Apr
25
6:00 PM18:00

WordHaven Spring Night Market

Join us for our first ever Night Market!

Vendors Include:

  • Cheesecakes by Megan

  • Our Hygge Norwegian Bakery

  • The Last Sheepicorn

  • Colorflow Tarot (Readings)

  • Brown Suga Bakery & Gifts

  • Little Miss Moss- (Fairy Garden and Cottage Decor)

  • The Nook of Manitowoc (Mocktails)

  • Maddi Spletter Crafts

And we will have live music (electric violin) by Sarah Torfin!

I’m Sarah Torfin, a transplant from the heart of central Appalachia. Although my profession is geology, my heart is deeply rooted in music. I was classically trained on violin using the Suzuki Teaching Method, where I was taught to trust my ear for music before I learned how to ever read a page of sheet music. I have always found peace in being able to convey the emotions of a piece of music on my violin (or fiddle), and occasionally add a little Appalachian twang when it feels as though a piece needs it! Through my music, I hope to bring everyone a sliver of peace that I always had growing up in the Shenandoah and New River Valleys.

https://torfinviolin.godaddysites.com

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Apr
26
10:00 AM10:00

Embrace the Red Pen: Editing Class (Free)

Have you ever had questions about your writing? Questions regarding diction, grammar, structure, or even “why does this feel off”? Come join editor and writer Jessica (Turkey) Blueturkey to learn self-editing skills to improve your craft while keeping the integrity of your unique voice, and have a second set of eyes to help you understand who you are as a writer. Excellent for beginner writers who want some extra help, or for experienced writers who are looking for hard answers. Open resources available. All genres and interests are welcome. Please bring a sample of your own writing.

Jessica (Turkey) Blueturkey, is a recent graduate of Lakeland University with her BA in Communication, and a background in English and Linguistics. To her, the most interesting thing is how language is shaped and formed, and the different ways it can come together. If she’s not buried in books then she’s buried under babies.

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Apr
26
2:00 PM14:00

Banned BookClub w/ Maddi: Hunger Games

This month we will be discussing: looking for aslaka by John Green (Purchase here.)

This session will be led by Maddi.

Everyone is welcome! This is a FREE event.

Even at the age of sixteen, Katniss Everdeen knows it takes hard work, keen observation, and inner fortitude to survive in the world. Her home, District 12, is under the merciless rule of the Capitol, continually forced to pay after losing a long-ago civil war in the nation of Panem.

One of the ways the Capitol keeps control is its annual Hunger Games, a televised fight to the death featuring two young tributes from each of Panem's twelve districts. This gruesome battle is meant to send home a chilling message: Rebellion will always be punished.

When Katniss finds herself within the Hunger Games arena, she knows the odds aren't in her favor. Any wrong move will end her life—and even the right moves come with a cost. But if she can survive, there is a chance the districts may survive as well...

The Hunger Games has enthralled millions of readers in its examination of the price of war, human nature, and the powerful force of both love and resistance.

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May
1
6:00 PM18:00

Stitching & Unstitching: A Knitting and Writing Experience ($40) (@ The Last Sheepicorn)

What do knitting and writing have in common? Stitching. Much like you’d stitch together yarn to make a blanket or a sweater, you can stitch together words to craft a mesmerizing poem or a reflective journal entry. Both art forms involve using our creativity to weave something beautiful out of raw materials.

Join us for a cozy evening of stitching together yarn and words as an act of reflection and connection. In a small group of fellow crafters, we’ll work on our current knitting projects and participate in a meditative writing session. There will also be time to share our reflections as we feel inspired to do so.

We’ll provide light refreshments (hot cocoa, tea, and snacks) and a journal + pen set for each guest. You'll bring your current knitting project (and wear your comfiest clothes!). Let’s carve out some time for your creative practice in a relaxing, welcoming environment!

Where does the title “Stitching and Unstitching” come from?

It was inspired by the poem “Adam’s Curse” by William Butler Yeats:

“We sat together at one summer’s end,
That beautiful mild woman, your close friend,   
And you and I, and talked of poetry.
I said, ‘A line will take us hours maybe;
Yet if it does not seem a moment’s thought,   
Our stitching and unstitching has been naught.”

