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SUMMARY:Rick Koster (White Ghost Blues) Author Talk and Signing
DESCRIPTION:Rick Koster (White Ghost Blues) Author Talk and Signing brings the Connecticut author\, music journalist\, and novelist to Bank Square Books for an evening discussion about his latest novel. Koster will be joined in conversation by bestselling author Luanne Rice as they explore the inspiration\, characters\, and themes behind White Ghost Blues\, a coming-of-age story that blends supernatural elements\, music\, friendship\, and personal sacrifice. \nThe novel follows Wyatt “White Ghost” Dumaine\, a teenage blues guitar prodigy navigating life in New Orleans while balancing friendships\, family responsibilities\, and a complicated connection with a vampire cheerleader named Allison Pernot. As Ghost faces difficult choices involving loyalty\, love\, and identity\, the story combines humor\, fantasy\, music\, and drama against the backdrop of post-Katrina Louisiana culture. \nThis event is ideal for readers who enjoy supernatural fiction\, young adult novels\, local authors\, and literary discussions. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from Koster about the book’s creation\, participate in the conversation\, and have copies signed following the presentation. \nAdditional Details\n\nDate: Friday\, June 12\, 2026\nTime: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.\nLocation: Bank Square Books\n\nFeatured Guests \n\nRick Koster\, author of White Ghost Blues\nLuanne Rice\, New York Times bestselling author\n\nAbout White Ghost Blues \n\nYoung adult supernatural novel set in New Orleans\nFeatures Wyatt “White Ghost” Dumaine\, a teenage blues guitar prodigy\nBlends music\, fantasy\, friendship\, and coming-of-age themes\nFollow-up work from the author of Gris-Gris Gumbo and Poppin’ a Cold One\n\nAbout Rick Koster \n\nFormer musician and longtime writer\nAuthor of Louisiana Music and Texas Music\nResident of New London\, Connecticut\n\nSigned Copies \n\nSigned copies may be available for attendees\nCustomers unable to attend may purchase a copy through Bank Square Books and request personalization when ordering\nPersonalization requests are accommodated when possible\n\nAbout Luanne Rice \n\nAuthor of 39 novels\nNew York Times bestselling writer\nSeveral works adapted for television\, including Blue Moon\, Silver Bells\, and Follow the Stars Home
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LOCATION:Bank Square Books\, 80 Stonington Rd\, Mystic\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bank Square Books
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SUMMARY:John Glynn (The Lost Book of Lancelot) Weekend Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:John Glynn (The Lost Book of Lancelot) Weekend Book Signing gives readers an opportunity to meet the author of a new reimagining of one of Arthurian legend’s most enduring characters. Hosted by Bank Square Books\, the event invites visitors to stop by for a book signing and learn more about Glynn’s latest novel\, which blends medieval mythology\, fantasy\, romance\, and adventure into an expansive retelling of the story of Sir Lancelot. \nThe Lost Book of Lancelot follows a young orphan raised among a mysterious sisterhood on the Isle of Women who eventually discovers his connection to a prophecy and his true identity. As he trains to become a knight and forms a deep bond with Galehaut\, he finds himself drawn into Merlin’s plans\, the court of King Arthur\, and a kingdom facing growing threats from beyond its borders. The novel combines familiar Arthurian figures with new perspectives\, exploring themes of identity\, destiny\, loyalty\, and love. \nThis signing is ideal for fans of fantasy\, historical fiction\, LGBTQ+ literature\, and classic mythology. Readers will have the chance to meet Glynn\, discuss the novel\, and have copies signed while learning more about a story that reimagines one of the most celebrated legends in Western literature. \nAdditional Details\n\nDate: June 20\, 2026\nTime: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.\nLocation: Bank Square Books\n\nAbout the Book \n\nReimagining of the Arthurian legend of Sir Lancelot\nFeatures King Arthur\, Merlin\, Galehaut\, and the Knights of the Round Table\nExplores themes of identity\, destiny\, friendship\, and love\nSet against a backdrop of medieval lore and prophecy\nCombines fantasy\, adventure\, and historical inspiration\n\nAbout the Author \n\nEditorial Director of Hanover Square Press\, an imprint of HarperCollins\nAuthor of Out East: Memoir of a Montauk Summer\nOut East was an Indie Next selection and named among Oprah Magazine’s Best LGBTQ Books of 2019\nWriting has appeared in People\, Oprah Daily\, The Millions\, and The Daily Beast\nLives in New York City with his partner and dog\, Whitman\nCopies of The Lost Book of Lancelot will be available through Bank Square Books\nSigning opportunities available during the event\nEvent details subject to change by the organizer
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/john-glynn-the-lost-book-of-lancelot-weekend-book-signing/
LOCATION:Bank Square Books\, 80 Stonington Rd\, Mystic\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bank Square Books
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