BRISTOL — Author Joy Hill depicts the importance of encouragement in one’s success in her new children’s book, “Berry the Bird’s Big Race.” Her delightful kids’ read is set for nationwide release this week.

MISHAWAKA — Author Alyssa DelPrete announces the nationwide release of her new coming-of-age novel, “White Roses,” where she shares a story about friendship, family and the things we hide to protect those we love.

MILFORD — The Milford Public Friends of Library will be hosting local author, Natalie Replogle at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, in the adult department of the library.

By JUDY FLEMING Local children’s author, Rowena Womack, is flying high. That’s because two of her books, “Popcorn” and “Yellowstone Moose” have been selected by Southwest Airlines eBook content provider, JetBooks, for their new in-flight eBook catalog. The Southwest Airlines eBook store has recently finished beta testing and is scheduled to go fleet wide on …read more.

Author Sue Baker announces the nationwide release of “Scooter’s Big Surprise,” where she shares a valuable lesson for children and adults alike. In “Scooter’s Big Surprise,” Scooter briefly visits with the dust bunnies. Her mischievous spirit leads her to an unfortunate encounter with a shoestring. Join Scooter as she faces a scary surgery, the sadness …read more.

At 7 p.m. Monday, July 9, local author Jami Stichter will be at the Milford Public Llibrary reading her book and signing copies upon request. She’s written a children’s book, When You Don’t Clean Your Room. Are you interested in writing? Don’t miss this opportunity to meet Ms. Stichter and learn how she became a …read more.