Cost: $40 (includes class, notebook, pen, and light refreshments)
TIme: 6-8 PM
Location: The Last Sheepicorn, 632 N 8th, Sheboygan

Jennifer (Jenn) Walter is a freelance journalist living in Sheboygan. Her work has been published in a variety of local and national publications, including Milwaukee Magazine, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Discover, and Inverse. She primarily writes about science and nature, and is a member of the National Association of Science Writers. Her writing and editing work has also spanned topics like entertainment, business, and education.

Jenn is a graduate of Marquette University, where she earned bachelor’s degrees in journalism and German. You can usually find her out birdwatching in her free time.

Check out Jenn’s work at www.jenngwalter.com.

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May
3
10:00 AM10:00

Book Signing: 100 Things to Do in Sheboygan Before You Die

Join us to celebrate Lori’s new book ALL ABOUT SHEBOYGAN! We will have copies for sale that you can purchase and get signed.

As one of 19 Wisconsin harbor towns, Sheboygan sits along the Lake Michigan shoreline about an hour north of Milwaukee. Affectionately known as the Malibu of the Midwest and the “bratwurst capital of the world,” Sheboygan is filled to the rim with outdoor activities, shopping, culture, and dining options.

From beautiful sandy beaches and the cool blue waters of Lake Michigan to the world- renowned Road America racetrack, Sheboygan and the surrounding area offer a variety of things to do. The whole family will love Bookworm Gardens, where children’s books come to life. Outdoor adventurers can learn how to get on a surfboard and ride the Lake Michigan waves, or the less adventurous can watch the pros conquer them. Foodies will be blown away by Sheboygan’s restaurant scene, from high-end Italian restaurants to a classic 1950s- style diner. Art lovers will be mesmerized by public art and the world-class Kohler Arts Center and Art Preserve.

Create your own Sheboygan bucket list with the help of local writer Lori Helke. Whether you want to spend all day on the beach in summer or shop till you drop in winter, 100 Things to Do in Sheboygan Before You Die is an insider’s guide to Sheboygan that will serve locals and visitors alike.

Lori Helke is a Wisconsin-based freelance travel writer, blogger, and author. She founded the travel and lifestyle blog Lori Loves Adventure where she writes about her solo travel experiences. Lori has a monthly travel segment on Local 5 Live, a Wisconsin TV morning show, has contributed to several online and print publications, and serves on the Visit Sheboygan board of directors. To follow along with her adventures, visit lorilovesadventure.com.

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May
6
6:00 PM18:00

Writers Circle w/ Erika Block

Writers Circle at WordHaven BookHouse offers local writers a comfortable place to share and develop their work, receive feedback and guidance, encourage and support other writers, and discuss all aspects of the writing process. Open to all forms of writing and all experience levels. Free to attend.

Writers Circle will meet at WordHaven the first Tuesday of each month, from 6-8pm. The circle will be led by published author and award-winning book designer, Erika Block, owner of Gray House Publishing.

Photo by Frank Juarez

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May
10
10:00 AM10:00

Author Reading & Signing w/ Keenan Jones

My friend and fellow Minnesota, Keenan Jones, is traveling from the Cities to spend some time with us! He will be reading from his new kids’ book, Saturday Morning at the ‘Shop, and answering questions!

He has been making the press tour including a stop at CBS Mornings!

Keenan Jones, a Twin Cities-based author, hails from Gary, Indiana, and University Park, Illinois. A passionate educator and literary advocate, he champions the power of literacy to inspire young minds. His journey has taken him from the basketball court to the classroom and back to his true passion—storytelling. A 2022 Mirrors and Windows Fellow at the Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis, Keenan’s debut book, Saturday Morning at the 'Shop (Beach Lane Books, 2025), illustrated by Ken Daley, celebrates the cultural significance of the Black barbershop.

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May
10
11:30 AM11:30

A Line Meant Book Launch Event w/ Dasha Kelly Hamilton (FREE)

A Line Meant is an evening of curation, creation and a poetic conversation. Hosted by Dasha Kelly Hamilton, Wisconsin Poet Laureate Emerita and a self-described "Creative Change Agent, the experience includes a micro writing workshop, a brief talk by Kelly Hamilton about her Laureate A Line Meant project, conversations with and readings by anthology contributors. Attendees could leave with autographed copies of this inaugural collection and scribbles of their own to upload for the follow-up ALM edition. 

