Author Spotlight

Emerald Library™ welcomed Christopher Paolini for an epic Big Readers Book Club conversation on storytelling, world-building, and the power of persistence. Readers from around the world joined to explore the ideas behind Eragon and the enduring magic of stories.

Emerald Library™ is pleased to highlight author Graham Hyman, whose donated books now form part of our collection. Written with heart and rooted in family storytelling, his work reflects a deep hope that stories can bring peace, understanding, and joy to readers of all ages.

Emerald Library™ welcomed internationally bestselling author Shannon Messenger for a special Big Readers Book Club author spotlight. Young readers from around the world joined the conversation as she shared insights into storytelling, world-building, and the creative process behind Keeper of the Lost Cities. The event celebrated imagination, community, and the power of stories to connect readers across cultures.

We’re delighted to shine our Emerald Library™ Author Spotlight on Cornelia Funke, celebrated author of Inkheart, The Thief Lord, and Dragon Rider. Her books are rich with imagination, filled with daring tales of friendship, courage, and wonder, portals into adventure where words come to life.

Kate is the New York Times bestselling author of Greenglass House—a book that not only won the Edgar Award for Juvenile Literature but has also captured the hearts of readers around the world. Set in a mysterious old inn with secrets, stained glass, and ghostly twists, Greenglass House celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, and our readers had the rare treat of hearing its origin story directly from Kate herself.