Edgartown Books is proud to offer a variety of free events and programming!

Morning Glory Girl
May
24

Morning Glory Girl

Stop by and say hello today to summer resident Maria Anne Lenihan, who’ll be signing copies of Morning Glory Girl, a romance book that takes place on Martha’s Vineyard.

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Dash-Nineteen_
Jun
13

Dash-Nineteen_

Author and island resident Benita Jane will be signing copies of her latest novel, Dash-Nineteen_ , a fascinating story of technology working for us and against us. Stop by and say hello and get your signed copy!

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The Power of the Prompt
Jun
14

The Power of the Prompt

Visit the store today and meet author Lara O’Brien, who will be signing copies of her new book, The Power of the Prompt, which tells the inspirational story of an Irish writing workshop. Stop by and say hello!

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FINATICS: 50 Years of JAWS, JAWS 2: The Making of the Hollywood Sequel, and MORE!
Jun
19

FINATICS: 50 Years of JAWS, JAWS 2: The Making of the Hollywood Sequel, and MORE!

On JAWS anniversary weekend, author Michael A. Smith will be signing three of his JAWS-related books: Finatics: 50 Years of JAWS, JAWS 2: The Making of a Hollywood Sequel, and Edith Blake’s bestselling 1975 updated in 2025, On Location: On Martha’s Vineyard — The Making of the Movie JAWS. Stop by “Amity Books” today and enjoy everything JAWS!

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The Book of Quint
Jun
22

The Book of Quint

From 1945 to 1968, witness Quint survive the greatest naval tragedy in history with the sinking of the USS Indianapolis, and the events that bring him to Amity Island where he becomes a legend of the North Atlantic. Meet Ryan Dacko, the author of this Jaws universe expansion novel, today at “Amity Books” and get your copy!

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JAWS Memories
Jun
22

JAWS Memories

Matt Taylor is an award-winning author and a 15th-generation resident of Martha’s Vineyard, where he resides with his wife and children. His 2011 debut book, JAWS: Memories From Martha’s Vineyard, was re-released in 2025 to commemorate the film’s 50thanniversary. Stop by “Amity Books” today and get your copy!

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Joe Alves: Designing JAWS
Jun
22

Joe Alves: Designing JAWS

Author Dennis Prince will be signing copies of Joe Alves: Designing JAWS, a comprehensive powerhouse of a book that provides the production designer’s view into the development of the world-renowned film and includes Alves’ stunning pre-production illustrations. Stop by “Amity Books” and get your copy!

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Back to the Cape
Jun
26

Back to the Cape

Award-winning author Judy Lannon, a Cape Cod resident, will be visiting the bookstore to sign copies of her new novel, Back to the Cape. Stop by and say hello!

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On Island Time
Jul
1

On Island Time

Author and summer visitor Morgan Rooney will be signing copies today of her new romance, On Island Time. Stop by and say hello and find out how “One summer can change everything”!

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A Weekend at Gramps ‘97
Jul
3

A Weekend at Gramps ‘97

A proud MVRHS alumnus (Class of '05) who taught at every school on Martha's Vineyard before moving to New York, Dave Mercaldo’s debut novel, A Weekend at GRAMPS ’97, honors his grandfather, a longtime Vineyard resident born on the Fourth of July. Stop by and say hello to Dave!

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Such a Good Mom
Jul
3

Such a Good Mom

Julia Spiro, the bestselling author of Someone Else’s Secret and Full and a year-round MV resident, visits the store today to sign copies of the new paperback edition of her latest novel, Such A Good Mom. If you haven’t yet read this MV-based thriller, today is your lucky day!

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Worse Than Strangers
Jul
11

Worse Than Strangers

Author Kyleigh Leddy will be signing copies of her debut novel, Worse Than Strangers,  a beachy retelling of Jane Austen’s Persuasion at the store today. Stop by and get your signed copy and be beach-read ready!

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Islanders Write: Vineyard Authors Book Fair
Mar
14

Islanders Write: Vineyard Authors Book Fair

Join us Saturday, March 14th for Islanders Write— a celebration of stories, community, and the incredible writers who call this island home. Don’t miss the Book Fair from 5–7pm at Featherstone Center for the Arts — meet the authors, browse their books, and get them signed. We can’t wait to see you there!

