Midnight Publishing’s Favorite Phoenix Author Events This Holiday Season

As a small business open in Phoenix for nearly a decade, Midnight Publishing’s staff is really passionate about our local writing community, and we always want to spread the word about literary events. We especially love Arizona during the holidays, since the weather cools down (we can actually wear a long-sleeved shirt!), and lots of special opportunities are scheduled at some of our favorite bookstores in Phoenix, like Changing Hands, The Poisoned Pen and the Bookshop. If you’re a local writer and reader (and if you’re an author, you should definitely be an avid reader—Stephen King says so in On Writing), then take a look at some of our staff’s favorite local literary events this November and December! And as always, if you’re currently in the process of writing a book and want a professional set of editing eyes, contact us anytime for a free sample. We’d love to polish your manuscript to book-worthy levels, because who knows—maybe you’ll be the next author hosting a book signing we can tell the world about! Here’re Midnight Publishing’s favorite upcoming events that celebrate books and the authors who write them:

Author Walk at the Chandler Art Walk

When: November 18^th, 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Where: Dr. A.J. Chandler Park (3 S. Arizona Ave. Chandler, Arizona 85225)

What: This free monthly art walk in Chandler, Arizona happens every third Friday, with the annual addition of local authors in attendance. Representing genres ranging from sci-fi to romance and historical fiction, these authors will have paperbacks available for signing. Also, many of the local bars along the Art Walk have created literarily-themed drinks in honor of the authors! Come, have a beverage, and talk with some like-minded writers about their publishing experience while supporting the Phoenix-based literary scene. Want more info? Here’s the Facebook page!

Stephenie Meyer in Conversation with Rainbow Rowell about The Chemist

When: November 18^th, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Mesa Arts Center, Piper Theater (1 E. Main St, Mesa 85201)

What: Two of the biggest names in literature, Stephenie Meyer and Rainbow Rowell, will be on the same stage in Mesa, Arizona this month to discuss Meyer’s latest adult book: The Chemist. There will be a book signing after the interview, and attendees have the option of purchasing a $25 ticket that includes a priority spot in the signing line and a hardcover version of The Chemist, or a $5 ticket for entry and a discounted book coupon. Come early, and purchase tickets on the Changing Hands website here.

Harry Potter Magical Holiday Ball with Barnes & Noble in Tempe

When: December 9^th, 7:00 p.m.

Where: Barnes & Noble Booksellers in Tempe (2000 E. Rio Salado Parkway #1032 Tempe, Arizona 85281)

What: This fun holiday event invites Harry Potter readers, new and old, to dress up as their favorite character from the series and join other super fans to dance, enjoy some music, and participate in games, activities, and giveaways. Event details are here on the Barnes & Noble website.

Local Author and Midnight Publishing Head Editor Ashley R. Carlson’s Book Signing of The Authority

When: December 12^th, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Where: The Poisoned Pen Bookstore (4014 N. Goldwater Blvd. Scottsdale, AZ 85251)

What: Midnight Publishing’s very own head editor and award-winning author, Ashley R. Carlson, is releasing the second book in her award-winning The Charismatics series on December 13^th, but will be hosting an early paperback release and book signing at The Poisoned Pen in Scottsdale, Arizona. Come out for some light beverages and cake (it’s also her 28^th birthday!), and help our head editor celebrate her latest book release. RSVP on The Poisoned Pen’s Facebook event page, and find out all about Ashley R. Carlson’s other books here.

Midnight Publishing is a Phoenix-based editing and ghostwriting business open for nearly ten years, and it’s our goal to help you achieve your publishing dreams. Ever wanted to host a book signing like the authors listed above? Allow us to help you achieve publish-ready status! We serve clients in Phoenix, Arizona and worldwide, so contact us for a free sample edit and see why we’ve been trusted with over five million words since inception.