{"title":"Past Special Events","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"01-19-2025-author-talk-signing-jeremy-lamberts-the-night-mother-vol-1","title":"01\/19\/2025 - Author Talk \u0026 Signing: Jeremy Lambert's The Night Mother, Vol. 1","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin us at Black Cat Fables for an exciting afternoon with Jeremy Lambert, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Night Mother Vol. 1,\u003c\/em\u003e a dark and thrilling tale! Jeremy will share insights into the inspiration behind his work, his creative process, and the making of this compelling story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStick around after the talk to get your copy of \u003cem\u003eThe Night Mother Vol. 1\u003c\/em\u003e signed and chat with the author! Don't miss this opportunity to meet a rising voice in modern fiction. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theblackcatbookstore.com\/products\/the-night-mother-vol-1-1\"\u003eORDER THE BOOK\u003c\/a\u003e by January 10, at 6:00pm to secure a copy by the event! \u003c\/strong\u003eLimited copies will likely be available in store at the event; we highly recommend ordering online ahead of time to ensure you get a copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSunday, January 19, at 12:00 - 2:00pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlack Cat Fables (415 S. Myrtle Avenue, Suite B, Monrovia, CA 91016)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author Jeremy Lambert: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJeremy Lambert is a writer and filmmaker from Bowie, Maryland. He’s known for writing THE HOLLYWOOD SPECIAL, DOOM PATROL with Gerard Way, BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, HELLMOUTH, DUNGEONS \u0026amp; DRAGONS, GOOSEBUMPS, and WARHAMMER, among others. The first volume in his original graphic novel trilogy THE NIGHT MOTHER (Oni Press) with artist Alexa Sharpe was published in October 2024. As a film producer and Head of Production for Breakwater Studios, his films have won two Academy Awards for Best Short Documentary (2023’s THE LAST REPAIR SHOP, and 2022’s THE QUEEN OF BASKETBALL) with an additional Oscar nomination for 2020’s A CONCERTO IS A CONVERSATION.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theblackcatbookstore.com\/products\/the-night-mother-vol-1-1\"\u003eThe Night Mother, Vol. 1\u003c\/a\u003e: \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe moon is stuck like a broken clock in the midnight sky, the sun a distant memory. No one in this quiet seaside town can remember how long this unnatural darkness has lasted. No one, that is, except for the curious girl who lives in the graveyard, caring for the dead: twelve-year-old Madeline Tock. In gratitude, the departed whisper their worries to her, sounding just like her overprotective but loving father: beware this endless night and she who causes it. Because there’s someone else who can hear the whispers, too . . . someone whose gown is a map of the cosmos, hair a tangled constellation, eyes like the lights of faraway stars. The Night Mother. Her elemental duty is to gather the souls of the dead in her lantern, then send them to their eternal rest as beautiful moonlight. But when her hunger for power drives her to take souls from the living, Madeline bravely stands up to defend her town and those she loves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRSVP ahead of time to let us know how many folks to expect!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Black Cat Fables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45554936447125,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/2456\/3093\/files\/jeremy.jpg?v=1732294092"},{"product_id":"12-20-2024-holiday-mewsic-and-treats","title":"12\/20\/2024 - \"Holiday Mewsic \u0026 Treats\" Free Gathering!","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin us for a cozy, music-filled evening of festive cheer! Indulge in delicious hot cocoa while enjoying live holiday piano music and a sing-along led by local musician Chloé Cavelier. Kids will love the special caroling segment, and all guests can wrap up their last-minute holiday shopping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring your family, friends, and holiday spirit for a night of warmth, music, and magical memories. Let's celebrate the season together! 🎹✨🎅\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFriday, December 20, at 5:00 - 8:00pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlack Cat Fables (415 S. Myrtle Avenue, Suite B, Monrovia, CA 91016)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the top of every hour, bring your kids by for a caroling sing-along of holiday favorites!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are thrilled to introduce the Monrovia-roasted coffee we plan to offer once our café opens in the new year! \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bevelcoffee.com\/\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bevelcoffee.com\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBevel Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e will be offering coffee, tea, and hot cocoa for sale at the event - stop by and enjoy the delicious flavors as a sneak peek of our coming café!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/2456\/3093\/files\/Screenshot_2024-12-06_at_8.43.29_AM.png?v=1733503612\" width=\"172\" height=\"92\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Performer Chloé Cavelier: \u003c\/strong\u003eChloé believes that everyone should have an opportunity to explore emotions, stories, and the complexities of life through music, and when she is not working as a psychotherapist, she loves working with performers of all experience levels (including those who have never sung anywhere outside of their shower) as a musical director in local theatre and occasional coach. With collegiate training in music and choral performance, over a decade of experience performing singer\/pianist in a variety of capacities, Chloé is thrilled to share the joy of holiday music with Monrovia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRSVP ahead of time to let us know how many folks to expect!