The A Line Meant Commemorative Collection features 60 poets from across the state and a set of found poems written by Dasha Kelly Hamilton, Wisconsin Poet Laureate Emerita and anthology editor. In this poetry anthology, Kelly Hamilton has solicited cosmopolitan voices across the state, from established poets to farmers, retirees, inmates, and more. Starting with single lines of existing poetry, participants not only crafted their own unique works, but also shared their poems and insights as a form of connective tissue with one another. Like a tree from many roots, A Line Meant threads together both the professional and hobbyist poet, growing new, powerful art from the margins between. 

Dasha Kelly Hamilton is a writer, performance artist and creative change agent. She has authored award-winning poetry, essays and fiction. She is a mainstage storyteller and host with The Moth, an alum of HBO's Def Poetry Jam,  Poet Laureate Emerita for both the City of Milwaukee and the State of Wisconsin and a National Laureate Fellow with the American Academy of Poets.

In 2024, Dasha was named a Living Legacy Honoree by the licensing agency for the legendary poet Gwendolyn Brooks. A skilled engagement practitioner and instructor, Dasha has facilitated initiatives in Botswana, Mauritius and Beirut as an Arts Envoy for the U.S. Embassy. Her nationally-touring stage show, Makin’ Cake, serves audiences a unique conversation on race, class and equity.

Her nonprofit literary arts organization, Still Waters Collective, celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. Dasha will release three books in 2025, a poetry anthology, A Line Meant (Jaded Ibis Press), and two novels Baker’s Dozen (Jaded Ibis) and a 10th anniversary reprint of Almost Crimson (Traitmarker Books). 

DashaKH.com

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May
10
2:00 PM14:00

How to Keep Going: Writing, Publishing & Thriving

Join authors Amy E. Casey and Melissa Gorzelanczyk as they share rituals and strategies to stay creative and motivated through personal, professional, and cultural change. From Amy’s creative process life cycle map and Chaotic Breakthrough Mentality tips to Melissa’s Miracle Morning routine and 12-week year goal system, their hope is for you to leave feeling grounded, fierce, and inspired to invest in your dreams.

$20 suggested (sliding scale). Pay what you can, and please note, we value your presence more than your money.

In-person or Zoom (email words@wordhaven-bookhouse.com for more info)

923 N 8th St, Sheboygan, WI

Click here to sign up!

Amy E. Casey is the author of the novel The Sturgeon’s Heart (2022), which earned honorable mentions at the Chicago Writers Association Book of the Year Awards and the Northeastern Minnesota Book Awards. Her short fiction and poetry have been published in literary journals throughout the United States. She holds a master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Amy lives on the cold freshwater shore of Lake Michigan. 

Learn more about her work at www.amyecasey.com

Follow her on Instagram: @amy_e_casey

Melissa Gorzelanczyk is a writer, speaker, and sober artist inspired by rituals, meadows, and owls. Her first novel, ARROWS, was published by Penguin Random House. She holds an MFA in Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts. A copywriter by day, she lives with her husband in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Receive more of her writing: tinyurl.com/59mze2d4. 

Follow her on Instagram: @MelissaGorzela.

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May
29
6:00 PM18:00

TreeHouse BookClub: Tilt

This month, we will be talking about: Tilt by Emma Pattee. Buy online!

Everyone is welcome- whether you have read/listened to the entire book, have read/listened to part of it, and/or are just curious to learn more (warning: there will be spoilers).

Free Event led by owner: CJ Arthur


Set over the course of a single day, an electrifying debut novel from “a powerful new literary voice” (Vogue) following one woman’s journey across a transformed city, carrying the weight of her past and a fervent hope for the future.

Last night, you and I were safe. Last night, in another universe, your father and I stood fighting in the kitchen.

Annie is nine months pregnant and shopping for a crib at IKEA when a massive earthquake hits Portland, Oregon. With no way to reach her husband, no phone or money, and a city left in chaos, there’s nothing to do but walk.

Making her way across the wreckage of Portland, Annie experiences human desperation and kindness: strangers offering help, a riot at a grocery store, and an unlikely friendship with a young mother. As she walks, Annie reflects on her struggling marriage, her disappointing career, and her anxiety about having a baby. If she can just make it home, she’s determined to change her life.

A propulsive debut, Tilt is a primal scream of a novel about the disappointments and desires we all carry, and what each of us will do for the people we love.

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Jun
7
2:00 PM14:00

Author Event: Christopher Moore!

Superstar Author, Christopher Moore, is going to be here to tell us his story, read from his new book, Anima Rising, answer questions and sign your books!

