Book Lovers’ Lunch

BOOK LOVERS’ LUNCH

Join fellow book lovers for an exclusive and inspiring afternoon with a celebrated author in support of Bernie’s Book Bank. The afternoon includes a captivating talk by the author, a delicious lunch, and an engaging audience Q&A, all in support of Bernie’s Book Bank. Past authors include New York Times bestselling authors Shelby Van Pelt, Lisa Barr, Mary Kubica, and more.

Celebrate the love of literature and books while making a meaningful impact and sharing the gift of book ownership with local children.

Book Lovers’ Lunch, Chicagoland

Save the date for Book Lovers’ Lunch 2026 – May 29, 2026

Book Lovers’ Lunch, Greater Milwaukee

Save the date for Book Lovers’ Lunch 2026 – May 20, 2026

Three attendees chat at the Bernie's Book Bank Book Lovers' Lunch

MEET THE AUTHOR, Chicagoland

CHRISTINA CLANCY

Christina Clancy is the bestselling author of The Snowbirds, Shoulder Season and The Second Home. Her novels have been featured in People Magazine, Good Morning America, CNN, Travel & Leisure, Buzzfeed, Pop Sugar, and Shelf Awareness. The Second Home has been optioned for television and film and was selected by independent booksellers as an Indies Introduce and Indie Next pick. Her short stories and essays have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Chicago Tribune, The Sun Magazine, and in various literary journals.

2025 BOOK LOVERS’ LUNCH SPONSORS, Chicagoland

Caldecott Medal Sponsors

Continental Electrical Construction Company    Miller Cooper logo

Raise Your Glass Sponsor

CAROL SALB

MEET THE AUTHOR, Greater Milwaukee

KATHRYN STOCKETT

Kathryn Stockett was born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi. After graduating from the University of Alabama, she moved to New York City, where she worked in magazine publishing and marketing for nine years. Her first novel, The Help, has sold over 15 million copies worldwide.

2025 BOOK LOVERS’ LUNCH SPONSORS, Greater Milwaukee

Pulitzer Prize Sponsor

TOWN BANK

Caldecott Medal Sponsor

K P M G

ROCKWELL AUTOMATION

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