After an incredible debut in March, we're bringing back Story Saturday on September 10 at both Open Books locations. From 10 am – 1 pm, we’re hosting storytelling events with friends like the Mad Hatters, from read alongs to musical creations based on some of your favorite children’s books. Families are asked to bring in books Read More

After an incredible debut in March, we're bringing back Story Saturday on September 10 at both Open Books locations. From 10 am – 1 pm, we’re hosting storytelling events with friends like the Mad Hatters, from read alongs to musical creations based on some of your favorite children’s books. Families are asked to bring in books Read More

This month, Open Book Club will be coming together on Tuesday, September 13 at 6:15 pm to discuss A Constellation of Vital Phenomena by Anthony Marra. Open Book Club meets on the second Tuesday of the month at Open Books West Loop (651 W. Lake Street).

This month, Open Book Club will be coming together on Tuesday, September 13 at 6:15 pm to discuss A Constellation of Vital Phenomena by Anthony Marra. Open Book Club meets on the second Tuesday of the month at Open Books West Loop (651 W. Lake Street).

Personal Best Writer’s Jam: As Easy As PB&J Third Thursdays Open Books 5:00 – 7:00 pm 1st hour: writing exercise + writing time + sharing 2nd hour: workshop/writing time for personal projects

Personal Best Writer’s Jam: As Easy As PB&J Third Thursdays Open Books 5:00 – 7:00 pm 1st hour: writing exercise + writing time + sharing 2nd hour: workshop/writing time for personal projects

Lavender Voices lifts up the voices of queer women in Chicago through storytelling and community. Each night we meet brings new perspectives, new art forms, and new experiences. If you’re a storyteller yourself or a lover of stories, join us this month on Friday, September 16 at 7:00 pm.

Lavender Voices lifts up the voices of queer women in Chicago through storytelling and community. Each night we meet brings new perspectives, new art forms, and new experiences. If you’re a storyteller yourself or a lover of stories, join us this month on Friday, September 16 at 7:00 pm.

At Open Books Publishing Academy, aspiring teen writers from across the city bring their imagination to life by participating in a month-long fantasy novel writing camp. Students work on an original concept novel from initial draft to polished prose.   Students’ final novels are unveiled at a special gala book launch in the award-winning Open Read More