Author appearances: Meet Jen Lancaster, Stacey Ballis in Gurnee

• Best-selling authors Jen Lancaster, author of "The Best of Enemies," and Stacey Ballis, author of "Recipe For Disaster," will discuss their newest titles from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. A book signing follows the authors' program, with books available for purchase. Register in person at the Warren-Newport Public Library, call (847) 244-5150 or visit wnpl.info.

• Author Rebecca Makkai signs copies of her newest title, "Music for Wartime: Stories," at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, at Andersons's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. To receive a number for the signing line, purchase a copy of Makkai's book from Anderson's. Call (630) 355-2665 or visit andersonsbookshop.com. Makkai will also be on hand to discuss her book at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12, at the Highland Park Public Library, 494 Laurel Ave., Highland Park. A book signing follows the author's program. Books will be available for purchase. Register at (847) 432-0216 or at hplibrary.org.

• Meet more than 15 romance book authors at the "Romance Open House" running from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Meet New York Times best-selling authors Lori Handeland, Elizabeth Hoyt, Julie James, Jade Lee, Julie Ann Walker and others. Events include Q&A panel discussions, book signings, drawings, light snacks and beverages. Free; registration is required. (847) 985-4000 or stdl.org.

• Best-selling author Jennifer Weiner discusses her new novel, "Who Do You Love," at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at Community Christian Church, 1635 Emerson Lane, Naperville. The event is sponsored by Anderson's Bookshop of Naperville. Tickets are required and cost $32. For information, call (630) 355-2665 or visit andersonsbookshop.com.