Upcoming Events
I love people and thrive on live events—bookstores, festivals, panels, interviews, you name it. If you’re putting something together and want me there, let’s talk. More dates and details will be added soon, but here’s what’s already on the books.
Book Tour 2026
Harrison, NY
Harrison Public Library Event
What really happened behind the legend of Amelia Earhart? Join acclaimed author Laurie Gwen Shapiro for a fascinating evening exploring the daring life, fame, marriage, and mystery surrounding America’s most iconic aviator.
Boston, MA
History Camp Boston 2026
In this talk, Laurie Gwen Shapiro shares the story behind The Aviator and the Showman, her new biography of Earhart and publisher-promoter George Palmer Putnam, tracing how a record-setting pilot, a gifted publicist, and a hungry American media culture together created one of the twentieth century’s most enduring legends.
Virtual
Harper College Virtual Event
Event info coming soon!
Jackson, MS
Mississippi Book Festival
Event info coming soon!
Virtual
Stowaway Event with Steamship Historical Society of America
Are you a bookstore, festival, or event organizer? Let’s talk. I love meeting readers, swapping stories, and bringing history to life.
Want to bring me to your event?