From New York Times bestselling author Christopher Moore comes a hilariously deranged tale of a mad scientist, a famous painter, and an undead woman’s electrifying journey of self-discovery.

Vienna, 1911. Gustav Klimt, the most famous painter in the Austrian Empire, the darling of Viennese society, spots a woman’s nude body in the Danube canal. He knows he should summon a policeman, but he can’t resist stopping to make a sketch first. And as he draws, the woman coughs. She’s alive!

Back at his studio, Klimt and his model-turned-muse Wally tend to the formerly-drowned girl. She’s nearly feral and doesn’t remember who she is, or how she came to be floating in the canal. Klimt names her Judith, after one of his most famous paintings, and resolves to help her find her memory.

With a little help from Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung, Judith recalls being stranded in the arctic one hundred years ago, locked in a crate by a man named Victor Frankenstein, and visiting the Underworld.

So how did she get here? And why are so many people chasing her, including Geoff, the giant croissant-eating devil dog of the North? Poor Things meets Bride of Frankenstein in Anima Rising, Christopher

Moore’s most ingenious (and probably most hilarious) novel yet.

CHRISTOPHER MOORE is the author of eighteen previous novels, including Razzmatazz, Shakespeare for Squirrels, Noir, Secondhand Souls, Sacré Bleu, Fool, and Lamb. He lives in San Francisco, California.

CONNECT ONLINE at www.ChrisMoore.com and on Facebook @TheAuthorGuy.

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Apr
19
2:00 PM14:00

Drag StoryTime w/ Anita Bobbypin & Venus Morningstar

Anita Bobbypin and special guest, Venus Morningstar, will be reading some awesome kids’ books and leading the audience in fun activities at this all-ages, Free Event!

My name is Anita Bobbypin, I am 25 years old. My favorite color is PINK! I am a Cosmetologist and a new drag queen in the Fox Valley area. I’ve been doing drag since the beginning of March and I ABSOLUTELY love everything about this art form. My favorite thing about drag, is that I have been able to express myself, my creativity, and gender-expression in ways that I never thought were possible for me. I also love that drag has given me a platform and a voice to help inspire LGBTQ+ youth for future generations. And a fun fact about me, I have a 6 year old tuxedo cat named Steve!

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Apr
15
6:30 PM18:30

Book Speed Dating in Port Washington

Join us at Cavelier Wine Bar in Port Washington for Book Speed Dating (you will be “dating” the books, not the humans!).

Participants will have multiple opportunities to peruse books and then talk about them (and purchase them after the event).

Your ticket includes a free drink (alcoholic or mocktail) and there are packaged snacks for sale.

Maximum of 30 participants.

$25

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Apr
5
2:00 PM14:00

Onyx Storm Book Discussion Part 2

Join fellow Empyrean fans Jen, Maddi, and Rachel to discuss and decompress the latest Rebecca Yarros fantasy novel, Onyx Storm. Everyone is welcome for this free event but please be advised there will be spoilers from the entire three books of the Empyrean series.

Please note: there are some trigger warnings that we recommend reviewing as these may apply to discussion.

Hope to see you there!

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Apr
1
6:00 PM18:00

Writers Circle w/ Erika Block

Writers Circle at WordHaven BookHouse offers local writers a comfortable place to share and develop their work, receive feedback and guidance, encourage and support other writers, and discuss all aspects of the writing process. Open to all forms of writing and all experience levels. Free to attend.

Writers Circle will meet at WordHaven the first Tuesday of each month, from 6-8pm. The circle will be led by published author and award-winning book designer, Erika Block, owner of Gray House Publishing.

Photo by Frank Juarez

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Mar
29
2:00 PM14:00

Banned BookClub: Looking For Alaska

This month we will be discussing: looking for Alaska by John Green (Purchase here.)

This session will be led by Lori.

Everyone is welcome! This is a FREE event.

Jess Aarons' greatest ambition is to be the fastest runner in his grade. He's been practicing all summer and can't wait to see his classmates' faces when he beats them all. But on the first day of school, a new girl boldly crosses over to the boys' side and outruns everyone.

That's not a very promising beginning for a friendship, but Jess and Leslie Burke become inseparable. Together they create Terabithia, a magical kingdom in the woods where the two of them reign as king and queen, and their imaginations set the only limits.

