Actress/author Curtis to discuss book in Naperville
• Actress and best-selling author Jamie Lee Curtis discusses and signs copies of her newest children's book, "Mommy Hung the Moon," at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. Priority numbers to reserve a place in the signing line are available with the purchase of the book at Anderson's. (630) 355-2665.
• Help celebrate Centuries and Sleuths Bookstore's 20th anniversary with author panels, book discussions and signings beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, at Centuries and Sleuths Bookstore, 7419 W. Madison St., Forest Park. Authors scheduled to appear are Lori Andrews ("Immunity"); David J. Walker ("Too Many Clients"); Michael Black ("Hostile Takeovers"); Jack Frederickson ("Honestly Dearest: You're Dead"); Jay Bonansinga ("The Sinking of the Eastland"); and Connie Fletcher ("Crime Scene"). Admission is $2. Seating is limited. (708) 771-7243.
• "Love Drugged" author and Chicago-area high school librarian James Klise discusses and signs copies of his debut book from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, at Borders Books and Music, 6103 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago. (773) 267-4822.
• "Perfect Rivals" author Jeff Carroll discusses and signs copies of his book at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 20, at Borders Books and Music, 1540 E. Golf Road, Schaumburg. (847) 330-0031.
• New York Times best-selling author Jennifer Cruise reads from and signs copies of her book "Maybe This Time" at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 20, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. (630) 355-2665.
• New York Times best-selling author Terry McMillan reads from, discusses and signs copies of "Getting To Happy" at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 20, at Barnes and Noble Oakbrook Center, 297 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook. Numbered tickets for the event will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 18. One ticket per person. (630) 684-0586.
• Blue Balliett reads from and signs copies of her newest mystery for middle readers, "The Danger Box," at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. (630) 355-2665. Balliett also appears at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, at the Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka. Call (847) 446-8880.
• Laura Caldwell, author of "Long Way Home," and Bryan Gruley author of "The Hanging Tree," will discuss and sign copies of their books beginning at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21, at the Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka. (847) 446-8880.
• Emma Donoghue reads from and signs copies of her novel "Room" at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21, at Borders Books and Music, 1500 16th St., Oak Brook. (630) 574-0800.
• Anderson's Bookshop in Downers Grove presents a special celebration with singer, actress and author Julie Andrews. Andrews shares her two new books, "The Very Fairy Princess" and "Julie Andrews' Collection of Poems, Songs and Lullabies," beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, at the Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. The program, with a question-and-answer session, will be followed by a screening of Andrews' classic film, "The Sound of Music." Tickets are required. To attend, call or visit Anderson's in Downers Grove at 5112 Main St., (630) 963-2665; or Anderson's in Naperville at 123 W. Jefferson Ave., (630) 355-2665. Ticket packages range from $25 to $33.
• Meet author Ellen Hopkins as she reads from and signs copies of her newest novel "Fallout" at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, at Anderson's Bookshop, 5112 Main St., Downers Grove. (630) 963-2665.
• Anderson's Bookshop in Naperville hosts the literary Smart Chicks Kick It Tour, featuring authors of paranormal romance books at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, at Wentz Concert Hall and Fine Arts Center at North Central College, 171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville. Authors scheduled to appear are: Alyson Noel, Kelley Armstrong, Melissa Marr, Jennifer Barnes, Jackson Pearce and Carrie Ryan. Tickets are free with the purchase of one of the featured authors' books at Anderson's Bookshop in Naperville. If no book is purchased, tickets are $5 apiece. (630) 355-2665.
• Children's book author Doreen Cronin reads from and signs copies of her new book "Rescue Bunnies" at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. (630) 355-2665.
- Laura Stewart