The Ripped Bodice Christmas People Launch Event (in conversation with author Elissa Sussman), 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1, 3806 Main St., Culver City — Ticketed event, buy here (includes copy of book)

Burbank Book Festival, Saturday, Nov. 8, Burbank Buena Vista Library, 300 N. Buena Vista, Burbank, appearance details TBA
Three Sisters Coffee, Christmas People Holiday Event (in conversation with Erin LaRosa), Saturday, Nov. 22, 1706 W. Magnolia, Burbank, time TBA