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Connect with an engaged, book-loving audience 

At the Library, author events aren’t just appearances. They’re meaningful, high-impact connections between writers and readers. 

Our Downtown Main Library hosts dynamic, well-attended author talks in our spacious atrium space, bringing together hundreds of readers for an unforgettable experience. Whether you're planning a national tour stop or a targeted regional appearance, we offer everything you need to make your visit seamless, successful, and impactful.

Why Authors Choose CHPL

A Built-In, Engaged Audience 

Our events are open to the public and regularly draw large, enthusiastic crowds of up to 450 people. Your author will connect directly with readers who are invested, curious, and ready to engage. 

A Signature Venue in the Heart of Cincinnati 

Our Downtown Main Library atrium offers a vibrant, flexible space designed for high-impact events: 

  • Professional stage setup 
  • Built-in audience flow and visibility 
  • Accessible, centrally located venue 

It’s an ideal setting for conversations, performances, and meaningful author to reader interactions. 

Full-Service Event Support 

We make it easy for authors and publicists to focus on what matters: great conversations and memorable moments. 

We provide: 

  • Professional sound system, microphones, and staging.
  • On-site technical support and sound check.
  • Dedicated event coordination including a New York Times bestsellers list contributor to handle sales of your author’s titles.

Media & Publicity Amplification 

We help extend your reach beyond the event itself: 

  • Local media invited to attend and cover your visit.
  • Promotion across library channels including a pre-appearance feature profile on the CHPL blog, an interview on the Checked Out podcast, CHPL social media channels with the 7th largest following of any library in the U.S., and a targeted email specifically promoting your author’s appearance.

A Proven Destination for Author Tours 

We’ve proudly hosted a wide range of authors across genres, including: 

  • Matt Dinniman 
  • Nicholas Sparks 
  • Madge Maril 
  • Jasmine Warga 

Each visit is designed to create meaningful engagement, strong attendance, and a memorable experience for both authors and audiences. 

What Attendees Are Saying

  • "This was a wonderful event! Check in was nice and easy. The best part was how efficient the meet and greet was. We have been to quite a few author events and sometimes wait hours just for a picture, but this was very well organized and so fast after the author talk! All the library staff were so kind.”
  • "I thoroughly enjoyed myself. The check-in was easy and everyone was friendly.” 
  • “The location was perfect, and the sound system was great. I especially appreciated that. The rows of seats had plenty of space for people to walk in front of you."

Let's Plan Your Visit

We love working with authors and publicists to create meaningful, high-impact events. Share a few details in the form below and our team will follow up to explore opportunities. 

Have questions? Contact Tara Kressler at tara.kressler@chpl.org.

If you're an author interested in holding an event at the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library, please fill out the below form.

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