Author Carolyn McBride

Belmont Bay Holiday Market
2024-12-07 10:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Belmont Bay Marina, 570 Harbor Side St., Woodbridge, 22191, United States
Celebrate the release of Santa Overboard at Belmont Bay Marina, the setting featured in the book and enjoy everything this unique Occoquan River community has to offer:
Unique Vendors: Discover one-of-a-kind gifts, handcrafted items, and locally-made treasures that are perfect for everyone on your list.
Food Trucks Galore: From savory bites to sweet treats, enjoy a variety of food trucks offering something for every craving.
Live Holiday Music: Get into the holiday spirit with a special performance from the Way City Church Choral Group—they’ll have you singing along to your favorite festive tunes!
Hot Chocolate Bar: Treat yourself to a custom cup of hot chocolate with all the toppings—marshmallows, whipped cream, and sprinkles galore!
Delicious Eats at The Spot: Stop by The Spot at Belmont Bay for a full menu of tasty meals and snacks—perfect for refueling after shopping.
S’mores Pit: Cozy up around the S’mores Pit, where you can toast marshmallows and make the ultimate gooey, delicious treat with your family.
Santa’s Visit: Bring the kiddos (and your furry friends!) to meet Santa and snap a picture with the big guy himself! You’ll also find plenty of festive activities to keep everyone entertained.

It’s the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit, support local businesses, and create lasting memories with friends and family.

So, grab your loved ones, bundle up, and join us for a day full of fun, food, and holiday cheer at the Belmont Bay Holiday Market. We can’t wait to see you there!

Private Book Club for Santa Overboard
2024-12-06 10:00 - 12:00 | VA
Bristow, VA

Holiday & Hearts Author Event at Fonts Books (McLean, VA)
2024-12-04 19:00 - 20:30 | Fonts Books, 6262b Old Dominion Dr., McLean, VA, 22101, United States
Five local authors discuss their heartwarming novels and the writing process in a panel discussion and signing event at Fonts Books in McLean from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 4th.
RSVP on the bookstore website.
Meet the following authors and hear about their new novels:

Barbara Boehm Miller – When You See Her
Carolyn McBride – The Cicada Spring, Santa Overboard
Christine Gunderson – Friends with Secrets
Jennifer Milder – The Epilogue of August
Sharon J. Wishnow – The Pelican Tide

Each book shares a common thread of women navigating complex relationships, personal growth, and societal expectations, delving into themes of identity, resilience, and the enduring power of human connection. For more information about charitable donations at the event, read the press release.

Santa Overboard with Vivy's Book Club Besties (private)
2024-12-03 18:30 - 21:00 | VA
Dale City/Lake Ridge, VA

Breathe Easy With Beachy Reads at The Salt Suite (Lake Worth, FL)
2024-11-30 16:30 - 19:00 | The Salt Suite Lake Worth, 5500 S. State Rd. 7. Suite 110, Lake Worth Beach, FL, 33449
Sips, signings, and salty serenity – the perfect holiday happy hour! Save your seat by filling out the form below.
Meet local author Carolyn McBride, who lives in Hypoluxo and gets recharged at our Salt Suite. Her books feature a female boat captain who finds her way from Fort Lauderdale to Virginia’s Potomac River.
Join us as she reads from and shares stories about on-the-water adventures in The Cicada Spring and Santa Overboard, enjoy some signature drinks from the Potomac Shores series, and get signed copies for your holiday reading and gift-giving.
Then enjoy thirty minutes relaxing in the salt suite!
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Miami Book Fair
2024-11-22 | Miami Book Fair, 600 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Meet me at the South Florida Writers Association table (Booth 230) in Section C on NE 2nd Avenue between NE 4th and 5th Streets. The closest free parking is the Miami-Dade garage on NE 5th Street opposite the Red entrance, and our booth is in the first block.

Holiday Sip & Shop in Occoquan
2024-11-15 17:00 - 20:00 | Puzzle Palooza, 305 Mill St., Occoquan, VA, 22125, United States
Join Puzzle Palooza, Glory Be, and Mill Street Sweets for the inaugural Holiday Sip & Shop. Enjoy an evening of sips, snacks, and holiday specials at all three stores! Bring a friend and enjoy holiday shopping for all ages, even some book shopping with author Carolyn McBride and her Occoquan-based books, The Cicada Spring and the holiday-inspired Santa Overboard!

Book Reading at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge
2024-11-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 14050 Dawson Beach Rd., Woodbridge, VA, 22191, United States
Join us for a book talk and reading by the author of the Potomac Shores series, Carolyn McBride, in the Visitor Information Center at Occoquan Bay NWR. Occoquan Bay NWR is featured in both books, along with nearby parks and refuges bordering Belmont Bay and Occoquan Bay. She will discuss the literary and regional influences for her eco-fiction and share photos of the real Bonnie Brae described in the story.

Winchester Book Signing
2024-11-03 12:00 - 14:00 | Winchester Book Gallery, 7 N Loudoun St., Winchester, VA, 22601, United States
Pick up a signed copy of The Cicada Spring and Santa Overboard at the Winchester Book Gallery from 12-2 p.m.

