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Meet the Author: Jack Hamann author of On American Soil
Monday, May 12, 7pm Mercer Island Library

On American Soil: How Justice Became a Casualty of World War II tells the true story of race, privilege and power. The largest and longest Army court-martial of World War II took place at Seattle’s Fort Lawton. Now, the conviction of 28 U.S. soldiers—all of them African American—has been overturned, thanks largely to award-winning author Jack Hamann. Join us as he discusses his book, research and efforts to locate the exonerated families.

Meet the Author: Michael Meade author The World Behind the World, Living at the Ends of Time
Monday, May 12, 7pm, Bellevue Regional Library

Michael Meade is one of the few people who can provide a mythological view of critical issues affecting the world at this time. His newest book weaves a tapestry of mythic tales and cogent commentary that truly inspires and offers a way to discover a meaningful path through life. He is a renowned storyteller, author, scholar of mythology, student of ritual in traditional cultures and the founder of Mosaic Multicultural Foundation.

Books will be for sale at the event and a book signing will follow the program.

Meet the Author: Steve Roberts author of Wine Trails of Washington, A Guide for uncorking your memorable wine tour
Monday, May 12, 7pm, Snoqualmie Library
Tuesday, May 20, 7pm, Issaquah Library
Until now, visitors had to piece together information from the web and various publications to plan their wine tour getaway. This author has created a guidebook that makes it easy to get out there and experience Washington’s remarkable wine country regions.

Books will be available for sale and a book signing will follow the event.

Meet the Author: Marc Vassallo
Covington Library, Thursday, June 5, 7pm

The author of The Barefoot Home and coauthor of Inside the Not So Big House explores design trends that are shaping the way we live in our homes.  His program will include topics such as: The New Informality, Home as Haven, Design for the Way We Really Live, The Softer Side of Modern, Sustainability, as well as trends such as New Urbanism and The Not So Big House. His focus is the Not So Big philosophy of building better not bigger.

Meet the Photographer – Steven Kazlowski - The Last Polar Bear
Thursday, June 5, 7pm, Redmond Regional Library

Scientists agree that by the end of the century the polar bear will be the first mammal threatened with extinction due to climate change. The Last Polar Bear is the first book to fully document that story. The fate of these beautiful wild animals is a wake-up call – compelling us to act now to stem global warming. Through wildlife photographer Steven Kazlowski’s unparalleled imagery, the most critical environmental issue of our time is brought to life.

* Books will be available for purchase and a book signing will follow the program.

Meet the Author - Jennifer Worick
Issaquah Library, Monday, June 9, 7pm
Bellevue Regional Library, Monday, June 23, 7pm

Are you ready for the wilderness? Is the wilderness ready for you? Join us for a frank and funny evening with Jennifer as she chats about particularly sassy sections in Backcountry Betty: Roughing It in Style. Learn how to trick out your fleece, zest up your camp food and campsite, entertain in the wild and cope with every hygiene issue imaginable. Jennifer will even demonstrate how to pack the perfect backpack, loading it up with products that do double duty. The evening will conclude with a frank Q&A and book signing. Jennifer is the author of 19 books on dating, pop culture and crafts, including The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Dating & Sex