Dig into live book events, the latest appearances by authors, and more with our roundup of book and literary events happening in Houston in March 2026.
When I was a kid, I basically lived in the Cranston Public Library’s Arlington branch and the Henry Barnard School library. I was that kid who always had a book in my bag, in the backseat of the car, on the beach. I think that’s part of the reason, even as an adult, I love great children’s books.
There are two author events this month featuring incredible writers of middle-grade novels. My childhood best friend Hannah introduced me to Gordon Korman’s Bruno and Boots series when we were about 9. I’ve followed his career ever since. He’s in town this month. So is Meg Medina, whose Newberry Award-winning novel Merci Suarez Changes Gears was one of my favorite books the year I read it. Both are in Houston as part of Inprint’s Cool Brains series, which I think is one of our city’s best literary offerings.
I love a good book release party, and Katy Budget Books has one that looks super fun. I also love that there is an event this month that you can enjoy with your furry friends. Political junkies will want to head to Brazos Bookstore this month for an event that looks at the past and future of Lone Star State politics.
Read on for more happenings on Houston’s literary scene.
Go read books, Houston!
Top 10 Book & Author Events in Houston: March 2026
Author Meg Medina at Meyerland Performing & Visual Arts Middle School | Sunday, March 1 | FREE with RSVP – Appearing as part of Inprint Houston’s Cool Brains series, the Newberry Award-winning author of Merci Suarez Changes Gears discusses and signs her latest book, Graciela in the Abyss. The first 100 people will receive free copies. 3pm. RSVP.
Storytelling between Tongues: Tayyba Kanwal & Hayan Charara with Gemini Wahhaj at Basket Books & Art | Tuesday, March 3 | FREE – The three writers discuss their own works and what it means to be a storyteller working in a language that isn’t your own. Copies of the authors’ books will be available. 7pm to 9pm. Learn more.
Mistakes Were Made Release Party at Katy Budget Books | Tuesday, March 10 | FREE – The bookstore celebrates the release of Lucy Score’s new novel, second in the Story Lake series. Expect snacks, friendship bracelet kits, trivia and more. Copies of the book available for sale. 5pm to 7pm. Learn more.
Author Tayari Jones at Kindred Stories | Wednesday, March 11 – The author discusses her novel, Kin, about two motherless friends growing up and coming of age in 1950s and ‘60s Louisiana. The New York Times called it a “lush, beautiful novel about the family we make.” Tickets include a copy of the book. $48. 7pm. Get tickets.
The Progressive Forum: Michael Pollan at Congregation Emmanu El | Thursday, March 12 – The New York Times bestselling author discusses his new book, A World Appears: A Journey into Consciousness. Books will be available for purchase. $54+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Author Elle Cosimano at Murder by the Book | Monday, March 16 | FREE – The author of the popular Finlay Donovan series talks with Abby Dunn about the latest installment, Finlay Donovan Crosses the Line. In order to have your book signed by the author, you must purchase it from the store. 6:30pm. Learn more.
Author David Griscom at Brazos Bookstore | Thursday, March 19 | FREE – The author discusses his debut, The Myth of Red Texas: Cowboys, Populism, and Class War in the Radical South, which argues that the Lone Star State wasn’t always solidly Republican and offers his ideas on what Democrats can do for the future of state politics. Learn more.
The Progressive Forum: Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson at Congregation Emmanu El | Monday, March 23 – The author discusses her latest book, What If We Get It Right?: Visions of Climate Future. Books will be available for purchase at the event. $54+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Author Father Bill Miller at Good on Paper Books & Stationery | Tuesday, March 24 | FREE – Your furry friends are invited to join you to a talk where the author and Episcopal priest from San Antonio discusses his book, The Gospel According to Sam: Animal Stories for the Soul. 7:30 to 9:00pm. Learn more.
Author Gordon Korman at Meyerland Performing & Visual Arts Middle School | Sunday, March 29 | FREE with RSVP – The New York Times best-selling author discusses and signs his latest novel, Hypergifted, the sequel to Ungifted and Supergifted. He’ll also answer questions from fans. 3pm. RSVP.
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