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Black Cat Fables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45554983469205,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/2456\/3093\/files\/mewsictreats.jpg?v=1732303322"},{"product_id":"01-25-2025-these-pages-are-so-long-a-reading-of-poetry-prose-with-sabrina-oreilly-friends","title":"01\/25\/2025 - These Pages Are So Long: Readings of Poetry \u0026 Prose","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the stories behind the words at our upcoming poetry and prose reading event, \u003cem\u003eTHESE PAGES ARE SO LONG\u003c\/em\u003e. Featuring a diverse lineup of talented local authors, this event delves into the themes of discipline, effort, consistency, and the arduous yet necessary tasks that shape our creative and personal lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Expect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom heartfelt personal essays to evocative poetry and excerpts from published works or works in progress, each piece offers a unique exploration of the joys and challenges of perseverance. How does consistency shape the writing process—or life itself? What does it mean to achieve, or not achieve, through discipline? These questions and more will guide the evening’s readings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSaturday, January 25, 6:00-7:30pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlack Cat Fables (415 S. 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From the thrilling \u003cem\u003ePatrick O'Sullivan Spy Series\u003c\/em\u003e to captivating Irish fantasy novels, heartwarming road trip tales, and stunning photography books, Stephen's collection offers something for every reader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is your chance to meet the author, learn more about his diverse storytelling journey, and get your favorite books signed. Celebrate Monrovia’s talent and discover your next great read!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📚 \u003cstrong\u003eRSVP Recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e – Let us know you're coming!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSunday, December 8, 12:00 - 2:00pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlack Cat Fables (415 S. Myrtle Avenue, Suite B, Monrovia, CA 91016)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStephen's Books Available for Sale at the Event:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Old Farts' Spy Club (set in LA ca. 2010 and Berlin ca. 1972)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Extra Virgin Spy Club (set in Italy, ca. 1973)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bull Sitter's Spy Club (set in Spain, ca. 1974)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Orange and Green Spy Club (set in Ireland, ca. 1975)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bicentennial Spy Club (set in Southern California, ca. 1976)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Pilsner Spy Club (set in Prague, ca. 1980)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Waving Yellow Spy Club (set in Southern California, ca. 1983)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Demon Rum Spy Club (set in Granada, ca. 1983)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Heavy Medal Spy Club (set in Southern California, ca. 1984)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Wurst Spy Club (set in Berlin, ca. 1989)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Old Farts Ride Again (set in Southern California, ca. 2016)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad Trippin' - A Guide to the Best Western Road Trips Ever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad Trippin' - The Isles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaves of Destiny\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRivers of Destiny\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStones Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStones Regular\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Stephen McCarthy: \u003c\/strong\u003eStephen \"Steve\" McCarthy is a retired history teacher, author, and photographer with a passion for exploring the backroads of the world. Beginning with his magazine column in 2006, he published his first travel guide, \u003cem\u003eRoad Trippin'\u003c\/em\u003e, in 2010, highlighting the best of the Western U.S.’s quirky motels, restaurants, and scenic byways. In 2016, he and his wife, Marianne, embarked on a six-week journey through Britain and Ireland in their 1960 Triumph TR3, chronicling the adventure in \u003cem\u003eRoad Trippin' – The Isles\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStephen’s diverse writing also includes a series of spy thrillers, starting with \u003cem\u003eThe Old Farts Club\u003c\/em\u003e, as well as poetry and photography books inspired by his travels. With over a decade of group drives and countless miles behind him, Stephen continues to share his love of history, storytelling, and discovery through his books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Black Cat Fables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45571831038101,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/2456\/3093\/files\/smstones_bfc499d1-72c8-4f5d-a321-3d26687caaa7.jpg?v=1732297343"},{"product_id":"02-01-2025-story-time-book-signing-the-story-of-samson-true-tale-of-a-hot-tub-loving-bear-with-leanne-howard","title":"02\/01\/2025 - Story Time \u0026 Book Signing - The Story of Samson: True Tale of a Hot Tub Loving Bear with Leanne