Events
Author Appearances
Join Lindsay Marie Morris at an upcoming event—or invite her to speak at yours.
In addition to author talks and book signings, Lindsay is available to present on topics related to historical fiction, personal narrative, and the craft of writing. She welcomes invitations from libraries, bookstores, literary festivals, writing groups, book clubs, nonprofits, and academic institutions. Whether leading a lecture, moderating a discussion, or participating in a panel, Lindsay brings thought-provoking insights, practical advice, and a deep passion for storytelling rooted in history.
Interested in hosting Lindsay at your next event? Please visit the Contact page to inquire about availability and speaking topics.
Meet & greet Lindsay virtually in this hybrid event hosted by Langley-Adams Library at 7 p.m. Eastern on Monday, August 18. Lindsay will read from her novels and answer your questions. Attend in person at the library or join from home via Zoom. Live audience members will have a chance to win a copy of Lindsay's book & some swag, thanks to the author! Light refreshments will also be provided. RSVP here.
From Family Stories to Historical Fiction: a virtual event at 5 p.m. Central on Thursday, September 4, hosted by Omaha Public Library. Discover how to turn fragments of family history into rich, character-driven fiction. Drawing from her own work on Italian families during World War II, Lindsay shares how real-life stories can inspire powerful, historically grounded narratives.
Learn practical techniques for researching ancestry—from interviews to archival digging—and how to shape your findings into scenes that explore universal themes like identity, resilience, and transformation. Ideal for writers, genealogists, and anyone curious about blending fact and imagination. RSVP here.
Discover how to turn family stories into powerful fiction during From Family to Fiction: Unearthing Historical Narratives—a hybrid event with historical fiction author Lindsay Marie Morris, hosted by Virginia Beach Public Library on Sunday, September 7 at 2 p.m. Eastern.
Learn practical techniques for researching family history through interviews and archives, and explore how to connect those stories to larger historical events and universal themes, such as resilience, identity, and transformation. Whether you're writing a novel, memoir, or short story, you'll gain valuable tools to bring your heritage to life on the page. Attend in person at the library or participate remotely via Zoom from anywhere.
Tune in for a special hybrid book club appearance at 10 a.m. Central on Wednesday, September 10, at Bob and Wanda Meyer Senior and Community Center, College Station, Texas, and online. During this live event, Lindsay will appear remotely to discuss The Last Letter from Sicily, its historical backdrop, and the real-life stories that inspired it. This club's meetings are hybrid (Meyer Center / Zoom). Registration is required; please notify the library if you plan to attend in person or via Zoom. RSVP here.
Explore how family history can inspire historical fiction in this Osher Lifelong Learning at UW-Milwaukee lecture. Drawing from her work on Italians during World War II in the U.S. and Sicily, the lecturer reveals how personal stories intersect with geopolitical events to create authentic narratives. Learn techniques for uncovering family stories, connecting them to history, and exploring universal themes like resilience and identity. Ideal for writers and history enthusiasts seeking inspiration from their own heritage. Register here.
Join Lindsay for "Beneath the Sicilian Stars," an evening aperitivo and book chat at Convivio in San Diego at 6:30 p.m. on September 18. Enjoy small bites and vino before settling in for selected readings from Lindsay's novels, a Q&A, and a book signing. Come for the conversation—stay for the stories. RSVP here.
Join Lindsay for a compelling program based on Beneath the Sicilian Stars, a novel inspired by the little-known World War II-era evacuations of Bay Area Italian American families.
This presentation explores the overlooked impact of Executive Order 9066. Though best known for authorizing the internment of Japanese Americans, it also led to the forced relocation of Italian U.S. residents from military zones.
You'll learn how the town of Pittsburg, California—home to many Sicilian immigrants—was upended, with 22% of its population displaced. A local newspaper published evacuees' faces like mugshots, and fishermen were banned from their livelihoods. One of the novel's protagonists, Vincenzo Aiello, reflects this reality: arrested the night after Pearl Harbor, he is swept into a network of internment camps across the U.S.
Families were forced to relocate to towns like Concord, navigating housing, prejudice, and loss. Despite these hardships, their resilience shines through.
Drawing on local oral histories and real-life events, this talk offers an essential glimpse into a previously overlooked chapter of American history. Attendees are invited to reflect, learn, and share their own family connections to this powerful legacy. RSVP here.
Join Lindsay for an engaging online session on transforming family history into compelling storytelling at 7 p.m. Eastern on Tuesday, October 14, hosted by the Princeton Public Library. Drawing on her own research into Italian families during World War II, Lindsay will explore how real-life experiences can serve as a springboard for vivid, emotionally resonant fiction.
Participants will gain practical tools for uncovering ancestral stories through interviews and archival research, and learn how to craft scenes that reflect broader historical forces and timeless themes such as identity, resilience, and personal change.
Perfect for writers, family historians, and anyone interested in turning memory into a meaningful narrative. RSVP here.
Lindsay Marie Morris will be signing copies of her novels, The Last Letter from Sicily and Beneath the Sicilian Stars, at Mayfair Mall's Barnes & Noble in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Central on Saturday, November 1.
Barnes & Noble
2500 N Mayfair Rd Ste 196
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Catch Lindsay Marie Morris at the Southeast Wisconsin Festival of Books on Saturday, November 8, at Carroll University campus in Waukesha, Wisconsin, where she will speak on a panel about the ways writers' copyright has been affected by artificial intelligence.
Join Lindsay Marie Morris in this virtual program hosted by the Vermont Italian Cultural Association with Bridgeside Books. Lindsay will read passages from both books, share behind-the-scenes insights, and answer your questions.
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