Elaine's Lunch Book Club (Old Town Alexandria)
2024-11-02 12:00 - 15:00 | Elaine’s, 208 Queen Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314, United States
Join us for lunch at Elaine’s, the home for authors in Old Town Alexandria. Reminiscent of the literary salons of old, Elaine’s offers full restaurant service from its Mediterranean menu while interviewing Virginia novelist Carolyn McBride. Carolyn will sign copies of her debut novel, The Cicada Spring, and her holiday rom-com, Santa Overboard, both set on the banks of the Potomac River.
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Four Seasons Book Club (Woodbridge, VA)
2024-10-30 18:30 - 20:30 | K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons, 14001 Madrona Lane, Woodbridge, VA, 22193, United States
Private book club event in Woodbridge, Virginia.

Fredericksburg Independent Book Festival
2024-10-12 10:00 - 16:00 | Riverfront Park, 701 Sophia St., Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Visit me at the Write by the Rails table in Riverfront Park.

Barnes & Noble Book Signing (Fair Lakes, VA)
2024-10-06 12:00 - 16:00 | Barnes & Noble – Fair Lakes, 12193 Fair Lakes Promenade Drive, Fairfax, VA, 22033, United States
Stop in to the Barnes & Noble at Fair Lakes for coffee and to pick up a signed copy of the second book in the series, Santa Overboard: A Potomac Shores Holiday, or get started reading the Potomac Shores series with The Cicada Spring.

Occoquan Fall Arts & Crafts Festival
2024-09-28 - 2024-09-29 | Town of Occoquan, Mill St., Occoquan, VA, 22125, United States
Come visit my booth among the 250+ vendors. I will be selling and signing the first and SECOND books in the Potomac Shores series! Get your copy of the holiday romcom before the Christmas rush!

Woodbridge Woman's Club Book Talk
2024-09-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Acclaim at Belmont Bay, 13875 Clear Lake Circle, Woodbridge, VA, 22191, United States
Private book talk for Woodbridge Woman’s Club at Acclaim at Belmont Bay.

NVWC Author Book Fair
2024-08-31 13:00 - 16:00 | Mary Riley Styles Library, 120 N Virginia Ave., Falls Church, VA, 22046, United States
Panel discussion, author readings, and an author meet and greet with 20 local authors! Participate in a raffle for beach reading bags with donated books and more. Books for sale throughout the fair. This program is a partnership between the Falls Church City Library and the Northern Virginia Writers Club (NVWC).
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Virtual Book Club
2024-08-24 | VA
Private book club event on Zoom.

Gulf Coast Book Talk
2024-08-23 11:30 - 13:30 | Pier 22, 1200 1st Ave W, Bradenton, 34205, United States
Registration is FULL!!
Please fill out the form below to be added to the waitlist and notified of an upcoming tour, tentatively scheduled for the week of October 21, 2024.
Florida novelist Carolyn McBride reads from and signs copies of her debut novel, The Cicada Spring, at a lunch for book lovers looking for their next beach read. Entry is free, and attendees can order from Pier 22’s regular lunch menu. Carolyn will provide a drink ticket for one free drink of your choice, such as one of the book’s signature cocktails: Potomac Punch or the Beach Bonfire Martini.

Note: New venue – Pier 22, 1200 1st Ave. W., Bradenton
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Parrish Book Club (private)
2024-08-22 19:00 - 20:30 | VA
Private book club meeting in Parrish, Florida.

Northern Neck Book Tour
2024-08-17 - 2024-08-18 | VA
Book readings and signings in Colonial Beach and Lottsburg, Virginia:

Saturday, August 17, at 1:00 p.m.: Artists’ Alliance of Colonial Beach, Gallery at Jarrett Thor Fine Arts, 100 Taylor St., Suite 101, Colonial Beach, Virginia 22443
Sunday, August 18, at 1:00 p.m.: The Woman’s Club of Northumberland County, 2928 Northumberland Hwy., Lottsburg, Virginia 22511

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Church Book Club (private)
2024-08-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Grace Lutheran Church, 1601 Prince William Parkway, Woodbridge, VA, 22191, United States

Lansdowne Woods of Virginia Literary Festival
2024-06-29 10:00 - 16:00 | Lansdowne Woods of Virginia Clubhouse, 19375 Magnolia Grove Square, Lansdowne, VA, 20176, United States
Free workshops and panels on publishing and writing from 10 am-12 pm, followed by lunch with readers and regional authors, and author meet-and-greets and book signings from 2-4 pm.

Health of Our Waterways Gala
2024-06-28 18:30 - 21:00 | Potomac Science Center, 650 Mason Ferry Avenue, Woodbridge, VA, 22191, United States
Join neighbors and friends of the Potomac Environmental Research and Education Foundation (PEREC) for a discussion on the health of our waterways and a sunset gala. Click here to purchase individual tickets.

ANCC Author Series
2024-06-25 18:30 - 20:30 | Army Navy Country Club, 1700 Army Navy Dr., Arlington, VA, 22202, United States
Book lecture and signing for members of the Army Navy Country Club and their guests.

Northern Virginia Local Author Book Fair
2024-06-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Purcellville Library, 220 East Main St., Purcellville, VA, 20132, United States
Panel discussion, author readings, and an author meet and greet. Participate in a raffle for beach reading bags with donated books and more. Books for sale throughout the fair. This program is partnership between Loudoun County Libraries and the Northern Virginia Writers Club (NVWC). Download the flyer.

Occoquan Riverfest
2024-06-01 - 2024-06-02 | Town of Occoquan, Mill St., Occoquan, VA, 22125, United States
10 a.m -5 p.m. both days at Northern Virginia Writers Club (NVWC) table on Mill Street