Howard","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin us for a special storytime event featuring local Monrovia illustrator \u003cstrong\u003eLeanne Howard\u003c\/strong\u003e, the talented artist behind \u003cem\u003eThe Story of Samson: True Tale of a Hot Tub Loving Bear\u003c\/em\u003e. This charming picture book is based on the true story of Samson, the beloved Monrovia bear with a penchant for hot tubs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStick around after the storytime to get your copy signed! \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.blackcatfables.com\/products\/the-story-of-samson-true-tale-of-a-hot-tub-loving-bear\"\u003eORDER THE BOOK\u003c\/a\u003e by January 15, at 6:00pm to secure a copy by the event! \u003c\/strong\u003eLimited copies will likely be available in store at the event; we highly recommend ordering online ahead of time to ensure you get a copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSaturday, February 1, at 10:00 - 11:00am\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlack Cat Fables (415 S. Myrtle Avenue, Suite B, Monrovia, CA 91016)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Illustrator Leanne Howard: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeanne Howard is a local Monrovia treasure, known best for co-founding Monrovia-based toy and pet product company Screaming Pickles. \u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eFounded by Monrovia natives and sisters Marlene and Leanne, with over 25 years of experience in toy design and product development, Screaming Pickles brings a playful and abstract touch to their line of toys, pet products, and customized soft goods. Their custom pet toys are handmade, right here in Monrovia. Screaming Pickles is all about celebrating creativity through unique, whimsical designs that add a splash of joy to everyday life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.blackcatfables.com\/products\/the-story-of-samson-true-tale-of-a-hot-tub-loving-bear\"\u003eThe Story of Samson: True Story of a Hot Tub Loving Bear\u003c\/a\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe true story of a wild black bear who was video taped lounging in a family's hot tub in Southern California. After becoming seriously ill from feasting on garbage can leftovers, then captured by Fish \u0026amp; Game, Samson was soon saved by a caring community who couldn't stand to see the old bear put to sleep. Bright, colorful illustrations bring this tale to life as the the young reader is introduced to to the bigger picture of wildlife habitat and conservation. Of course, Samson's happy ending demonstrates the simple truth that love can truly move mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRSVP ahead of time to let us know how many folks to expect!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Black Cat Fables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45631025086613,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/2456\/3093\/files\/samson.jpg?v=1734730458"},{"product_id":"04-19-2025-doomflower","title":"04\/19\/2025 - Doomflower: Book Signing \u0026 Author Talk with Jendia Gammon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet an inside peek at Doomflower, the brand new Young Adult campy horror novel from Jendia Gammon. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eJoin us for an inspiring afternoon with author \u003cstrong\u003eJendia Gammon\u003c\/strong\u003e as she discusses her latest work, shares insights into her writing process, and answers audience questions. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAfter the talk, meet Jendia during a book signing session and have your copy personally signed! This is a perfect opportunity to connect with a brilliant author and fellow book lovers in our community.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.blackcatfables.com\/products\/doomflower?pr_prod_strat=e5_desc\u0026amp;pr_rec_id=9a213de50\u0026amp;pr_rec_pid=8750136852629\u0026amp;pr_ref_pid=8675266920597\u0026amp;pr_seq=uniform\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.blackcatfables.com\/products\/doomflower?pr_prod_strat=e5_desc\u0026amp;pr_rec_id=9a213de50\u0026amp;pr_rec_pid=8750136852629\u0026amp;pr_ref_pid=8675266920597\u0026amp;pr_seq=uniform\"\u003eORDER THE BOOK\u003c\/a\u003e by April 12, at 6:00pm to secure a copy by the event! \u003c\/strong\u003eLimited copies will likely be available in store at the event; we highly recommend ordering online ahead of time to ensure you get a copy. 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As CEO of Roaring Spring Productions and Editor-in-Chief of Stars and Sabers Publishing, Jendia crafts compelling characters and rich worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer acclaimed novel \u003cem\u003eThe Inn at the Amethyst Lantern\u003c\/em\u003e earned multiple award nods, including the Nebula and BSFA Awards, and her upcoming releases include the campy horror \u003cem\u003eDoomflower\u003c\/em\u003e (April 2025) and the thriller \u003cem\u003eAtacama\u003c\/em\u003e (May 2025). Jendia's dragon fantasy trilogy and other exciting projects are slated for release through 2028.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased in Los Angeles, Jendia is a science writer, artist, and creative writing workshop leader. She’s a proud member of SFWA, HWA, BSFA, BFS, and more. Originally from Southern Appalachia, she shares her life with her family and her husband, British author Gareth L. 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Since those days, she’s worked her way up the coast from her hometown of San Diego to her current-town of Los Angeles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eShe also teaches English and Creative Writing to high school students. She graduated from Chapman University with a B.F.A. in Creative Writing. When she’s not writing, she’s exploring Los Angeles with her husband and beloved dog, Bodhi. 