That's a Wrap for 2026 Barnes & Noble Author Events!
As 2026 comes to a close, I’ve been taking time these last few days to reflect on a year filled with fun (and new!) bookstore visits, new readers, signed books, and so many new industry friends. I just wrapped on my last Barnes & Noble visit for 2026 at the Galleria at Tyler location in Riverside. What a great day with the team and the local readers! Their sci-fi and fantasy section is so impressive and draws a great and eager crowd.
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As my 2026 Barnes & Noble author events have officially wrapped, I couldn't be more grateful for the opportunities I've had this year! One of the most rewarding parts of being an indie author is seeing my books on the shelves of a nationally recognized bookstore like Barnes & Noble. Having the GwenSeven Saga available in select stores and online means so much to me. It gives readers more opportunities to discover the series, explore new worlds, and find their next favorite adventure.
I’m incredibly appreciative of the Barnes & Noble teams who have welcomed me into their stores, helped coordinate events, and made space for indie authors to connect within their store's community. Every visit has been a reminder of how special it is to meet readers face-to-face, introduce them to the GwenSeven Saga, and see the readership grow.
This year, I had the pleasure of visiting seven Barnes & Noble locations! Thank you to the follow locations and book event managers for working with me and inviting me into your beautiful stores.
Barnes & Noble Author Events:
March: Fullerton, CA
March: University of Washington (UW), Seattle, WA
May: Huntington Beach, CA
May: Orange, CA
July: Carmel Mountain Ranch, San Diego, CA
September: Georgia Tech, GA
October: Galleria at Tyler, Riverside, CA
Cheers to more stories and more bookstore visits in 2027!
To the readers who discovered my books at one of these events, thank you for giving the GwenSeven universe a place on your bookshelf. And to everyone who continues to support indie authors, your encouragement makes all the difference.
While my 2026 Barnes & Noble author events may be wrapped, I hope this is just the beginning of many more opportunities to connect with readers in bookstores across the country.
Until next time, happy fall reading!
— April Adams
Follow along at @authorapriladams and www.apriladams.me.
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