this book empowers readers to decide whether to stay, move, or transform their home so it truly supports their best life.
Event Includes appitizers and drinks and book talk with Kim Costa
Admission+ Book = $27
Admission= $5
Cookbook Club - βAbundance: Eating and living with the seasonsβ by Mark Diacono
Our Cookbook Club is part book club, part potluckβeveryone picks a recipe from the same cookbook, makes it at home, and brings it to share. Weβll taste our way through the book together, swapping notes on what we loved, what weβd tweak, and which dishes are worth making again.
Februaryβs Book Pick: βAbundance: Eating and living with the seasonsβ by Mark Diacono
Story Engine Writing Workshop
Have you ever sat staring at a blank page and wanted to write, but didnβt know where to start? Join us for a free workshop using The Story Engine Deck cards to help inspire, build, and shape your stories.
This will be a casual workshop for writers just embarking on their storytelling journey, and for those who are buried deep in the worlds of their creations. All you need is a pen, notebook, laptop, or whatever your favorite writing tool is, and imagination. The workshop will be divided into timed writing sessions, followed by sharing and feedback.
This is a free event!
Silent Book Club at Poe & Company
Craving quiet time with a good bookβand 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.
Killer Reads: A Thriller Book Club - βBeneath Devilβs Bridgeβ by Loreth Anne White
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.
Marchβs Book Pick: βBeneath Devilβs Bridgeβ by Loreth Anne White
Write Club: A Night for Writers Who Want to Fight the Blank Page
Join us at Poe & Co Bookstore for "Write Club"βa high-energy writing night where the first rule is you absolutely talk about Write Club. Weβll 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 typewriterβwhatever helps you fight back against the blank page.
Robert Gwaltney Signing Event
Join author Robert Gwaltney at Poe and Company for a conversation about his book new release, "Sing Down the Moon"!
An Evening with Robert Gwaltney at Poe & Company
Poe & Company is pleased to host a special book signing event with acclaimed author Robert Gwaltney celebrating the release of his newest novel, βSing Down the Moonβ, available March 3rd. Robert will be joined in conversation by local author Emily Carpenter, known for βGothictownβ and the upcoming release βA Spell for Saints and Sinnersβ.
Event Includes:
Author conversation
Book signing
Opportunity to meet both authors
Ticket Options:
Admission Only: $5
Admission + Book: $27
Additional books from both authors will be available for purchase at the event.
Join us for an engaging evening of storytelling, conversation, and community at Poe & Company.
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Poe & Company Book Club - βThe Correspondentβ by Virginia Evans
Join us for the Poe & Company Book Club as we explore βThe Correspondentβ by Virginia Evans.
Patti Callahan Henry Author Event
Patti Callahan Henry will be at Poe and Company for a conversation with local author Mary Kay Andrews!
Join Poe and Company for a special luncheon celebrating bestselling author Patti Callahan Henry and the paperback release of βThe Story She Left Behindβ. Patti will be in conversation with beloved local author Mary Kay Andrews for an engaging and intimate discussion about writing, storytelling, and the journey behind the book.
Your luncheon ticket includes a paperback copy of βThe Story She Left Behindβ, a delicious meal with drinks, and access to this memorable literary conversation.
Ellen's Craft Corner
Join us for our ongoing craft series, where weβll introduce a new creative project every two months. Itβs the perfect opportunity to slow down, make something by hand, and enjoy a little time for creativity.
Ellen will be in the shop every Tuesday to help guide the craft, offer tips, and make the experience fun and approachable for everyone.
Stop by, get creative, and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space to make something special.
For March and April, weβll be creating beautiful butterfly crafts!
βAlchemisedβ by SenLinYu: A Romantasy Book Club at Poe & Company
Step into the world of fantasy and love with our Romantasy Book Club as we dive into SenLinYuβs "Alchemisedβ. Join fellow readers at Poe & Company Bookstore for a night of lively discussion, magic, and romance. Free to attendβall are welcome!
Mahjong 101 at Poe & Company
Discover the timeless game of mahjong in this fun, beginner-friendly event with instructor, Debbie Moore! You will learn the basics of gameplay, tiles, and scoring through guided instruction and hands-on practice with National Mahjong League cards. No prior experience requiredβjust bring your curiosity and enjoy an engaging introduction to this classic strategy game.
Tickets are $70. Please call our store to secure a spot!
Cookbook Club - βAbundance: Eating and living with the seasonsβ by Mark Diacono
Our Cookbook Club is part book club, part potluckβeveryone picks a recipe from the same cookbook, makes it at home, and brings it to share. Weβll taste our way through the book together, swapping notes on what we loved, what weβd tweak, and which dishes are worth making again.
Februaryβs Book Pick: βAbundance: Eating and living with the seasonsβ by Mark Diacono
DL Mitchell Book Release- "Marina Mews"
Come to Poe and Company for a signing with local author DL Mitchell for her newest release "Marina Mews"
Celebrate the release of βMarina Mewsβ, the third book in the Coral Shores Veterinary Mystery Series, with author DL Mitchell!
Join us as we welcome DL Mitchell to talk about the newest installment in her cozy mystery series. Perfect for mystery lovers and fans of the series!
Two Ticket Options:
Admission: $5
Admission + Book: $24.95
Tropes and Treats Romance Panel
Join us at Poe and Co for an afternoon of fun, with bookish passports, trope bingo, giveaways and a panel conversation with the five local romance Authors. Lewis Pogue Artisan Chocolate will also be present for a complimentary tasting.
Romance Panel with FIVE Local Authors:
Allison Bettes
Claire Hastings
Josie Kerr
Reno R. Mist
Kat Mizera
Book Club FAQs
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Poe & Company hosts four book clubs: β’ Poe and Company Book Club β’ Killer Reads (Thriller) Book Club β’ Cookbook Clubβ’ 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 signβups 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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