The Beachside Author Series Returns
Curl up by the coast with Seabrook’s beloved Beachside Author Series, returning January through June 2026. Each month, meet a new best-selling or award-winning author for an inspiring weekend of storytelling. Enjoy intimate readings, engaging Q&As, hands-on workshops, book signings, and the chance to connect with the creative minds behind your favorite stories.
Whether you’re a devoted reader, an aspiring writer, or simply craving cozy winter and springtime magic by the beach, these literary weekends are not to be missed.
2026 BEACHSIDE AUTHOR SERIES CALENDAR
Saturday, January 17th
Featured author: Chelsea Cole
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: East Main Meeting Room
Featured book(s): A Feast of Thorns and Roses (cookbook)
“Chelsea Cole is a chef, recipe developer, and creator of the popular food blog A Duck’s Oven. Known for her inventive, approachable cooking style, Chelsea specializes in sous vide techniques and creative comfort food. Her newest cookbook, A Feast of Thorns and Roses, brings lush, imaginative flavors to life with inspired recipes perfect for gatherings. When she’s not dreaming up new dishes, Chelsea teaches accessible home cooking and shares her passion for food through classes, tutorials, and vibrant online storytelling.”
Saturday, February 14th
Featured author: Marissa Meyer
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Seabrook Town Hall
“Marissa Meyer is the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles, Renegades trilogy, Heartless, and Gilded, among other celebrated works. Beloved for her sharp wit, richly built worlds, and imaginative twists on classic tales, Marissa has become one of today’s most influential voices in young adult literature. Her books have captivated millions of readers around the world and continue to inspire fandoms, fan art, and packed signing events wherever she goes.”
Saturday, March 21st
Featured author: Sarah Hawley
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Seabrook Town Hall
“Sarah Hawley is the author of the viral rom-com hit A Witch’s Guide to Fake Dating a Demon and the follow-up A Demon’s Guide to Wooing a Witch. Her stories blend laugh-out-loud humor, swoony romance, and a magical world full of charming chaos. A passionate advocate for joy-filled storytelling, Sarah’s writing celebrates whimsy, empowerment, and the unapologetically weird. When she’s not writing, she hosts the Romancing the Story podcast, diving deep into the craft and heart of romance.”
Saturday, April 11th
Featured author: Martha Brockenbrough, Natasha Likkel Tripplett, Rachel Michelle Wilson
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Seabrook Town Hall
“Martha Brockenbrough is an award-winning author of fiction and nonfiction spanning picture books, middle grade, young adult, and adult audiences. Her works include The Game of Love and Death, a Kirkus Prize finalist, and Alexander Hamilton: Revolutionary, among many others. Martha is known for her lyrical prose, sharp insight, and ability to tackle both heartfelt and historical topics with warmth and wit. She is also the founder of National Grammar Day and a devoted champion of literacy, storytelling, and young writers.”
“Natasha Likkel Tripplett is an award-winning Jamaican Jewish American author of children’s books that center on cultural representation, identity, and belonging. Based in Northern California, she brings her rich personal and professional background to stories that bridge cultures and connect readers. Natasha is the author of picture books published by HarperCollins, Chronicle, and WaterBrook, including the Golden Poppy Award–winning JUNETEENTH IS.”
“Rachel Michelle Wilson is an author-illustrator whose debut picture book, How to Pee Your Pants: The Right Way, has earned a starred review from Kirkus. Rachel’s whimsical and witty approach to children’s literature is sure to entertain, and she’ll discuss how humor and heart can combine to create engaging stories.”
