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Oct8

Author EventHorrorFairfax, VA

Fall for the Book Presents: Stephen Graham Jones

7:30 PM • Thursday, October 8, 2026Harris Theatre, George Mason UniversityPresented by Bards AlleyFree

In The Buffalo Hunter Hunter, horror icon Stephen Graham Jones unspools an American Indian revenge story told through transcribed interviews of a Blackfeet named Good Stab. His tale unveils a Blackfeet massacre and the haunting, immortal search for justice. Jones is the author of over thirty novels, novellas, comics, and more; his forthcoming novel Off the Reservation returns to the Blackfeet reservation exploring another dark corner of this nation’s history involving the Carlisle Indian Industrial School. Jones is the recipient of numerous honors, including four Bram Stoker awards and three Shirley Jackson awards, and has been named a finalist for the World Fantasy Award. Dani Trujillo will moderate this conversation. Sponsored by George Mason Friends. Free tickets are required for this event. Reserve yours starting on September 10 at 7:30 p.m. Max two per person. Copies of Jones' books will be available for purchase at the event and a book signing will follow. Copies of Off the Reservation will be for sale ahead of its pub date (10/13/26) this evening only.

Oct9

Author EventFictionFairfax, VA

The Book Stall welcomes bestselling author Fiona Davis for a discussion featuring her new book, Samantha: The Next Chapter . This first American Girl book for adults follows one of American Girl's most beloved characters, Samantha Parkington--now an adult searching for justice after her legacy is stolen in New York City in 1920. Fiona Davis brings her signature talent to craft an all-new adult voice for Samantha Parkington, perfect for fans who grew up with American Girl and for readers of historical fiction. Fiona Davis will be in-conversation with literary writer Ashley Hasty. The ticket price is $33 and includes a copy of the book. Ms. Davis will be happy to sign her works!Fiona Davis is the New York Times bestselling author of several novels, including The Stolen Queen, The Magnolia Palace, and The Lions of Fifth Avenue, which was a Good Morning America Book Club pick. She’s a graduate of the Columbia Journalism School and is based in New York City.Ashley Hasty is the founder of the Chicago Literary Salon, a Chicago-based series of intimate, dinner party–style author events designed to spark meaningful conversation and connection through books. She holds a Ph.D. in fashion history and brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to her work, blending storytelling, culture, and style. In 2016, Ashley launched her blog, HastyBookList.com, where she shares curated book recommendations, author interviews, and insights into the literary world. Through both her writing and her events, she is passionate about creating spaces where readers feel inspired, engaged, and part of a larger literary community.

Oct16