Historical fiction author Jennifer Chiaverini is coming to Blue House Books! We are thrilled that Jennifer is joining us during her book tour for her latest release, "Canary Girls," a lively and illuminating novel about the “munitionettes” who built bombs in Britain’s arsenals during World War I, risking their lives for the war effort and […]
Are you an essential oils enthusiast? How would you like to create your own blend?! We are excited to partner with Modern Apothecary for an interactive essential oil workshop, hosted by Blue House Books. Participants will be guided through essential oil basics and will have the opportunity to create a scented bath salt and stress […]
Join us for storytime with local author Randi Moxi! We are so excited to host Randi at Blue House Books so she can share "A Pittie Pool Party," a fun and adorable story about rescue animals! Join us on September 9th for this FREE event that includes storytime and an activity great for kids of […]
Welcome to the inaugural Southport Literary Fair, a celebration of literature for all ages and interests! In partnership with Kenosha Public Library, we are planning a day of discussions, live interviews, activities and food at Southwest Library, 7979 38th Ave. We are so excited to welcome 25+ Midwestern authors to this event, including Liam Callanan, […]
Blue House Books is ecstatic to host Mia P. Manansala for the latest release in the Tita Rosie's Kitchen Mystery Series, "Murder and Mamon!" Mia will be joined by Sharon Nagel of the Juneau Black writing duo to discuss cozy stories and all the delicious recipes included in her book. We're making this an extra-special […]
Celebrate the creepiest time of the year with us at Public Craft Brewing, 628 58th St, with thriller authors Caitlin Starling and Dan Kraus! Both authors have new books releasing in the summer and fall, and they are the perfect suspenseful reads for the upcoming chilly autumn nights. The authors will discuss how to tell […]
Help us celebrate the latest book release from Kenosha author Greta Kelly! On Tuesday, October 24th, join us at The Apis in Downtown Kenosha for a lively discussion between Greta and fellow fantasy author MJ Kuhn about "The Queen of Days," a magical heist and hijinks novel. Learn about Greta's inspiration, her writing process, and […]
It's time to return to Black Harbor! Blue House Books is so excited to host the official launch party for Hannah Morrissey's newest crime novel, "When I'm Dead," at the Rhode Center for the Arts! Hannah will be joined by Mary Kubis, bestselling author of "Local Woman Missing" and "Just the Nicest Couple." The historic […]
Jeneva Rose is coming back to Kenosha! But this time, instead of bringing us thrills and chills, she's bringing us all the feels with the debut of her first romcom! Joining Jeneva is her partner in crime, Drew! (Although you may know him as the past tense of Draw) Join us for what is sure […]
Welcome back to the charming but dangerous world of Shady Hollow! For the release of the next instalment of the Shady Hollow cozy mystery series, Sharon Nagel of the Juneau Black writing duo will be at Blue House Books to talk about "Twilight Falls!" Joining Sharon is fellow writer of cute and murderous stories Amanda […]
Cryptozoologist Morgan Carter and her dog Newt are back for another adventure in the newest instalment of the Monster Hunter Mystery Series, and author Annelise Ryan is celebrating with us in Kenosha! Join us on Tuesday, December 12th as we help launch "Death in the Dark Woods" with the author herself and fellow cozy mystery […]
Let's talk about the great American condition: burnout. Local author Sean Enfield will be at Kenosha Creative Space on Wednesday, December 13th from 7 to 9 p.m. to talk about his newly-published collection of essays "Holy American Burnout!," which weaves personal essay and cultural critique into the historical fabric of Black and bi-racial identity. Joining […]
