Author appearances: Ethan Hawke, illustrator discuss 'Indeh' at Naperville's North Central
• Author Sammy Lee Davis signs copies of his memoir, "You Don't Lose Til You Quit Trying: Lessons on Adversity and Victory," at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 5, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. To reserve a place in the signing line, purchase a copy of "You Don't Lose Til You Quit Trying" from Anderson's in Naperville. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.
• "Enchanted Islands" author Allison Amend discusses her new novel at 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 6, at The Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka. (847) 446-8880 or thebookstall.com.
• Meet "A Hero in France" author Alan Furst as he discusses his new thriller at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, at The Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka. (847) 446-8880 or thebookstall.com.
• Meet Marisa McClellan, author of "Food in Jars" as she discusses her newest title, "Naturally Sweet Food in Jars: 100 Preserves Made With Coconut, Maple, Honey, and More," at 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 6, at the Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. McClellan will discuss her book and will demonstrate some recipes. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. Register at (847) 566-8702 or see fremontlibrary.org.
• Rich Cohen, The New York Times best-selling author and creator of the HBO series "Vinyl," discusses his book "The Sun & The Moon & The Rolling Stones" at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, at Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie. $10 donation at the door. Books will be available for purchase. Reservations recommended at northlight.org/rollingstones.
• Meathead Goldwyn, founder of the barbecue grilling website AmazingRibs.com, signs copies of his new book, "Meathead: The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling," at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, at Anderson's Bookshop, 26 S. La Grange Road, La Grange. (708) 582-6353 or andersonsbookshop.com.
• Deby Eisenberg discusses her book "Protecting Paige" at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at The Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka. (847) 446-8880 or thebookstall.com.
• "Wintering" author Peter Geye signs copies of his book at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. To reserve a place in the signing line, purchase a copy of "Wintering" from Anderson's in Naperville. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.
• YouTube personality Caspar Lee presents his book "Caspar Lee" at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Anderson's Bookshop, 5112 Main St., Downers Grove. This is a book signing and photo event. Each guest must purchase a ticket in order to attend. Books purchased from vendors other than Anderson's Bookshop will not be permitted in the book-signing line. Ticket includes a signed copy of "Caspar Lee." Those younger than 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets available at casparleeandersons.brownpapertickets.com. Full details at andersonsbookshop.com.
• Joan Barnes, founder and former CEO of Gymboree, discusses her book "Play It Forward" at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at The Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka. (847) 446-8880 or thebookstall.com.
• Alison Flowers signs copies of her new book, "Exoneree Diaries: The Fight for Innocence, Independence, and Identity," at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at Anderson's Bookshop, 26 S. La Grange Road, La Grange. To reserve a place in the signing line, purchase a copy of Flowers' book from Anderson's in La Grange. (708) 582-6353 or andersonsbookshop.com.
• Local young adult author Jesse Jordan signs copies of his latest title, "This Is Not the End," at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. To join the signing line, purchase a copy of Jordan's book from Anderson's in Naperville. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.
• YouTube personality Ricky Dillon introduces his book "Follow Me" at 7 p.m. Friday, June 10, at Anderson's Bookshop, 26 S. La Grange Road, La Grange. Tickets are required (each ticket includes a pre-signed copy of the book). Books purchased from vendors other than Anderson's will not be permitted at the event. Customers younger than 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets can only be purchased at rickydillonandersons.brownpapertickets.com. For details, see andersonsbookshop.com.
• Meet the three authors of the new young adult book "My Lady Jane," Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton and Jodi Meadows, at 7 p.m. Friday, June 10, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. To join the signing line, purchase a copy of "My Lady Jane" from Anderson's in Naperville. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.
• Local author Ricardo Alfonso signs copies of his book "Forty Questions Every Father Needs to Ask His Future Son-in-Law" at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 11, at Half Price Books, 1319 N. Rand Road, Palatine. (847) 359-8250.
• Meet young adult authors Eileen Cook ("With Malice"), E. Katherine Kottaras ("How to be Brave") and Denise Swank ("One Paris Summer") at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 11, at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. To join the signing line, purchase a copy of one of the authors' latest books from Anderson's in Naperville. (630) 355-2665 or andersonsbookshop.com.
• Actor, director and author Ethan Hawke discusses and signs copies of his book "Indeh: A Story of the Apache Wars," along with the book's illustrator, Greg Ruth, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 11, at Wentz Concert Hall at North Central College, 117 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville. No posed photo opportunities. The event is sponsored by Anderson's Bookshop of Naperville. Tickets cost $17-$24 and include a copy of the book. Order tickets at ethanandgregandersons.brownpapertickets.com/. andersonsbookshop.com.