Author events: Craig Robinson, Jimmy Webb appear in Naperville

• Thriller fiction writers Raymond Benson ("The Black Stiletto" series and various James Bond titles), Marcella Raymond (WGN-TV reporter who is working on her first crime/fiction manuscript) and Lori Rader-Day ("Little Pretty Things") take part in the "Murder and Mayhem in the Land Beyond O'Hare" panel discussion at 1:15 p.m. Monday, April 17, at the Nineteenth Century Club, 178 Forest Ave., Oak Park. The authors will discuss how to write a best-selling thriller novel and how to create literary suspense, murder and mayhem in a book's suburban setting. Books will be available for sale after the program. nineteenthcentury.org.

• Yoga teacher and Instagram personality Jessamyn Stanley signs copies of her new book, "Every Body Yoga: Let Go of Fear. Get on the Mat. Love Your Body," at 7 p.m. Monday, April 17, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. For a place in the signing line, purchase the book at Anderson's in Naperville. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.

• "The Perfect Stranger" author Megan Miranda signs copies of her book at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 18, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. For a place in the signing line, purchase the book from Anderson's in Naperville. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.

• "Motherprayer: Lessons in Loving" author Barbara Mahany signs copies of her book at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 18, at Anderson's Bookshop, 26 S. La Grange Road, La Grange. For a place in the signing line, purchase the book from Anderson's in La Grange. (708) 582-6353 or andersonsbookshop.com. Mahany also discusses her book at a Women's Exchange event at 4 p.m. Friday, April 21, at the Winnetka Congregational Church, 725 Pine, Winnetka. The cost of this program is $20. Register at bit.ly/2oi5QOL. For details, call The Book Stall at (847) 446-8880.

• Nickolas Butler, author of "Hearts of Men," discusses his book at a luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 19, at Elawa Farm, 1401 Middlefork Drive, Lake Forest. Tickets cost $65 for the luncheon, which includes the book. The event is sponsored by the Lake Forest Bookstore. Register by calling the bookstore at (847) 234-4420. Butler also will discuss his book at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, at The Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka. (847) 446-8880 or thebookstall.com.

• Pat Camalliere, author of "The Mystery at Sag Bridge," discusses her book at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, at a Mysteries at Lunch Book Group event at the Winfield Public Library, 0S291 Winfield Road, Winfield. Registration is recommended. (630) 653-7599 or winfield.lib.il.us.

• "Bang" author Barry Lyga signs copies of his novel at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, at Anderson's Bookshop, 26 S. La Grange Road, La Grange. To reserve a place in the signing line, purchase the book from Anderson's in La Grange. (708) 582-6353 or andersonsbookshop.com.

• Meet author Holly Tucker as she signs copies of her book "City of Light, City of Poison: Murder, Magic, and the First Police Chief of Paris" at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. For a place in the signing line, purchase the book from Anderson's in Naperville. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.

• Comedian and actor Craig Robinson discusses "Jake the Fake Keeps It Real," a book he co-wrote with Adam Mansbach, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, at the Center Stage Theater, 1665 Quincy Ave., Suite 131, Naperville. Tickets, which cost $15.04, are required. One ticket admits one family and includes a copy of the book. The event is sponsored by Anderson's Bookshop of Naperville. For tickets, call (630) 355-2665 or see andersonsbookshop.com.

• Ronald Balson, author of "Once We Were Brothers," "Saving Sophie" and "Karolina's Twins," is the featured speaker at the third annual Literacy Fundraiser for the Glen Ellyn Children's Resource Center at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at Village Links golf course at 485 Winchell Way, Glen Ellyn. For information, call The Bookstore in Glen Ellyn at (630) 469-2891 or see justthebookstore.com.

• Three authors discuss the issue of racial inequality at the "How Contemporary Writers Depict Racism and Segregation" author panel discussion at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at the Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. The discussion includes Denise P. Bogard ("The Middle Step"), Natalie Moore ("The South Side: A Portrait of Chicago and American Segregation") and Jennifer Morales ("Meet Me Halfway: Milwaukee Stories"). Registration is required. Free. (224) 543-1485 or vapld.info.

• Singer/songwriter Jimmy Webb discusses and signs copies of his book "The Cake and the Rain" at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at Community Christian Church, 1635 Emerson Lane, Naperville. Webb also performs his music at the event. Tickets cost $30 and include a copy of the book. A companion may also attend with a $10 ticket. Purchase tickets from sponsor Anderson's Bookshop in Naperville at 123 W. Jefferson Ave., by calling (630) 355-2665 or visiting andersonsbookshop.com.

• Joseph Kuefler signs copies of his children's picture book "Rulers of the Playground" at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. To reserve a place in the signing line, purchase the book from Anderson's in Naperville. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.

• Children's book author Julia Donaldson discusses her newest title, "The Giant Jumperee," at 4 p.m. Friday, April 21, at The Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka. Donaldson is the author of the best-selling book "The Gruffalo." (847) 446-8880 or thebookstall.com. Donaldson will also discuss her book at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 22, in the Madden Theatre on the campus of North Central College, 171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville. The event features storytelling, songs and a reading from "The Giant Jumperee." The Gruffalo character will also make an appearance. To attend, purchase "The Giant Jumperee" from Anderson's Bookshop in Naperville at 123 W. Jefferson Ave. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.

• Best-selling author Jeffery Deaver signs copies of his latest title, "The Burial Hour," at 7 p.m. Friday, April 21, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. For a place in the signing line, purchase the book from Anderson's in Naperville. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.

• Grayslake author Michelle Cox discusses and signs copies of her second book, "A Ring of Truth," at a launch party from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, April 21, at This Old Book, 138 Center St., Grayslake. Refreshments will be served. (847) 548-6951.

• Author Rebecca Makkai discusses her book "The Hundred-Year House" at 7 p.m. Friday, April 21, at the Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Hwy., Barrington. A book-signing follows the author's program. (847) 382-1300 or barrigntonarealibrary.org.

• Karen May signs copies of her children's book "What Do You Want to be When You Grow Up?" from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 22, at Cafe Book, 395 Lake St., Antioch. cafebook-antioch.com.

• Four Lake County authors are featured at the Author Showcase beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 22, at the Round Lake Area Public Library, 906 Hart Road, Round Lake. Meet authors Lisa Marie Smith ("Lincolnshire"), Mark Spreyer ("Natural Digressions"), Curt Tagtmeier ("The President's Advisors are Wrong ... I'm Right") and Eric Walters ("The Sweetener Book"). Books will be available for purchase and signing. rlalibrary.org.

• Novelist Imbolo Mbue discusses her new book, "Behold the Dreamers," at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at the Highland Park Public Library, 494 Laurel Ave., Highland Park. (847) 432-0216 or hplibrary.org.

• WWE star AJ Mendez Brooks (aka AJ Lee) signs copies of her new memoir, "Crazy is My Superpower: How I Triumphed By Breaking Bones, Breaking Hearts, and Breaking the Rules," at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at The Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka. Tickets are required. Purchase of a copy of Brooks' book from The Book Stall for a place in the signing line. (847) 446-8880 or thebookstall.com.

• Author Madhu Uppal and illustrator Angela Dygdon sign copies of their book "Hindi Poems to Read and Sing" at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. For a place in the signing line, purchase the book from Anderson's in Naperville. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.