Anderson's Bookshops is proud to welcome Christopher Paolini, New York Times bestselling author, for a virtual event to celebrate his new epic novel, To Sleep in a Sea of Stars!  Christopher will be in conversation with famed voice actress Jennifer Hale, who also reads the audio version of To Sleep in a Sea of Stars.

This is a ticketed event; a purchase is required to attend.

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The first 100 ticketholders will receive a signed (bookplate) copy of the new book and admission to the Zoom call.

Every event attendee will receive a special swag item with the purchase of their ticket.

5 people will be selected at random to win an intimate video chat with Christopher the next day, as well as a signed, personalized copy of TO SLEEP IN A SEA OF STARS

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Anderson’s Bookshops in Naperville and Downers Grove are beginning a new chapter with virtual author events. After experimenting a bit this summer with various platforms and ticketing procedures, Anderson’s Bookshops will launch a full virtual events program that will allow customers to continue "meeting" their favorite authors during this Covid crisis. Just in time for the busy fall book release season!

Anderson's realizes that this is a challenging period for many families. We are offering a variety of ticket options to most virtual events so that customers can choose what is the best fit right now. Some events will have a free ticket option, a donation option, or include only paid ticket options. Paid tickets will always include a book.

Anderson's Virtual Author Events will continue until we are safely able to meet in person again. (In normal times. Anderson’s Bookshops hold about 400 in-person events a year, so this is a noteworthy departure!)

To make things fun and interactive, each event will be a little different. Customers are advised to closely read the details before ordering tickets!

Because programs are now remote, fans from across the nation are invited. Locality is no longer necessary, so customers may spread the wealth and invite friends and family in far flung locations to participate as well. A family or friends book club may be just the thing quarantined readers would love. Just remind your distant family and friends that programs take place in the Central Time Zone.

There are many more to come, but you can check upcoming announced virtual events and details by visiting - https://www.andersonsbookshop.com/

Anderson’s Bookshops have something for everyone. Suspense fans will want to join our Saturday, August 29 event with Charlie Donlea & Friends event featuring authors: Charlie Donlea (author of The Suicide House), Kevin O’Brien (The Bad Sister), Lisa Black (Every Kind of Wicked), and Jen J. Danna (Exit Strategy). This program begins at 1:00 p.m.

Scott Anderson “visits” on Wednesday, September 2 at 7:00 p.m. with his well-researched nonfiction account: The Quiet Americans: Four CIA Spies at the Dawn of the Cold War- a Tragedy in Three Acts.

Tuesday, September 15 brings suspense writers Sharon Doering (She Lies Close), Hank Phillipi Ryan (The First to Lie), and Vanessa Lillie (For the Best) to the virtual stage. This event begins at 7:00 p.m.

Middle graders will enjoy “meeting” Jamie Sumner with her latest title, Tune it Out. This program is on Wednesday, September 16 and starts at 5:00 p.m.

Best selling author Christopher Paolini will share his new novel, To Sleep in a Sea of Stars on Friday, September 18 at 7:00 p.m. Fans know he’s also the author of 2003’s Eragon, which he wrote at the age of 19. Also appearing will be famed voice actress Jennifer Hale, who has recorded the audio version of Paolini’s new book.

Also in September, Anderson’s is hosting Reid Forgrave with his gut-wrenchingly beautiful new title, Love, Zac: Small Town Football and Life and Death of An American Boy. Forgrave will be in conversation with sportswriter Wayne Drehs. This event is set for Wednesday, September 23 at 7:00 p.m.

About Anderson’s Bookshops: Anderson’s Bookshop is a 6-generation family-run neighborhood independent business with locations in Chicago’s western suburbs. The company includes a toyshop and school bookfair division. Recipients of dozens of honors, Anderson’s Bookshops share a passion and knowledge of books and of building community through great reads. Anderson’s Bookshops are located in downtown Naperville at 123 W. Jefferson Ave. and in Downers Grove at 5112 Main St. For additional questions and information, visit AndersonsBookshop.com.