Dearest Gentle Readers, Anchorage Public Library is excited to welcome #1 New York Times Best Selling author, Julia Quinn to Alaska. Join us for “A Conversation With Julia Quinn” at both Loussac and Chugiak-Eagle River Libraries, October 16 and 17, 2026. Each event will feature a moderated Q&A with Julia as well as limited book signing. Public events will be free and supported by the Friends of The Library. Select titles and editions will be available for purchase at both public events, in partnership with Beauty and The Book.
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Ticket Information
Reserve tickets are sold out. We are amazed that over 130 tickets were reserved in 1 minute today. Clearly the ton is anxious to attend the literary event of the season.
Unfortunately, that meant many folks, including staff, friends, and family were shut out for reserved seating. If you missed out, we share your disappointment. If you got tickets, congratulations!
Fear not, hope springs eternal for those dedicated to the cause. Over 50% of seating at each event is dedicated to our standby lines.
PLEASE NOTE
- Standby lines open 1 hour prior to each event.
- Doors for reserved tickets open 30 minutes prior to each event
- Doors for standby tickets open 10 minutes prior to each event
- Reserved tickets not redeemed by 5:20 PM for Loussac and 2:50 PM at Chugiak-Eagle River, will be released to anyone in our standby line
- Standby line will not guarantee entry
- All seating is general admission
- Themes and discussions are intended for an adult audience
- This is a free event supported by the Friends of the Library.
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Loussac Library
Friday, October 16, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Reserve tickets are sold out.
Chugiak-Eagle River Library
Saturday, October 17, 3 - 5 PM
Reserve tickets are sold out.
Library Champions Special Event
The Anchorage Library Foundation is hosting a special event for a limited number of Library Champions. This intimate experience will include the opportunity to meet Julia, get your book signed, and celebrate with a tea soirée and swag bags.
Congratulations to the winner of the event raffle and thank you to all our library champions for supporting APL! For additional questions about this event please reach out to the Foundation at info@librarychampion.com
Champion Tea at Loussac Library
Saturday, October 17
