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April 11: Get your books signed by the author at the Spy Museum — Meet award-winning thriller novelist Jeffrey James Higgins who will be signing his Nathan Burke bestselling books!
When: Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 2-4pm
Where: The Spy Museum: 700 L'Enfant Plaza, SW Washington DC 20024
Check out all of details here!
If you love books and enjoy connecting with authors in-person, be sure to check out Elaine’s Literary Salon, where weekly Jeff interviews writers about their books, writing journey, and more! Plus, you’ll enjoy cocktails and entrees that are making critics take notice at the Mediterranean bistro owned by his wife: www.Elaines-Restaurant.com
Elaine's Writers Club
Only 6 spots are left for Shortcon 2026: The Premier Conference for Writers of Short Crime Fiction
When: June 6, 7:30am to 6pm
Where: Elaine’s Restaurant, 208 Queen Street, Alexandria VA
Register today!
Thursday, April 23, 20266-9pm
Author of the Cold War Thriller series Bill Rapp is bringing his latest novel, “The Prague Spring,” to Elaine’s Literary SalonSunday, April 26, 202612-3pm
Check out this preview for Rebecca Morrison’s new book, “The Blue Dress” coming to Elaine’s April 26Saturday, May 02, 202612-3pm
History comes alive: Irene Bennett’s new novel, “Battle of the Artisans,” portrays the making of the very real Bells of Marquis Yi, a 2500-year-old National Treasure of China. Don’t miss our interview at Elaine’s!Sunday, May 03, 20266-9pm
May 3: Hemlock & Hearth is coming to Elaine’s! Be sure to check out this independent Southern Gothic-influenced fragrance house based in Alexandria, Virginia founded by ChanthalWednesday, May 13, 20266-9pm
“I Can’t Have Cancer, I Have Carpool! — Lessons on Beating Cancer While Being a Mom” shares author, mom of 3 and cancer survivor Elizabeth Hodges. Meet her May 13Thursday, May 14, 20266-9pm
Austin Camacho gives us insight into his new title, “Mirror Target”Saturday, May 30, 202612-3pm
From George Washington to Aaron Burr, author and speaker David O. Stewart is bringing American history to Elaine’sThursday, June 04, 20266-9pm
Humans may “Hang 10” when they surf, but surf dogs always “Hang 20,” insists law enforcement officer turned children’s book author Kerri Hagerty. Meet her at Elaine’s and check out her bestselling books!Saturday, June 06, 20267:30-6pmJune 6: Only 6 spots are left for the Shortcon 2026 — The Premier Conference for Writers of Short Crime FictionSaturday, July 18, 202612-3pm
Lynda Allen is bringing her books to Elaine’s, including the Liv Wilde Mysteries newest title “Flashes of Fire and Fury.” She insists, “Menopause is a superpower!”Sunday, July 19, 202612-3pm
Futurist Richard Smith brings us the new Clifi Technothriller, WhiteGrass: “We call it ‘Climate Change,’ because it’s not just the heat.”Thursday, September 17, 20266-9pm
You are going to love the first two novels by Michelle Cullen, including, “A Field Guide to Murder” — Meet her at Elaine’s on Sept. 17
Author of the Cold War Thriller series Bill Rapp is bringing his latest novel, “The Prague Spring,” to Elaine’s Literary SalonSunday, April 26, 202612-3pmCheck out this preview for Rebecca Morrison’s new book, “The Blue Dress” coming to Elaine’s April 26Saturday, May 02, 202612-3pmHistory comes alive: Irene Bennett’s new novel, “Battle of the Artisans,” portrays the making of the very real Bells of Marquis Yi, a 2500-year-old National Treasure of China. Don’t miss our interview at Elaine’s!Sunday, May 03, 20266-9pmMay 3: Hemlock & Hearth is coming to Elaine’s! Be sure to check out this independent Southern Gothic-influenced fragrance house based in Alexandria, Virginia founded by ChanthalWednesday, May 13, 20266-9pm“I Can’t Have Cancer, I Have Carpool! — Lessons on Beating Cancer While Being a Mom” shares author, mom of 3 and cancer survivor Elizabeth Hodges. Meet her May 13Thursday, May 14, 20266-9pmAustin Camacho gives us insight into his new title, “Mirror Target”Saturday, May 30, 202612-3pmFrom George Washington to Aaron Burr, author and speaker David O. Stewart is bringing American history to Elaine’sThursday, June 04, 20266-9pmHumans may “Hang 10” when they surf, but surf dogs always “Hang 20,” insists law enforcement officer turned children’s book author Kerri Hagerty. Meet her at Elaine’s and check out her bestselling books!Saturday, June 06, 20267:30-6pmJune 6: Only 6 spots are left for the Shortcon 2026 — The Premier Conference for Writers of Short Crime FictionSaturday, July 18, 202612-3pmLynda Allen is bringing her books to Elaine’s, including the Liv Wilde Mysteries newest title “Flashes of Fire and Fury.” She insists, “Menopause is a superpower!”Sunday, July 19, 202612-3pmFuturist Richard Smith brings us the new Clifi Technothriller, WhiteGrass: “We call it ‘Climate Change,’ because it’s not just the heat.”Thursday, September 17, 20266-9pmYou are going to love the first two novels by Michelle Cullen, including, “A Field Guide to Murder” — Meet her at Elaine’s on Sept. 17