Looking for a book club without the homework? Join us for a relaxed gathering of readers who simply love talking about books.

Bring one or two books you've enjoyed recently (no need to bring the physical book!) and be ready to share what made them memorable. Whether you're excited about a new release, a hidden gem, or an old favorite, this is a chance to swap recommendations, discover new reads, and connect with fellow book lovers in a casual, welcoming atmosphere.

Grab a drink from the café, settle in, and enjoy an hour of conversation centered around all things books. No assigned reading, no pressure! Just great recommendations and even better company.

Come curious, leave with a longer TBR pile.

Join Birdie Books for a special open-house style celebration honoring the release of Mysterious Things, the brand new book from local, New York Times bestselling, creative team Andy J. Pizza and Sophie Miller!

Drop in anytime between 5:30 and 7:30 PM to celebrate the launch of this highly anticipated release. Andy and Sophie will be on-site signing books and meeting readers throughout the evening.

To guarantee book availability, we strongly recommend pre-ordering your copy of Mysterious Things using the link below.

This free community event will feature:

• A book signing station with Andy J. Pizza and Sophie Miller

• Original artwork from the book on display

• Exclusive three-dimensional fiber artwork created by Sophie Miller that bring the world of Mysterious Things to life

• Interactive activities inspired by Mysterious Things

• Themed beverages and a specialty dessert available for purchase

• A chance to celebrate and connect with fellow readers, artists, and fans

Whether you're a longtime reader or discovering their work for the first time, we hope you'll join us for an evening of creativity, imagination, and community as we celebrate the launch of Mysterious Things.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration is requested to help us prepare for attendance, activities, and book inventory.

Ready… set… puzzle!

Grab your friends and put your teamwork to the test at our Speed Puzzle Night—a fun, low-key competition perfect for puzzle lovers of all levels.

Each team will receive the same 1,000-piece puzzle, and the race is on! The first team to finish takes home a $50 Birdie Books gift card—plus bragging rights, of course.

What your ticket includes:

• Entry for one team (up to 4 people per team)

• 750-piece puzzle to keep after the event

• A chance at puzzle GLORY

💲 Entry Fee: $40 per team

👥 Team Size: Up to 4 people

🎟️ Spots Available: Only 8 teams total — very limited!

Join us for a very special story time with NYT-bestselling team Andy J. Pizza and Sophie Miller as they celebrate their newest book, Mysterious Things! This interactive read-aloud experience is designed to spark imagination, creativity, and curiosity in readers of all ages.

After storytime, guests will have the opportunity to purchase a copy of Mysterious Things and have it signed by the suthors. Plus, starting at 11:00 AM, Little Ladies Soft Serve will be onsite with ice cream available for purchase, making it the perfect way to extend the morning's fun.

Come celebrate stories, creativity, and a little bit of mystery with us at Birdie Books.

Registration is required. All ages are welcome!

Join Birdie Books as we welcome Westerville author and foster parent advocate Laura for a special book talk and community conversation celebrating her book, First-Time Fostering.

Drawing from her experience as a therapeutic foster parent, mentor, and creator of the Foster Parent Partner community, Laura supports and empowers new foster parents as they navigate the licensing process and welcome children into their homes for the first time. Through practical advice, trauma-conscious insights, and relatable stories, she helps foster parents feel more confident and prepared for the journey ahead.

During this event, Laura will be joined in conversation by Leslie Jeter-Wass, Ohio NYAP Foster Parent Training Manager, to discuss the inspiration behind First-Time Fostering, key lessons from the book, and the realities of fostering.

Together, they will also answer a selection of pre-submitted audience questions. Whether you're considering becoming a foster parent, are newly licensed, currently fostering, or simply interested in learning more about the foster care system, this conversation will offer valuable insight, encouragement, and real-world perspective.

As a special thank you from Laura, attendees of the book talk will receive one complimentary nonalcoholic beverage from the cafe & bar at Birdie Books during the first hour of the event.

Books will be available for purchase and signing following the event. To guarantee book availability at the event, we encourage you to pre-order your copy in advance.

Interested in asking Laura a question? Attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions during registration, and Laura will answer a curated selection during the event.

Reserve your spot today for this meaningful morning of conversation, learning, and community connection.

Following her book talk, join us for a casual open house with author Laura, creator of Foster Parent Partner and author of First-Time Fostering. Meet Laura, have your book signed, browse the store, and connect with fellow readers and members of the foster care community.

Whether you attended the talk or are stopping by specifically for the signing, all are welcome. Books will be available for purchase, and guests are encouraged to pre-order a copy to guarantee availability. This is a wonderful opportunity to continue the conversation, and celebrate the launch of First-Time Fostering.

Registration is requested so we can plan accordingly. We look forward to seeing you at Birdie Books!

About this Book Club

Fall in love (or not) with the books that have stood the test of time. Our Classics Book Club is a space to revisit beloved favorites and discover timeless works you may have missed. From enduring novels to influential voices across generations, we’ll explore stories that continue to shape literature and culture.

Co-hosted by our Bookstore Manager Natalie and Events Coordinator Emma, this club offers thoughtful conversation, fresh perspectives, and a welcoming group of readers. No expertise required, just curiosity and a love of a good book!

This Month’s Book

Wild Seed by Octavia Butler

Doro knows no higher authority than himself. An ancient spirit with boundless powers, he possesses humans, killing without remorse as he jumps from body to body to sustain his own life. With a lonely eternity ahead of him, Doro breeds supernaturally gifted humans into empires that obey his every desire. He fears no one—until he meets Anyanwu.

Anyanwu is an entity like Doro and yet different. She can heal with a bite and transform her own body, mending injuries and reversing aging. She uses her powers to cure her neighbors and birth entire tribes, surrounding herself with kindred who both fear and respect her. No one poses a true threat to Anyanwu—until she meets Doro.

The moment Doro meets Anyanwu, he covets her; and from the villages of 17th-century Nigeria to 19th-century United States, their courtship becomes a power struggle that echoes through generations, irrevocably changing what it means to be human.

Birdie Books is excited to welcome Novels & Needles for a night of bookish, crafty fun!

In this Book Bedazzling Class, you’ll transform your favorite book cover into a one of a kind, rhinestone studded work of art. Novels & Needles will guide you step by step through the process using their signature bedazzling technique, no glue required, making it easy, relaxing, and fun for all skill levels. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with a fully bedazzled book that shines as bright as your bookshelf.

Whether you’re a romance reader, mystery lover, or just here for the craft night vibes, this is the perfect way to spend an evening surrounded by fellow book lovers, creativity, and a little bit of sparkle.

Space is limited, bring your favorite book or buy one when you arrive, and get ready to bedazzle it into something unforgettable.