12/08/2024 - Author Meet & Greet and Book Signing

Join us at Black Cat Fables for a special event celebrating the incredible work of local author Stephen McCarthy! From the thrilling Patrick O'Sullivan Spy Series to captivating Irish fantasy novels, heartwarming road trip tales, and stunning photography books, Stephen's collection offers something for every reader.

This 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!

📚 RSVP Recommended – Let us know you're coming!

When: Sunday, December 8, 12:00 - 2:00pm

Where: Black Cat Fables (415 S. Myrtle Avenue, Suite B, Monrovia, CA 91016)

Stephen's Books Available for Sale at the Event:

• The Old Farts' Spy Club (set in LA ca. 2010 and Berlin ca. 1972)
• The Extra Virgin Spy Club (set in Italy, ca. 1973)
• The Bull Sitter's Spy Club (set in Spain, ca. 1974)
• The Orange and Green Spy Club (set in Ireland, ca. 1975)
• The Bicentennial Spy Club (set in Southern California, ca. 1976)
• The Pilsner Spy Club (set in Prague, ca. 1980)
• The Waving Yellow Spy Club (set in Southern California, ca. 1983)
• The Demon Rum Spy Club (set in Granada, ca. 1983)
• The Heavy Medal Spy Club (set in Southern California, ca. 1984)
• The Wurst Spy Club (set in Berlin, ca. 1989)
• The Old Farts Ride Again (set in Southern California, ca. 2016)
• Road Trippin' - A Guide to the Best Western Road Trips Ever
• Road Trippin' - The Isles
• Caves of Destiny
• Rivers of Destiny
• Stones Deluxe
• Stones Regular

About Stephen McCarthy: Stephen "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, Road Trippin', 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 Road Trippin' – The Isles.

Stephen’s diverse writing also includes a series of spy thrillers, starting with The Old Farts Club, 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.