Join us on Wednesday, February 26 at Delizia Cafe, 14 East Patrick Street in Downtown Frederick, for this very special evening with former congressional staffer turned politics professor and now author Casey Burgat as he discusses his new book We Hold These “Truths”: How to Spot the Myths that are Holding America Back. Doors open […]
Explore literary fiction by international authors with our Global Voices Book Club, meeting at 7 pm on last Wednesdays, January through October, at Grace United Church of Christ, Room 3 (lefthand entrance at end of hall), 25 East 2nd Street, Downtown Frederick. Parking is available on the street and in Church Street parking deck. Featured titles are […]
Calling all budding authors and young writers! Join us at Urbana Regional Library on Thursday, February 27, at 6 pm to hear from young adult author Charlene Thomas. Charlene will be discussing her latest novel Streetlight People and sharing about her writing process for those interested in creative writing. Following her presentation, Charlene will answer […]
We are very excited to celebrate Curious Iguana’s very own bookseller Melinda Beatty and her latest release, The Witch’s Table! This children’s book tells of the wobbly relationship between a young witch and the unique table she inherited and of how they come to understand one another. Mel will lead the audience in storytime, then […]
Purchase new children's books in-store to put in the drop box between March 1-31 for The United Way of Frederick County's Unity Campaign! Learn more about the Unity Campaign here.
Formerly Tuesdays with Tea. Join us on second Tuesdays, January through November, at 11 AM for a line-up of literary fiction that explores culture, community, friendship, and family. Second Tuesday Book Club meets at ACNB Bank, 2 North Market Street, just steps away from Curious Iguana. Featured titles are 20% off at Curious Iguana (just […]
Read and discuss recently released literary fiction, fantasy, and science fiction, hosted by Curious Iguana bookseller Shelby. Featured titles are 20% off at Curious Iguana (just mention New & Notable at checkout). Registration is required. Register for the month's you'd like to participate in by clicking the individual links below. 2025 Featured titles: January 8: […]
Come experience a mystical winter as we welcome author Megan Barnard to discuss her new novel, The Winter Goddess. Megan will share about her reimagining of an Irish myth that teaches us about the beauty of being human and the love of being alive. Afterwards, Megan will answer questions and sign books. Copies of The […]
It’s time to get out your Swiftie outfit, pick your favorite books, and just read! Darling, darling, please join Attaboy Beer and Curious Iguana for our very first Dear Reader (Taylor Swift Inspired) Book Fair for Adults! The greatest luxury is books, so come wander through our book stacks on Wednesday, March 19 from 4:30 […]
Sharing memories with loved ones is a beautiful experience; sometimes, telling the whole story requires more than just a few words. Please join us and writer Niki Gjoni for a special writing workshop for seniors, focusing on memoir writing. Niki will lead attendees through a 1 hour workshop to learn about memoir writing and how […]
Join us at Curious Iguana at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, March 25 for a meet-and-greet with author Bob Shea as he promotes his new book, Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend. After spending the day visiting schools, Bob will be at the Iguana in the evening to meet fans and sign books! This event is free […]
Explore literary fiction by international authors with our Global Voices Book Club, meeting at 7 pm on last Wednesdays, January through October, at Grace United Church of Christ, Room 3 (lefthand entrance at end of hall), 25 East 2nd Street, Downtown Frederick. Parking is available on the street and in Church Street parking deck. Featured titles are […]
Join us at Curious Iguana at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, April 1 for a meet-and-greet with author James Riley as he promotes his new book, The Dragon’s Apprentice. After spending the day visiting schools, James will be at the Iguana in the evening to meet fans and sign books! If you can't make it to […]
Please join us Wednesday, April 2 from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Frederick Book Arts Center for an evening with author Mike Tidwell. Mike will discuss his new novel The Lost Trees of Willow Avenue, which shares his perspective of the impacts of climate change on his own street near Washington D.C. Following his presentation, Mike […]