More details: https://www.mvtimes.com/islanderswrite/

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JAWS 50th Anniversary Signing with Matt Taylor
Dec
20

JAWS 50th Anniversary Signing with Matt Taylor

As part of the end-of-year celebration of the JAWS 50th Anniversary, Matt Taylor will be visiting the store on Saturday, December 20, signing the new edition of JAWS: MEMORIES FROM MARTHA’S VINEYARD, updated for the 50th anniversary.

As a special bonus, JOE ALVES: ADVENTURES IN FILM DESIGN by author Dennis Prince will include with purchase a signed bookplate by legendary film production designer Joe Alves while supplies last.

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A Christmas in Edgartown Event presented at The Harborside Inn: Home Sweet Island reading
Dec
13

A Christmas in Edgartown Event presented at The Harborside Inn: Home Sweet Island reading

Just a two-minute walk from Edgartown Books, The Harborside Inn at 3 Water Street will host children’s author Cathryn Newton on Saturday as part of our “Christmas in Edgartown” joint celebration. Stop by with your little ones for some cozy holiday spirit along with a reading and signing by Ms. Newton of her Christmas-inspired book, HOME SWEET ISLAND.

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Martha's Vineyard Film Center Event -  Screening and Book Signing: THE HISTORY OF SOUND: Stories
Nov
23

Martha's Vineyard Film Center Event - Screening and Book Signing: THE HISTORY OF SOUND: Stories

Edgartown Books is proud to sponsor this special event in collaboration with the Martha’s Vineyard Film Center. One Night Only! Come see The History of Sound, followed by a live discussion and book signing with Ben Shattuck, author and screenwriter. This film adaptation of the title story premiered at the 2025 Cannes film festival. Please visit mvfilmsociety.com for tickets to the film.

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Stepping Off the Boat: Stories from Manitou Island
Oct
11

Stepping Off the Boat: Stories from Manitou Island

Stop by for an author signing with Susan H. Wasserman for her new book, Stepping Off the Boat: Stories from North Manitou Island, which describes the importance of the Great Lakes as the first "highway" for indigenous peoples and French fur traders which paved the way for the settlement of the Manitou Islands, of Michigan, and of the Midwest after the Civil War.

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Young Salt at Sixty
Sep
5

Young Salt at Sixty

Author Deborah Hammett, who shares her inspirational story about her solo voyage from New England to the Southern Bahamas
and back in a new memoir, will be visiting the store today. Stop by and say hello!

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Morning Glory Girl
Aug
31

Morning Glory Girl

Summer resident Maria Anne Lenihan will be at the store today signing copies of her popular Vineyard-inspired novel, Morning Glory Girl. Stop by and say hello!

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Such a Good Mom
Aug
28

Such a Good Mom

Julia Spiro, the bestselling author of Someone Else’s Secret and Full, visits the store today to sign copies of her latest novel, Such a Good Mom. Stop by and say hello to Julia, who is also a year-round Vineyard resident!

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Feelings Are Like Farts
Aug
26

Feelings Are Like Farts

Stop by the store and meet Dr. Christopher Willard, (Psy. D.), a clinical psychologist and author of more than 20 books related to mental health, who’ll be signing copies of his new children’s book.

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The Scrapbook
Aug
16

The Scrapbook

Pick up your copy of “one of Boston Globe’s Best Summer 2025 Books” — THE SCRAPBOOK, the story of an intense first love haunted by history and family memory inspired by the startling WWII scrapbook of author Heather Clark’s own grandfather.

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Stealing Time
Aug
14

Stealing Time

Award-winning local author Norman Birnbach will be signing copies of his debut novel, Stealing Time, today at the store. Come by and say hello!

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Concert Dates
Aug
13

Concert Dates

DAISY JONES AND THE SIX meets THE NOTEBOOK in author Mike Bernard’s new novel about the summer of ‘76. Meet Mike and pick up your signed copy!

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A Pair of Wings
Aug
8

A Pair of Wings

Author Carole Hopson, who is also a captain for United Airlines, has brought Bessie Coleman’s remarkable story to life with A PAIR OF WINGS. Stop by and meet Carole and pick up your signed copy!

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First Ladies Make History
Aug
8

First Ladies Make History

Co-authors Anita McBride and Giovanna McBride will visit Edgartown Books to sign copies of FIRST LADIES MAKE HISTORY, a new children’s book that introduces readers to the many contributions of America’s First Ladies.

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