Author appearances: Dana Perino discusses her new book at Union League Club

• Dana Perino, Fox News television host and former White House press secretary for President George W. Bush, discusses her new book, “And The Good News Is ...,” at 11:30 a.m. Monday, June 1, at The Union League Club, 65 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago. The dress code for the event is business casual. Denim is not permitted. For reservations, call the Book Stall at Chestnut Court in Winnetka at (847) 446-8880 or see thebookstall.com.

• Michael Perry, author of “Visiting Tom” and “Population 485,” discusses and signs copies of first novel, “The Jesus Cow,” at 7 p.m. Monday, June 1, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. To receive a number for the signing line, purchase “The Jesus Cow” from Anderson's. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.

• Paolo Bacigalupi discusses and signs copies of his new thriller, “The Water Knife,” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.

• Authors Liz Fenton and Lisa Steinke discuss their book “The Status of All Things” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, at the Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. A book signing follows the program, with books provided by Lake Forest Book Store. To register, call (847) 244-5150 or visit wnpl.info.

• Meet Charles Belfoure, author of “The Paris Architect,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 4, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. To receive a number for the signing line, purchase “The Paris Architect” from Anderson's. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.

• Join “Star Wars” expert Adam Bray as he discusses and signs copies of “Ultimate Star Wars” at 6:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, at The Book Stall at Chestnut Court, 811 Elm St., Winnetka. The event, recommended for ages 6 and older, includes prizes, giveaways and “Star Wars” activities. (847) 446-8880 or thebookstall.com.