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Peyton Corinne with Bal Khabra
Author chat, Q&A and signing celebrating Undone. This event is sold out.
Official event details →♡
October 19–25 • Central Florida
This Week in Books
A handpicked weekly guide to fantasy, romantasy and YA events happening around Orlando, Clermont, Winter Park and nearby.
Tue20
Elizabeth Helen: Crowned by Roses
Celebrate the release of Crowned by Roses with Elizabeth Helen.
Official event details →✦
Wed21
Bookish Fantasy Book Club
A local fantasy book club gathering for Central Florida readers.
Official event details →☾
Thu22
A Night of Romantasy
A romantasy-themed evening hosted by The New Romantics. This event is sold out.
Official event details →♡
Thu–Sat22–24
Romantasy BookCon — Orlando
Three days of fantasy romance authors, signings, panels, workshops, vendors and themed evening experiences. Main convention tiers are sold out; Ball Only tickets are currently listed as available.
Official event & ticket details →✦
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Brittany Bell Author Signing
Saturday afternoon author signing at Barnes & Noble Colonial.
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New This Week
Fantasy, romantasy, YA and special editions releasing October 20, 2026. See the full release archive →
The Tarot Trials
Katee RobertU.S. release • October 20, 2026
Knight of the God King
Lauren BlackwoodU.S. release • October 20, 2026
Our Dark Incantations
Wanda HellmundU.S. release • October 20, 2026
With Hearts of Flame
Briar BoleynU.S. release • October 20, 2026
An Auction of Souls
Amber ChenU.S. release • October 20, 2026
Daughter of the Tempest
Braidee OttoU.S. release • October 20, 2026
Goblin Market
A. J. HackwithU.S. release • October 20, 2026
Lethal Kiss
Taylor GrotheU.S. release • October 20, 2026
Crowned by Roses
Elizabeth HelenSpecial edition • October 20, 2026
Twisted Vows
I. V. MarieSpecial edition • October 20, 2026
Unhinged
Steph MaccaSpecial edition • October 20, 2026
Salt to the Sea
Ruta SepetysCollector’s edition • October 20, 2026
Plan Ahead • October 2026
Central Florida Bookish Calendar
Save the dates for author events, book clubs, markets, festivals and reader happenings around Central Florida. Tap an event for official details.
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9 AM • Dear Reader Audiobook Walking Club • Blue Jacket Park • Orlando12 PM • E.J. Rekab In-Store Author Signing • Orlando6–9 PM • Bookish Nights: Too Pretty to Die • Clermont18
9 AM • Homegrown Market Poppy Pop-Up • Winter Garden12 PM • Sage RelleAnne In-Store Author Signing • Orlando22
7 PM • A Night of Romantasy • Azalea Lodge, Winter Park • SOLD OUTRomantasy BookCon • Lake Buena Vista • Day 1 • Main admission SOLD OUT; Ball Only available24
2 PM • Brittany Bell Author Signing • B&N ColonialRomantasy BookCon • Day 3 • Main admission SOLD OUT; Ball Only available26
9 PM–12 AM • ACOTAR 6 Midnight Release Party • Historic Dubsdread • Orlando • $45 Admission + Book • SOLD OUT9 PM • Evening of Starlight • Clermont • Sold Out27
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More events will be added as organizers announce them. Always check the linked official event page for the latest ticket and availability information.
October 19 • Winter Park
Peyton Corinne with Bal Khabra • Author Chat
7–9:30 PM • Azalea Lodge at Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 Denning Dr, Winter Park. The New Romantics hosts an author chat, Q&A and signing celebrating Undone. The $30 admission-and-signed-book package is sold out. Ages 18+; resale tickets are not accepted.
Official event & availability →Sold Out
October 30 • Orlando
Romantasy vs. Paranormal Book Club
7 PM • The New Romantics, 3018 Corrine Drive, Orlando. Discuss Spellfire by Agatha Willow and A Vow of Shadow and Blood by Charlene Antrobus, with a themed activity. Bring your own candy and wear a costume or spooky pajamas. Admission: $5, or purchase a book-club pick using TNRBOOKCLUB for 20% off. Ages 18+; tickets are non-refundable.
Official event & tickets →$5 Tickets Available
Plan Ahead • November 8
Elise Kova Signing • The Book Lounge Anniversary
12–3 PM • The Book Lounge, 631 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg. Meet fantasy and romantasy author Elise Kova, alongside Sarah Penner and Grace Reilly, during the bookstore’s first anniversary celebration. Free; no ticket required. An optional free RSVP is available.
Official event & RSVP →Free • No Ticket Required
Plan Ahead • November 5
Jennifer Lynn Barnes • Dangerous Impulses Book Launch
6 PM • Trinity Preparatory School, 5700 Trinity Prep Lane, Winter Park • Doors open at 5:30 PM. Writer’s Block Bookstore hosts Jennifer Lynn Barnes in conversation with Ginny Myers Sain, followed by Q&A. General admission includes a signed deluxe limited edition of Dangerous Impulses.
Official event & tickets →Tickets Available
Plan Ahead • November 21
J.R. Ward • Orlando Event
An Orlando appearance had previously been announced for November 21, 2026, but it is not currently listed on J.R. Ward’s official events page. We’re keeping an eye on it and waiting for confirmation before sharing venue or ticket details.
Official event page →Waiting for Confirmation
Plan Ahead • December 2
Julie Soto • Vine of Hearts Author Chat
7–10 PM • Azalea Lodge at Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 Denning Dr, Winter Park. The New Romantics hosts Julie Soto for an author chat, Q&A and photo line. Tickets: $45 for the full event and photo line, or $38 for the photo line starting at 8:30 PM; both include a pre-signed deluxe limited edition of Vine of Hearts. Photo line only; no signing line. Ages 18+; tickets are non-refundable.
Official event & tickets →Tickets Available
Between the Pages
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More than a reading list
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Bookish Soul Vibes is where fantasy shelves meet real life: what we’re reading, what made us laugh, cozy corners, self-care, local book events and the little rituals that make ordinary days feel special.
Event Spotlight • October 22–24
Romantasy BookCon — Orlando
Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista, 1751 Hotel Plaza Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista. A weekend of magic, dragons and romance with authors, signings, panels, workshops, vendors and themed evening experiences. Main convention tiers are sold out; Ball Only tickets are currently listed as available.
Official event & ticket details →This Week