St John the Baptist Parish Library Virtual Author Talks

Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders.

Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.

Upcoming Speakers

A City on Mars: The Science and Absurdities of Space Settlement with Kelly and Zach Weinersmith
New York Times Bestselling Authors, Award-Winning Cartoonist (Zach), and Scientist (Kelly)
Tuesday, November 10th 2026 at 1:00 PM CST

How Money Became God: Rethinking Wealth and Greed in Modern Society with Paul Vigna
Veteran Wall Street Journal Reporter and Financial Expert
Wednesday, November 11th 2026 at 1:00 PM CST

Fire, Passion, and Heritage: Native American and Mexican Cooking with Chef Pyet DeSpain
Next Level Chef Winner and Creator of Indigenous Fusion Cuisine
Thursday, November 12th 2026 at 1:00 PM CST

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Past Event Recordings

Secrets, Lies, and Unforgettable Twists: A Conversation with E. Lockhart
#1 New York Times Bestselling and Award-Winning Author of We Were Liars and Family of Liars
Thursday, November 5th 2026 at 6:00 PM CST

Reclaiming Your Inner Wisdom: Sacred Indigenous Teachings with Asha Frost
Indigenous Medicine Woman, Spiritual Mentor, and Bestselling Author
Tuesday, November 3rd 2026 at 1:00 PM CST

Liberated Love: Rewiring Your Heart for Authentic Connection with Mark Groves
Bestselling Author, Human Connection Specialist, and Host of The Mark Groves Podcast
Tuesday, October 27th 2026 at 1:00 PM CDT

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