Events

Write at the BookShelf writing workshop led by author, Kate Braithwaite. Six 2-hour workshops (9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 1018) with guided prompts, discussions, writing time, supportive feedback, and some sharing of work. $120 for 6 sessions; RSVP Required

Join the National Movement! This is the no pressure book club of your dreams! Bring any book of your choice (or pick up one from the store) to read on your own from 7:00-7:45PM, and then socialize and chat about books with other readers from 7:45-8:30PM (or keep reading or shop the store if you prefer).

Every Second Saturday, buy one USED book and get the second book of equal or lesser value for FREE!

Come and get Crafty at the Hockessin BookShelf! We will supply the book, pattern, and know-how. $20 per participant paid in advance RSVP Required

Join us to discuss this month's book.

Join us to discuss this month's book.

Meet local authors Joseph Redden and Xyne. Signed copies of their books will be available for purchase.

Please stop in to meet Delaware author, Chital Mehta. She will be chatting with customers and signing copies of her new book, Have You Seen Romit?

Join Master of Scaremonies author G. R. Hastings for an evening of spooky fun. Come and enjoy the scary stories or sign up to tell or read one of your own. This event is BYOB and for ages 18+. RSVP requested.

Join us for refreshments, games, raffle, and the MIDNIGHT RELEASE of A Court of Splintered Harmony! RSVP by phone or at the store and Pre-payment of book is required to attend. More details to follow!

Join us for a discussion of this month's selection!

Join us for a discussion of this month's selection!

Celebrate Halloween with the Hockessin BookShelf We are a stop on the Candy Corn Trail! All children who arrive in costume will receive a free USED book and a treat!

Join us at the BookShelf as we appreciate our teachers and librarians! Network with fellow educators and forge new partnerships and collaborations while enjoying light refreshments. Giveaways, Raffles, USED Book BOGO Sale, Galley Grab *RSVP by 10/26/26 and receive and extra raffle ticket!

Join the National Movement! This is the no pressure book club of your dreams! Bring any book of your choice (or pick up one from the store) to read on your own from 7:00-7:45PM, and then socialize and chat about books with other readers from 7:45-8:30PM (or keep reading or shop the store if you prefer).

Please stop in to meet Susan W. Green and help her celebrate the release of the 4th book in the Crystal Lake Series, Crystal Lake Harvest. Author discussion, Q&A, and signing.

Join us to discuss this month's book.

Join us to discuss this month's book.

Every Second Saturday, buy one USED book and get the second book of equal or lesser value for FREE!

Join Emma Driban of Final Page to create a Mini Book Ornament or Genre Jar. Participants will have the option of creating an ornament or a jar. They will also have the choice of one of three themes—Christmas Classics,Popular in 2026, or Classic Novels. Participants will need to select their themes and vessels prior to the event. $30 per participant. RSVP required!

Join us for a discussion of this month's selection!

Join us for a discussion of this month's selection!

Meet local authors Rebecca Gould Baeurle and Heather Lin. Signed copies of their books will be available for purchase.

Join us for a discussion, Q&A, and book signing with journalist and filmmaker, Andrea Chalupa in conversation with Russian mafia expert Olga Lautman. Reserve your copy now and RSVP!