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SUMMARY:Staycation Book Club at Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers\, July 29\, 6:00 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:Staycation Book Club: Your Summer\, Your Way! \nReady to dive into three amazing beach reads over the next three months? With our Staycation Book Club\, you’re in control. \nTraveling one month and can’t make it? No problem! You can purchase tickets one book at a time—no need to commit to all three. Whether you’re staycationing with us or VA-cationing elsewhere\, we’ve got your summer reading covered! \nTo join a book club discussion and reserve your spot\, simply purchase the book by clicking the link! \n\nJoin us on Monday\, June 16th @ 6:00 pm to discuss Every Time I Go On Vacation\, Someone Dies by Catherine Mack\nJoin us on Tuesday\, July 8th @ 6:00 pm to discuss It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey\nJoin us on Tuesday\, July 29th @ 6:00 pm to discuss One Italian Summer by Rebecca Seale (Tickets below)\n\n \n\nStaycation Book Club | July 29
URL:https://writersforum.org/event/staycation-book-club-at-auburn-oil-co-booksellers-july-29-600-p-m/
LOCATION:Auburn Oil Booksellers\, 169 East Magnolia Ave.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36830\, United States
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SUMMARY:Staycation Book Club at Auburn Oil Booksellers\, July 8\, 6:00 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:Staycation Book Club: Your Summer\, Your Way! \nReady to dive into three amazing beach reads over the next three months? With our Staycation Book Club\, you’re in control. \nTraveling one month and can’t make it? No problem! You can purchase tickets one book at a time—no need to commit to all three. Whether you’re staycationing with us or VA-cationing elsewhere\, we’ve got your summer reading covered! \nTo join a book club discussion and reserve your spot\, simply purchase the book by clicking the link! \n\nJoin us on Monday\, June 16th @ 6:00 pm to discuss Every Time I Go On Vacation\, Someone Dies by Catherine Mack\nJoin us on Tuesday\, July 8th @ 6:00 pm to discuss It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey (Tickets below)\nJoin us on Tuesday\, July 29th @ 6:00 pm to discuss One Italian Summer by Rebecca Seale\n\nSee link below to purchase tickets. \n \n\nStaycation Book Club | July 8
URL:https://writersforum.org/event/staycation-book-club-at-auburn-oil-booksellers-july-8-600-p-m/
LOCATION:Auburn Oil Booksellers\, 169 East Magnolia Ave.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36830\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250616T190000
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SUMMARY:Staycation Book Club at Auburn Oil Booksellers\, June 16\, 6:00 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:Staycation Book Club: Your Summer\, Your Way! \nReady to dive into three amazing beach reads over the next three months? With our Staycation Book Club\, you’re in control. \nTraveling one month and can’t make it? No problem! You can purchase tickets one book at a time—no need to commit to all three. Whether you’re staycationing with us or VA-cationing elsewhere\, we’ve got your summer reading covered! \nTo join a book club discussion and reserve your spot\, simply purchase the book by clicking the link! \n\nJoin us on Monday\, June 16th @ 6:00 pm to discuss Every Time I Go On Vacation\, Someone Dies by Catherine Mack (Tickets below)\nJoin us on Tuesday\, July 8th @ 6:00 pm to discuss It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey\nJoin us on Tuesday\, July 29th @ 6:00 pm to discuss One Italian Summer by Rebecca Seale\n\nSee link below to purchase tickets: \n \n\nStaycation Book Club | June 16 \n\n \n 
URL:https://writersforum.org/event/staycation-book-club-at-auburn-oil-booksellers-june-16-600-p-m/
LOCATION:Auburn Oil Booksellers\, 169 East Magnolia Ave.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36830\, United States
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SUMMARY:Author Forest Issac Jones in Conversation at Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers\, May 17\, 6:30 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, May 17th at 6:30pm for a conversation with Forest Jones\, author of Good Trouble: The Selma\, Alabama and Derry\, Northern Ireland Connection 1963–1972. Jones explores the powerful ties between the Black Civil Rights Movement in the United States and the Catholic Civil Rights Movement in Northern Ireland\, focusing on how the Montgomery to Selma march inspired the 1969 Belfast to Derry march\, as told through oral history.
URL:https://writersforum.org/event/author-forest-issac-jones-in-conversation-at-auburn-oil-co-booksellers-may-17-630-p-m/
LOCATION:Auburn Oil Booksellers\, 169 East Magnolia Ave.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36830\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sidewalk Stroll and Stories with Sam Hendrix at Auburn Oil Booksellers\, May 17\, 9 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Sidewalk Stroll and Stories! \nKick off your Saturday with a walk through Auburn’s past. On Saturday\, May 17 at 9:00 AM\, we’re hosting our very first Sidewalk Stroll and Stories—a guided historical walk led by local historian Sam Hendrix\, author of Auburn: A History in Street Names. \nWe’ll meet at  Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers (149 E Magnolia) and take a casual stroll along Magnolia Avenue\, exploring the rich history behind some of Auburn’s most iconic streets. The walk will begin and end at AOCB. \nAs a bonus\, participants will receive 15% off any drink from our café to enjoy before or after the tour. \nWhether you’re an Auburn native or just curious about the city’s roots\, this is a great way to start your weekend. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://writersforum.org/event/sidewalk-stroll-and-stories-with-sam-hendrix-at-auburn-oil-booksellers-may-17-9-a-m/
LOCATION:Auburn Oil Booksellers\, 169 East Magnolia Ave.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36830\, United States
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SUMMARY:Page Pairings at Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers\, May 16\, 7:30-9:00 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a book-inspired wine tasting with all your favorite AOCB booksellers! \nWe pair the qualities of each wine with a book that shares the same spirit. Your ticket to the tasting\, includes your tastes and your choice of one of the featured books. Bottles of the featured wines will be for sale at great prices\, too. \nThis event is a crowd favorite\, serving as a great date\, a perfect girls’ night out\, or treat to yourself. Buy your ticket now and join us on Friday\, May 16th any time between 7:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. \n*Refunds or transfers can only be accommodated 48 hours prior to the event.  \nClick link below to purchase tickets. \n \n\nPage Pairings
URL:https://writersforum.org/event/page-pairings-at-auburn-oil-co-booksellers-may-16-730-900-p-m/
LOCATION:Auburn Oil Booksellers\, 169 East Magnolia Ave.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36830\, United States
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SUMMARY:Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers to Feature author Emily Carpenter
DESCRIPTION:Join Us on Thursday April 24 at 6:30pm for an Exclusive Conversation with Author Emily Carpenter! \nWe’re thrilled to welcome acclaimed author Emily Carpenter as we celebrate the release of her highly anticipated novel\, Gothictown! An Auburn University alum and a prolific writer\, Emily’s latest work is garnering rave reviews—including right here at AOCB! \nOur resident horror aficionado\, Bookseller Robin\, shares their excitement: \nEmily Carpenter is quickly becoming one of my new favorite authors. Her distinctly Southern Gothic voice evokes the greats like Michael McDowell and Shirley Jackson. I’m flying through her backlist and can’t wait for Gothictown to hit shelves so I can share it with our customers! \nAdding to the excitement\, Gothictown is currently in development for a TV adaptation with AMC\, helmed by showrunner Abby Ajayi. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to meet Emily in person\, get your copy signed\, and discover your next favorite read—before it comes to life on screen! \n \n\nIn Conversation with Emily Carpenter
URL:https://writersforum.org/event/auburn-oil-co-booksellers-to-feature-author-emily-carpenter/
LOCATION:Auburn Oil Booksellers\, 169 East Magnolia Ave.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36830\, United States
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SUMMARY:Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers to Feature author Patti Callahan Henry for Books over Drinks
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for Books over Drinks with author Patti Callahan Henry as we discuss her recent release\, The Story She Left Behind. Join us for a conversation with Patti\, a glass of wine\, and a chance to celebrate her recent novel\, April 22\, 7-9 p.m. \nYour ticket provides you with a pre-order copy of The Story She Left Behind. Patti will be available to sign copies of her books and answer questions. \nABOUT THE BOOK: The Story She Left Behind \nInspired by a true literary mystery\, New York Times bestselling author of the mesmerizing The Secret Book of Flora Lea returns with the sweeping story of a legendary book\, a lost mother\, and a daughter’s search for them both. \n“Brilliant\, riveting\, so beautifully written\, impossible to put down.” —Louise Penny\, #1 New York Times bestselling author \n \n\nBooks Over Drinks with Patti Callahan Henry
URL:https://writersforum.org/event/auburn-oil-booksellers-to-feature-author-patti-callahan-henry-for-books-over-drinks/
LOCATION:Auburn Oil Booksellers\, 169 East Magnolia Ave.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36830\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T143000
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SUMMARY:Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers Pop-Up Book Signing with Author Mary Dansak
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, April 19\, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. for a pop-up book signing with Mary Dansak: a writer\, equestrian\, and naturalist living right here in Auburn\, Alabama! \nMary is the author of Box Turtles\, Hooligans\, and Love\, Sweet Love\, a collection of her columns\, as well as the co-author of several anthologies. After serving the children of Alabama through a 30-year career in science education\, Mary writes and works on a horse and cattle ranch in her semi-retirement. \nMary will be in the store ready to chat and sign books from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.! \n \n\nAuthor Pop-Up with Mary Dansak \n\n \n  \n 
URL:https://writersforum.org/event/auburn-oil-company-pop-up-book-signing-with-author-mary-dansak/
LOCATION:Auburn Oil Booksellers\, 169 East Magnolia Ave.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36830\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T193000
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SUMMARY:Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers Features Poet Dan Albergotti
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for an unforgettable literary evening! Join us on April 14th\, 2025\, at 6:30 PM as we welcome renowned poet Dan Albergotti! \nDan Albergotti\, a celebrated voice in contemporary poetry\, is the author of three acclaimed collections: The Boatloads\, Millennial Teeth\, and most recently\, CANDY (LSU Press). He’s also the author of the chapbooks Of Air and Earth and Circa MMXX. His powerful and evocative work has appeared in esteemed journals\, including 32 Poems\, The Cincinnati Review\, Copper Nickel\, Ecotone\, The Southern Review\, and The Virginia Quarterly Review. He’s been featured in The Best American Poetry\, The Pushcart Prize\, and other prestigious anthologies. \nPreviously a professor at Coastal Carolina University\, Dan now teaches at the University of Tampa\, where he continues to inspire the next generation of poets. \nDon’t miss this chance to enjoy Dan Albergotti’s incredible poetry and join in on a great conversation! \n \n\nIn Conversation with Dan Albergotti \n\n \n 
URL:https://writersforum.org/event/auburn-oil-booksellers-features-poet-dan-albergotti/
LOCATION:Auburn Oil Booksellers\, 169 East Magnolia Ave.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36830\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T193000
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SUMMARY:Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers Features Author Chris Garner and his book\, Whistles & Wisdom: Lessons on Life & Leadership from an SEC Official
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 11th at 6:30pm as Chris Garner discusses his book\, Whistles & Wisdom: Lessons on Life & Leadership from an SEC Official with his friend and fellow officiant\, Chris Conway. \nPart memoir\, part leadership playbook\, Whistles and Wisdom offers readers a unique perspective on performance under pressure\, decision-making\, and earning respect in any arena. Whether you’re closing deals or calling plays\, Garner’s insights will forever change how you view success\, leadership\, and the beautiful complexity of football. \n \n\nIn Conversation with Chris Garner \n\n \n  \n 
URL:https://writersforum.org/event/auburn-oil-booksellers-features-author-chris-garner-and-his-book-whistles-wisdom-lessons-on-life-leadership-from-an-sec-official/
LOCATION:Auburn Oil Booksellers\, 169 East Magnolia Ave.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36830\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T120000
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SUMMARY:Author Angela Jackson-Brown to Read from "Untethered\," Saturday\, Feb. 1\, 11:00 a.m.\, Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers
DESCRIPTION:This novel is a poignant tale of a woman torn between the demands of her heart and the responsibilities she’s shouldered for so long. Set against the backdrop of a changing South\, this novel delves into the complexities of love\, family\, and self-discovery in a time of transformation and upheaval. \n \nhttps://www.angelajacksonbrown.com/
URL:https://writersforum.org/event/author-angela-jackson-brown-to-read-from-untethered-saturday-feb-1-1100-a-m-auburn-oil-co-booksellers/
LOCATION:Auburn Oil Booksellers\, 169 East Magnolia Ave.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36830\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ken Autrey Reading at Auburn Oil Company August 17 at 4:00 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:Join Ken Autrey\, Saturday\, August 17\, at 4 p.m. at Auburn Oil Booksellers in Auburn for a brief reading from and conversation about his poetry collection\, Circulation. \n 
URL:https://writersforum.org/event/ken-autrey-reading-at-auburn-oil-company-august-17-at-400-p-m/
LOCATION:Auburn Oil Booksellers\, 169 East Magnolia Ave.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36830\, United States
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