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Mar
29
10:00 AM10:00

Embrace the Red Pen: Editing Class (Free)

Have you ever had questions about your writing? Questions regarding diction, grammar, structure, or even “why does this feel off”? Come join editor and writer Jessica (Turkey) Blueturkey to learn self-editing skills to improve your craft while keeping the integrity of your unique voice, and have a second set of eyes to help you understand who you are as a writer. Excellent for beginner writers who want some extra help, or for experienced writers who are looking for hard answers. Open resources available. All genres and interests are welcome. Please bring a sample of your own writing.

Jessica (Turkey) Blueturkey, is a recent graduate of Lakeland University with her BA in Communication, and a background in English and Linguistics. To her, the most interesting thing is how language is shaped and formed, and the different ways it can come together. If she’s not buried in books then she’s buried under babies.

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Mar
26
6:00 PM18:00

TreeHouse BookClub: Woodworking

This month, we will be talking about: Woodworking by Emily St. James. Buy online!

Everyone is welcome- whether you have read/listened to the entire book, have read/listened to part of it, and/or are just curious to learn more (warning: there will be spoilers).

Free Event led by owner: CJ Arthur

Erica Skyberg is thirty-five years old, recently divorced―and trans. Not that she's told anyone yet. Mitchell, South Dakota, isn't exactly bursting with other trans women. Instead, she keeps to herself, teaching by day and directing community theater by night. That is, until Abigail Hawkes enters her orbit.

Abigail is seventeen, Mitchell High’s resident political dissident and Only Trans Girl. It’s a role she plays faultlessly, albeit a little reluctantly. She's also annoyed by the idea of spending her senior year secretly guiding her English teacher through her transition. But Abigail remembers the uncertainty―and loneliness―that comes with it. Besides, Erica isn’t the only one struggling to shed the weight of others’ expectations.

As their unlikely friendship evolves, it comes under the scrutiny of their community. And soon, both women―and those closest to them―are forced to ask: Who are we if we choose to hide ourselves? What happens once we disappear into the woodwork?

Detransition Baby meets Fleishman is in Trouble in this remarkable debut novel from an incisive contemporary voice. A story about the awkwardness of growing up and the greatest love story of all, that between us and our friends, Woodworking is a tonic for the moment and a celebration of womanhood in all its multifaceted joy.

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Mar
22
12:30 PM12:30

Spring Writing Walk w/ Jenn Walter (Free)

Movement can work wonders for our writer brains. When we feel stuck or uninspired, incorporating light physical activity into our writing practice can renew our energy levels and stimulate new ideas.

Join local writer Jenn Walter to discover the benefits of movement for your writing practice. Together, we’ll do a relaxed 30-45 minute guided walk* along Lake Michigan followed by 45 minutes of free writing time and (optional) sharing at WordHaven.

Dress for the weather (layers!) and bring a journal or laptop. We will also have warm beverages – tea and coffee – for the writing portion.

FREE, but donations are welcome (suggested donation of $25).

Please contact us if you need any physical accommodations for the walking portion (or anything else). words@wordhaven-bookhouse.com

Jennifer (Jenn) Walter is a freelance journalist living in Sheboygan. Her work has been published in a variety of local and national publications, including Milwaukee Magazine, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Discover, and Inverse. She primarily writes about science and nature, and is a member of the National Association of Science Writers. Her writing and editing work has also spanned topics like entertainment, business, and education.

Jenn is a graduate of Marquette University, where she earned bachelor’s degrees in journalism and German. You can usually find her out birdwatching in her free time.

Check out Jenn’s work at www.jenngwalter.com.

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Mar
22
10:30 AM10:30

Fun with Short Form Poetry w/ Lisa Vihos (Free)

Fun with Short Form Poetry w/Lisa Vihos

Don’t let the word “form” scare you. Learn how a poetic form can create a scaffold to bring your ideas to new heights. Explore with Lisa a mix of short forms: couplets, triolets, nonets, fibonacci,  skinnies, and haiku. Just bring yourself along with a pen and a notebook!

Lisa Vihos is a grant writer by day and a poet, novelist, and budding actor by every other time in a 24-hour period. The older she gets, (she says), the more she looks for new ways to stretch her heart and mind.

Lisa is also Sheboygan’s Poet Laureate.

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Mar
15
10:30 AM10:30

Harness the Power of Storytelling w/Danielle Grandinetti ($10)

It's National Reading Month! Celebrate by diving into the power of story. Story and storytelling are incredible tools. According to Forbes, "We use stories to connect with others, experience emotions and to feel understood." In today's climate, story helps us humanize and empathize with one another, no matter our---or their---personal background or experiences. Whether you write made-up stories, love to tell real ones, or simply desire to be seen and heard for who you are, join us for an hour of encouragement on how to use the power of story to change your world.

$10 (scholarships are available)

923 N 8th St

Danielle Grandinetti (she/her) is an award-winning inspirational romance author fueled by tea, books, and the creative beauty of nature. Her stories combine romance, mystery, and suspense against the backdrop of the 1930s to tell the tale of finding home and hope in hard times. With a master's in communication and culture and a passion for intercultural communication, storytelling has been her heartbeat for as long as she can remember. Danielle also claims the titles of wife, mother, second-generation Italian-American, and dynamically disabled. Learn more about her and her books at daniellegrandinetti.com.

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Mar
4
6:00 PM18:00

Writers Circle w/ Erika Block

Writers Circle at WordHaven BookHouse offers local writers a comfortable place to share and develop their work, receive feedback and guidance, encourage and support other writers, and discuss all aspects of the writing process. Open to all forms of writing and all experience levels. Free to attend.

Writers Circle will meet at WordHaven the first Tuesday of each month, from 6-8pm. The circle will be led by published author and award-winning book designer, Erika Block, owner of Gray House Publishing.

Photo by Frank Juarez

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Feb
22
2:00 PM14:00

Banned BookClub: Bridge to Terabithia

This month we will be discussing: Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson (Purchase here.)

This session will be led by Emalie.

Everyone is welcome! This is a FREE event.

Jess Aarons' greatest ambition is to be the fastest runner in his grade. He's been practicing all summer and can't wait to see his classmates' faces when he beats them all. But on the first day of school, a new girl boldly crosses over to the boys' side and outruns everyone.

That's not a very promising beginning for a friendship, but Jess and Leslie Burke become inseparable. Together they create Terabithia, a magical kingdom in the woods where the two of them reign as king and queen, and their imaginations set the only limits.

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Feb
22
11:00 AM11:00

Author Event: Book Signing w/ Patrick Bex

Milwaukee Author, Patrick Bex will be here to share his new poetry book with us!

From the Author:  “I chose to release my book and host this signing during Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week because this collection is deeply rooted in my experiences as an aroace individual. This week is about celebrating diverse identities, and I wanted to provide an opportunity for aspec folks to come together, celebrate, and connect in person. My hope is that this book not only resonates with those on the aro and ace spectrums but also fosters understanding and meaningful conversations with allies. “ 

Limitless: Poetry of an Aromantic & Asexual Journey explores love, identity, and belonging beyond society’s traditional definitions. In this debut collection, Patrick Bex celebrates the beauty of living authentically as aromantic and asexual, navigating friendships, self-acceptance, and the power of defining connection on your own terms. Written as a progression of his personal journey, the collection reflects on growth, discovery, and the meaning of love.

"Still, it took some more roads traveled
to learn that love is what we make it to be.
And on this journey, one more love unraveled,
I finally learned to love me for me."

Patrick Bex is an aroace poet, activist, and content creator from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is best known for his social media content under the name Fluently Aspec across multiple platforms. Beginning annually in 2022, Bex has successfully petitioned for official proclamation of Ace Week by the state of Wisconsin and has collaborated with other well-known creators such as Gentle Giant Ace, Lynn Saga, and AngstyAce. During Ace Week 2024, Bex teamed up with the Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project on an education campaign to debunk myths about asexual experiences. His debut book, Limitless: Poetry of an Aromantic & Asexual Journey, releases on February 18, 2025. Learn more about Patrick Bex and his work at fluentlyaspec.com.

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Feb
22
11:00 AM11:00

Author Event: Book Signing w/ Cynthia Rice

Milwaukee Author, Cynthia Rice, will be here to sign copies of her book: The Last Broken Girl.

In THE LAST BROKEN GIRL, Erin Moore, a self-doubting psychologist who was kidnapped as a teenager in a small Midwest town, learns her abductor is up for parole.

The police always believed her captor acted alone, and that the female accomplice Erin described years ago was the fabrication of a traumatized mind.

