Hey, book lovers! 👋 As an avid reader, I’ve had the opportunity to meet some incredible authors over the years. From bustling book signings to quiet coffee shop chats, I’ve had some unforgettable interactions with some of my favorite writers. Here are just a few of my most memorable author moments:

1. Getting My Book Signed by J.K. Rowling 📖✍️

As a diehard Harry Potter fan, meeting the woman behind the wizarding world was an absolute dream come true. After waiting in line for hours at a book signing, I finally got to meet J.K. Rowling and have my copy of “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” signed by her. She was kind, gracious, and even took a photo with me. It was definitely a moment I’ll never forget.

A picture of J.K. Rowling signing a book for a fan with a smile on her face

2. Chatting with John Green at a Coffee Shop ☕️📚

While attending a book festival, I had the chance to grab coffee with John Green, author of “The Fault in Our Stars” and “Looking for Alaska.” We talked about writing, our favorite books, and even exchanged some bad puns. He was down-to-earth, funny, and genuinely interested in getting to know me. It was a truly unforgettable experience.

A photo of John Green and a fan sipping coffee and chatting in a cozy coffee shop

3. Having a Book Club Meeting with Angie Thomas 📚👥

After reading “The Hate U Give” with my book club, we reached out to author Angie Thomas on social media to see if she’d be interested in chatting with us about her book. To our surprise and delight, she agreed! We had a virtual book club meeting where we got to ask Angie all sorts of questions about her inspiration, writing process, and more. It was amazing to hear her perspective on her own work and see how excited she was to discuss it with us.

A photo of Angie Thomas smiling and chatting with a group of excited book club members via video call

4. Running Into Neil Gaiman at a Bookstore 🏃‍♂️📖

One day, while browsing through a bookstore, I noticed a tall, lanky man browsing through the graphic novels. To my surprise, it was none other than Neil Gaiman, one of my favorite authors! I mustered up the courage to approach him, and we chatted about his latest book and his love for comics. It was a brief encounter, but one I’ll always cherish.

A photo of Neil Gaiman smiling with a fan in a bookstore

5. Sending Fan Mail to Rainbow Rowell 📬💌

After falling in love with “Eleanor & Park,” I decided to write a letter of appreciation to author Rainbow Rowell. To my surprise, she not only wrote back but also included a personalized, signed bookplate. It meant so much to me that she took the time to read my letter and respond to it.

A photo of a personalized, signed bookplate from Rainbow Rowell

Interacting with authors has been one of the most rewarding aspects of being a reader. Not only do you get to learn more about your favorite books, but you also get to connect with the people behind them. If you ever have the opportunity to meet an author, don’t hesitate to take it. You never know what kind of amazing experience might come from it!

A collection of books with a pen and a pair of glasses on top of them