Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) hosts Virtual Author Visits with our partners, the Library Speakers Consortium.
Each month, viewers can hear from best-selling authors and national thought leaders as they discuss their writing processes, how they use current events and imagined lands in their writing, and how they research nonfiction works.
These author talks are great for readers of all ages and are both educational and engaging. Attend these great virtual events from any computer at no cost.
May’s Author Visits include conversations about stories of friendship, how assumptions shape our perceptions of the world, and the worlds of fantasy that shape one author’s writings.
Join us Thurs., May 7, 2026, at 5 p.m. for a conversation with author Marjan Kamali as she discusses her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehran, a story of friendship, class, and resilience set in Iran. The novel follows Ellie, a young girl whose life shifts from privilege to hardship after her father’s death, leading her to form a deep bond with Homa. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from Kamali about the inspiration and craft behind her deeply moving work. Register for the Virtual Author Visit with Marjan Kamali.
Unlock your true potential on Tue., May 19 at noon, with Nir Eyal! He is a bestselling author, speaker, and expert on the intersection of psychology, technology, and human behavior. In his latest work, Beyond Belief, Eyal explores how our assumptions shape our perception, emotions, and actions, arguing that many of our limits are psychological rather than physical. Register for the Virtual Author Visit with Nir Eyal.
Happening 5 p.m. on Wed., May 20: Elizabeth Lim is an international bestselling author known for weaving richly imagined fantasy worlds inspired by folklore, myth, and romance. In her latest novel, A Forgery of Fate, Lim reimagines elements of Beauty and the Beast in a spellbinding tale of magic, sacrifice, and destiny. As she navigates family obligations, hidden truths, and a treacherous plot, the story explores resilience, identity, and the power of choice. Register for the Virtual Author Visit with Elizabeth Lim
Upcoming author visits in June:
- Wed., June 3 at noon: Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig
- Thu., June 11 at 5 p.m.: Apocalyptic Mayhem, Lava-Spitting Llamas, and One Very Sassy Cat: Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Dinniman
- Tue., June 16 at 5 p.m;.: Wonderfully Weird: Celebrate the Joys of Feeling Different with Zalia Avant-garde
- Tue., June 23 at noon: Simple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy