Join us for the second of two author panels.  Meet local, published authors and hear about their process, publishing and more.  Moderated by library staff with time for questions and answers from the audience.  Books will be available for purchase from individual authors afterwards.

Ambush at Central Park: When the IRA Came to New York by Mark Bulik

• This is the true story of four comrades from the Irish War for Independence, and their paths to and from a bullet-riddled reunion in Manhattan in 1922. It is a story of gunmen and gun-runners, informers and spies, courage and betrayal, assassinations and abductions. It is the history of the only authorized attack by the Irish Republican Army on American soil.
• Mark Bulik just retired after 45 years as a newspaperman, the last 28 as an editor at The New York Times after 28 years. A graduate of Georgetown University, grew up outside Philadelphia. His first book, The Sons of Molly Maguire: The Irish Roots of America’s First Labor War, was hailed as a "milestone" by Dublin Review of Books.

Forgotten Wisdom Books: Lessons from a Former Marine & Retired Teacher by Stephen Clifford

• These are patriotic and motivational books that help inspire children and parents to set goals and overcome challenges all kids must face in life.
• Husband of 10 years and Father of two young chilldren, Steve sought out books to teach children lessons that he grew up with having a USMC officer for a father and a 5th grade teacher for a mother. When his searches came up empty, he decided to write them himself. Steve has published 4 books and will be releasing his 5th this summer with more to come. He spends his time speaking at schools, coaching his children's sports teams and training in Judo and BJJ. Steve's is also an digital advertising executive for the past 18 years.

Claymore Confidential by Jane Garfinkel

• Prim heiress Betsy Wheeler and rebellious Tessa Klein meet at Claymore College, a tiny school in Vermont. After becoming targets of the school's gossip blogger, they discover a secret that puts every student at risk, and just weeks later a professor is murdered. Will Betsy and Tessa survive to see winter break, or have they been killers all along?
• Jane Garfinkel is a writer living in Montclair, NJ. Her work has been published in McSweeney's, Reductress, Thrillest, The Rumpus, and more. Claymore Confidential is her first novel.

Healing Aprons, An Anxiety Diary by J.T. Grazie

• Healing Aprons, An Anxiety Diary is a gentle and authentic read for those challenged by anxiety. It depicts J.T. Grazie's lifelong anxiety journey while offering transformative tools: a memoir and healing guide all in one!
• Author J.T. Grazie wears many grateful aprons, including those of a mother, author, anxiety coach, and teacher. Her greatest joy? Connecting with others in healing and through shared experiences!

The Sleeping Bear by Brandi Kaye

• There's a bear in a deep, deep sleep… but what happens if he wakes up? Introducing The Sleeping Bear—a playful, rhyming adventure filled with suspense, giggles, and a surprise ending!
• Miss Bee is a children's educator and entertainer who has dedicated her life to nurturing the social and emotional development of children. Currently, she leads the Explorers Playgroup EduPlay program, which utilizes the art of singing, dancing, and playing instruments to teach important social skills for school and life. Miss Bee's exceptional programming and curriculum are based on the philosophy of learning through play and cater to each child's individual needs.

The Book of Revelations by Idelle Kursman

• Christine Goldberg has finally achieved a good life after years of upheaval. She has a loving husband, great kids, and a steady job at a Boston modeling agency. But Christine’s comfortable life is about to unravel when Ryan Monti, an ex-boyfriend she hasn’t seen in years, reenters her life.
• Idelle Kursman was a company newsletter editor, a correspondent for a local newspaper, and has written articles for various publications. Currently, Idelle proofreads and copy edits college texts.Idelle is the author of two novels; one was a Red Ribbon Winner in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards.