Author events: Congressman John Lewis talks 'March' in Evanston

• Artful Women presents best-selling author Elizabeth Berg in a program beginning at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, at the Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. Berg, author of titles including "Durable Goods," "The Pull of the Moon," "Make Someone Happy" and "The Dream Lover," will share stories that served as her inspiration for her writings. She also will read from her books and take questions from the audience. $15. (815) 356-9212 or rauecenter.ticketforce.com.

• Congressman John Lewis of Georgia, along with co-writer Andrew Aydin and illustrator Nate Powell, will discuss their "March" graphic novel series from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 29, at Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave., Evanston. The third volume in the series was just released. The free event is recommended for those ages 14 and older. Call The Book Stall in Winnetka at (847) 446-8880 or visit thebookstall.com.

• Louise Penny discusses "A Great Reckoning," the next novel in her New York Times best-selling series, showcasing chief inspector Armand Gamache, at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, in Pfeiffer Hall, on the campus of North Central College, 310 E. Benton Ave., Naperville. Get tickets at louisepennyandersons.brownpapertickets.com. Companion ticket packages are available. One pre-signed copy of Penny's book comes with each ticket. The event is sponsored by Anderson's Bookshop of Naperville. andersonsbookshop.com.

• Contemporary artist Rene Romero Schuler signs copies of her book "Catalogue of Works by Rene Romero Schuler" at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, at the Lake Forest Book Store, 662 N. Western Ave., Lake Forest. Register by calling the Lake Forest Book Store at (847) 234-4420. See lakeforestbookstore.com.

• Local author Stacey Kade signs copies of her new novel, "For This Life Only," at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, at Barnes and Noble, 5380 Northwest Hwy., Crystal Lake. (815) 444-0824.