Twenty years later, Erin leads a rigidly structured life with her husband and two young daughters and has a successful psychology practice. When her abductor is paroled but goes missing leaving behind a large pool of blood, Erin and her husband become suspects. Erin receives photographs of her daughters with threatening notes and is certain they are from the female accomplice. She is unable to convince the police the menace is real.

As Erin watches her life unravel, including her marriage, career and possibly her sanity, she knows the only way out is to bring the accomplice to justice, even if it’s twenty year late.

Mystery author Cynthia Rice is a physician who grew up in Sheboygan County and is now living in the Milwaukee area. Her debut novel, The Last Broken Girl, a psychological suspense was published in June 2024, and it won the 2023 Claymore Award. She has a short story in an anthology Gone Fishin': Crime Takes a Holiday,  coming out on February 1, 2025. When she is not working on her next novel or short story (or planning a literary murder) she keeps busy traveling, as well as playing golf and tennis.

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Feb
22
10:00 AM10:00

Embrace the Red Pen: Editing Class (Free)

Have you ever had questions about your writing? Questions regarding diction, grammar, structure, or even “why does this feel off”? Come join editor and writer Jessica (Turkey) Blueturkey to learn self-editing skills to improve your craft while keeping the integrity of your unique voice, and have a second set of eyes to help you understand who you are as a writer. Excellent for beginner writers who want some extra help, or for experienced writers who are looking for hard answers. Open resources available. All genres and interests are welcome. Please bring a sample of your own writing.

Jessica (Turkey) Blueturkey, is a recent graduate of Lakeland University with her BA in Communication, and a background in English and Linguistics. To her, the most interesting thing is how language is shaped and formed, and the different ways it can come together. If she’s not buried in books then she’s buried under babies.

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Feb
15
2:30 PM14:30

Onyx Storm Book Discussion

Join fellow Empyrean fans Jen, Maddi, and Rachel to discuss and decompress the latest Rebecca Yarros fantasy novel, Onyx Storm. Everyone is welcome for this free event but please be advised there will be spoilers from the entire three books of the Empyrean series.

Please note: there are some trigger warnings that we recommend reviewing as these may apply to discussion.

Hope to see you there!

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Feb
8
1:00 PM13:00

Making Valentines w/ Erika Block

Join us in a homemade Valentine Making session!

$10 (scholarships are available) - supplies included

923 N 8th St

1-2 PM

E.L. Block is an award-winning designer, director, and author. Her work has been featured in the national media, including People Magazine, The View, Good Morning America, and The Today Show. Herdebut novel, American Gothic, went into its second printing within a month of its release in November 2022. Her second novel, Monstera (2023), was nominated for a Shirley Jackson Award and was a finalist for a Silver Falchion Award. She is published by TitleTown Publishing and agented by TTA. Block is also the owner of Gray House Publishing, an emerging independent press. In addition to short novels, Block also writes short stories, flash fiction, and poetry. Connect online: @elblockauthor

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Feb
4
6:00 PM18:00

Writers Circle w/ Erika Block

Writers Circle at WordHaven BookHouse offers local writers a comfortable place to share and develop their work, receive feedback and guidance, encourage and support other writers, and discuss all aspects of the writing process. Open to all forms of writing and all experience levels. Free to attend.

Writers Circle will meet at WordHaven the first Tuesday of each month, from 6-8pm. The circle will be led by published author and award-winning book designer, Erika Block, owner of Gray House Publishing.

Photo by Frank Juarez

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Feb
1
12:00 PM12:00

(Re)Start Your Writing Practice: VIRTUAL ($10)

VIRTUAL CLASS

(Re)start your writing practice
Join local writer and editor Jenn Walter for an interactive discussion to kickstart your 2025 writing practice! We’ll start by setting intentions for the year and identifying our roadblocks before diving into solo writing time. All experience levels and genres are welcome, whether you’re picking up the pen for the first time or simply need a push to get back into your old projects.

$10

Jennifer (Jenn) Walter is a freelance journalist living in Sheboygan. Her work has been published in a variety of local and national publications, including Milwaukee Magazine, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Discover, and Inverse. She primarily writes about science and nature, and is a member of the National Association of Science Writers. Her writing and editing work has also spanned topics like entertainment, business, and education.

Jenn is a graduate of Marquette University, where she earned bachelor’s degrees in journalism and German. You can usually find her out birdwatching in her free time.

Check out Jenn’s work at www.jenngwalter.com.

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