Dive into mystery and craft cocktails with Valley Bookseller's Totally Criminal Cocktail Hour in Stillwater, MN—a lively event for fans of suspense and local authors. Join the conversation and add literary intrigue to your visit.
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Dive into mystery and craft cocktails with Valley Bookseller's Totally Criminal Cocktail Hour in Stillwater, MN—a lively event for fans of suspense and local authors. Join the conversation and add literary intrigue to your visit.
Valley Bookseller in Stillwater, Minnesota presents community-centered literary events and book-focused gatherings. Valley Bookseller hosts Literature Lovers' Night Out™, an evening that brings readers together with acclaimed authors Christi Clancy, Laurie L. Dove, Andrea Eames, and Nancy Johnson. The event features author discussions, book signings, prize drawings, and a cash bar, with attendance limited to 100 guests. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to mingle and secure seating.
As a bookselling venue in Stillwater, Valley Bookseller organizes scheduled appearances and signings that connect authors with local readers. Literature Lovers' Night Out™ emphasizes close-up conversation and direct engagement between readers and guest authors in an intimate setting. The event format includes moderated discussions, opportunities for audience questions, and time for individual book signings.
Valley Bookseller serves readers and event attendees in the Stillwater area by presenting carefully structured author nights. Information about event lineups, guest authors, and capacity limits is published with each scheduled experience. Ticketing and attendance details for Literature Lovers' Night Out™ note the limited guest list and suggest arriving early for pre-event mingling and the available cash bar. Valley Bookseller’s events are designed to offer clear expectations for guests and to provide direct access to authors through signing sessions and post-talk interactions.
Location
Stillwater, MN
In the heart of Stillwater
Event Capacity
100 guests
Intimate author evenings
Featured Authors
4 authors
Christi Clancy and others
Evening Event
Night Out
Arrive early to mingle
Limited to 100 guests — secure tickets to hear Christi Clancy, Laurie L. Dove, Andrea Eames, and Nancy Johnson, plus book signings, prize drawings, and a cash bar.
Must be 21+
This event includes alcohol consumption and is strictly for guests 21 years or older.
Arrive Early
Seats can fill quickly, so arriving 10–15 minutes ahead ensures a good spot for the discussion.
Cash Bar Available
While the event includes a $5 coupon, additional drinks require cash or card at the bar inside Lowell Inn.
Coupon Use
Don’t forget to use your $5 coupon during the event for discounts at Valley Bookseller’s shop that same night.
Comfortable shoes
Stillwater’s charming streets invite casual walking before or after the event.
Light jacket or sweater
Evenings can get crisp, especially in autumn, making a layer handy.
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Notebook and pen
For jotting down author insights or favorite book titles to follow up on.
Cash or card
To purchase drinks at the cash bar or additional books with your event coupon.