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But trouble, it seems, finds Greta, and her past—and the bloody past of Hyper Kid—is about to catch up with her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003eDifficult Girls\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"An engaging, plot-driven debut with a heart.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A thrilling debut. I dare you not to read it in one sitting.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Cynthia Murphy, author of \u003ci\u003eWin Lose Kill Die\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Sharp, witty, and oh so compelling, \u003ci\u003eDifficult Girls \u003c\/i\u003ecements Veronica Bane as an author to watch.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Jessica Goodman, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Meadowbrook Murders\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Legacies\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eAbout Alexa Donne:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAlexa Donne is the two-time Edgar nominated author of YA thrillers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThe Bitter End\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ePretty Dead Queens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThe Ivies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e. 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CLB is a lifelong superhero fanatic, and she launched into the television and film industry by working at DC Entertainment on projects including WONDER WOMAN 1984 and the CW’s STARGIRL.\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhen she’s not writing, CLB mentors young women through RowLA and WriteGirl, helping to create the next generation of real-life superheroes. 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Good luck not getting charmed by this one. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(cw: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSexual content, Abandonment, Grief, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eToxic friendship, Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Black Cat Fables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46174186864789,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/2456\/3093\/files\/WorkshopWebIcons_10x10in_17.png?v=1751666621"},{"product_id":"08-16-2025-civic-duty-author-talk-with-laina-villeneuve","title":"08\/16\/2025 - Civic Duty: Author Talk with Laina Villeneuve","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin us at Black Cat Fables for an exciting afternoon with Laina Villeneuve, author of \u003cem\u003eCivic Duty,\u003c\/em\u003e a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003enovel about an unsuspecting juror who falls in love during a staged trial that’s actually a reality show\u003c\/span\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSaturday, August 16, from 2:00 - 4:00pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlack Cat Fables (415 S. Myrtle Avenue, Suite B, Monrovia, CA 91016)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Author Laina Villeneuve: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eLaina Villeneuve lives in Glendora with her wife, three kids, two poodle mixes and way too many peacocks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eShe started writing romance when they\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ehad twins who were tricky to tuck in. Her wife suggested she use the time to plot a novel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSince Take Only Pictures, her debut novel published in 2014, Laina has published ten books with Bella, several that are linked by characters from Northern California settings like the backcountry near Mammoth Lakes, Quincy and Arcata. 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The entire trial is staged, and the juror is part of the cast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAs genuine attraction blazes between them, Emelynn finds herself trapped between her rising career and her growing feelings for the endearing juror who has no idea they’re actually starring in a reality show. But in a courtroom where nothing is what it seems, can their connection survive when the truth is finally revealed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eSometimes the heart’s evidence is the hardest to dismiss.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRSVP ahead of time to let us know how many folks to expect!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Black Cat Fables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46245472174229,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/2456\/3093\/files\/LainaVillenueveWebIcon.png?v=1753638260"},{"product_id":"august-october-2025-silent-book-club","title":"August – October 2025: Silent Book Club","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin us and book lover Christina for a three-part book club series! 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Meetings take place from August to October, 2025; the full schedule is listed below. This group is for adults age 18 and up, and spaces are limited! \u003cstrong\u003eRegistration for this series is free but required for the session(s) you wish to attend\u003c\/strong\u003e. Participants are not required to attend all sessions but may if they want to! Sara will email registrants with more details and instructions after sign-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Discussion Group:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThis Writer's Discussion Group is a space for writers to come together to receive support and feedback. We welcome all levels, whether you are a new writer ready to share your work for the first time or a seasoned author looking to improve your prose. Submissions can be of any genre, including fiction, short stories, plays, and poetry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eBefore each monthly meeting, each writer will turn in a short submission via email, which may be an excerpt of a longer piece. Each group participant will read the submissions before the session and give feedback orally when we meet. Our goal is to help each writer see the strengths in their writing, identify areas that can be improved, and, above all, to build a community of writers to inspire and support each other.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Sara:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eSara is a writer \u0026amp; editor who believes in the power of stories to create community. 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With each poem she shares, Amber invites readers into her world, hoping they'll find echoes of their own stories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eMoments with Myself: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAmber Lopez introduces her third poetry collection, \u003cem\u003eMoments with Myself\u003c\/em\u003e, that opens tender conversations about learning to appreciate the current, unfinished version of ourselves in a world that constantly demands improvement and transformation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThis collection of poems creates dialogue around how people frequently spend so much energy trying to become someone else - someone better, someone more worthy, someone more complete - that they forget to befriend the person they are right now.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThe poems remind others that it is most important to practice compassion with yourself in this moment, to protect your peace from the constant pressure to evolve, and to love yourself exactly as you are—flaws, uncertainties, and all.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRSVP ahead of time to let us know how many folks to expect!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Black Cat Fables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46296972198037,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/2456\/3093\/files\/AmberLopezWebIcon.png?v=1754771056"},{"product_id":"09-12-2025-15-minute-tarot-readings-with-nikki","title":"09\/12\/2025 – 15-Minute Tarot Readings with Nikki","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin us and local tarot reader and medium Nikki for an evening of 15-minute tarot readings! 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Hear thrilling tales of haunted places like the Queen Mary, Whaley House, Roosevelt Hotel, Magic Castle and many more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJackie will also answer audience questions about haunted places and her paranormal experiences. 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Myrtle Avenue, Suite B, Monrovia, CA 91016)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Author K.T. Jay: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eA Southern California native, K.T. 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Myrtle Avenue, Suite B, Monrovia, CA 91016)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Author Pedro Iniguez: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ePedro Iniguez is a Mexican-American Bram Stoker Award-Winning speculative fiction writer from Los Angeles. He is a Rhysling Award finalist and a Best of the Net and Pushcart Prize nominee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eThe Fib\u003c\/em\u003e is his first picture book and he is the author of \u003cem\u003eMexicans on the Moon: Speculative Poetry from a Possible Future\u003c\/em\u003e and the comic book \u003cem\u003eCatrina’s Caravan\u003c\/em\u003e, among several others.\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eApart from conducting writing workshops and speaking at several colleges, he has also been a sensitivity reader and has ghostwritten for award-winning apps and online clients. When he’s not reading, writing, daydreaming, or cooking, he likes to paint beside his Chihuahua, Cookie, and his turtle, Squirt. Find more information about Pedro and his writing at pedroiniguez.com.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eThe Fib: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e“An effective and sympathetic exploration of lies—and the importance of telling the truth.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e– KIRKUS REVIEWS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e“A wise picture book about the snowballing consequences of dishonesty.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e– FOREWORD REVIEWS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eWhen Pepe struggles to find something exciting for show and tell, he spins a little lie about a magical creature with horns like a ram, claws like a bear, wings like a bat, eyes like an owl, and a tail like a lion. 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Too often we get overwhelmed by attempts to optimize ourselves through self-help endeavors, when the ways that we can improve are through play! Playfulness allows for feeling, connecting with ourselves authentically, and stress relief. What better way to do that than by reading some fun smut? Led by a licensed MFT, this book club will explore different popular smut books in order to offer you an increased permission for pleasure, alongside a community of like-minded individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book club is open to all genders and sexual orientations, with each meeting featuring a different relationship orientation. 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Meetings take place from January to March, 2026; the full schedule is listed below. Come for all meetings or only those you want to attend! 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