This is class 1/2 for our Beginner’s Watercolor Class hosted at Blythe Books with local artist Elisabeth Ridenour. Please note that the price of this workshop includes an RSVP to both dates - you should be able to attend both class dates to sign up for this class.

Blythe Books welcomes local artist Elisabeth Ridenour into our store for a two-class series for guests. Join us for an immersive Introduction to Realistic Watercolor Painting workshop.

In this two-session workshop, you’ll learn the foundational techniques to start your watercolor journey with confidence. You’ll also receive a PDF guide with everything we’ll cover in class, including additional sketches and reference photos, so you can continue practicing at home. Additionally, you can reach out to Elisabeth after the workshop if you have any questions as you practice your new skills. 

Cost: $62 - this covers all supplies for both class sessions and the instructor’s time.

Space is limited to allow for individualized learning for everyone. Sign up for a spot at the link below.

Blythe Books is proud to welcome fantasy writer Allison Carr Waecher (she/her/heres) to the store as part of her book tour for her new novel Welcome to Blackbird Hollow. Allison is the author of Dark Night Golden Dawn, The Consulate, and The Hollow Plane series. Her new book Welcome to Black Bird Hollow was cowritten by Victoria Mier and will be published on September 30, 2025.

The town that fights the fae together stays together. 

An expelled academic collides with a grumpy hedgerider in this small town paranormal romance, perfect for fans of Rosie Danan and Lana Harper. 

Wyatt Hayes is the middle sibling in a family of fae hunters, tasked with holding the line between the mundane world and the Faerie realm. When he gets word that the fearsome Wild Hunt is coming through his beloved Blackbird Hollow, he has just one goal: make sure no one gets taken.

But then Alice Blythe—a disgruntled academic—comes roaring into Blackbird Hollow with an earth-shattering theory, knocking everything in Wyatt’s carefully structured life off-course. Pursued by secretive government agencies and perhaps even the Hunt itself, she’s a massive distraction to protecting the town, and his closely guarded heart. 

Will the Hunt steal Alice from Wyatt before they have their shot at love? 

Allison will be in store from 5-7pm for a book signing and meet-and-greet. Books will be available for pre-order and to purchase at the event. This event is free to attend and open to all ages. No ticket is required to attend.

We are honored to welcome Allison into our store as her Pittsburgh stop on her book tour.

Pre-orders for this book have finished. Books will also be available to purchase in-store, while supplies last.

Join Blythe Books as we welcome Dr. Rachel Krenek back to the store for another Beginner’s Crochet Class.

This class is perfect for anyone with zero knowledge of crocheting. It would also be a great class to attend for anyone who feels a good refresher course on the skill would be beneficial for them.

During this class students will work to first crochet a book marker (perfect for all the books you’ll read this autumn) before moving onto a scarf as the main project.

Cost: $38 - this includes all supplies as well as paying for the instructor’s time.

RSVP: Spots are limited in this class, and a ticket must be purchased to attend. Click the button below to access our ticket availability.

Blythe Books is happy to welcome Pittsburgh author R.L. Davennor back to the store for the release of their newest novel, The Psalm of Ashen Silk. This story is a prequel to The Hells of Notre Dame, and is a sapphic retelling of The Hunchback of Notre Dame.

Rae will be in-store from 5-7pm to meet readers, sign books, and chat about their series.

This event is open to all and free to attend.

You can preorder a copy of The Psalm of Ashen Silk to pick-up the evening of the event by clicking the link below. Additional copies will be available to purchase at the event, while supplies last.

Blythe Books is happy to welcome back local author Carrie DiRisio to the store for our quarterly Writer’s Workshop. This workshop is geared to help aspiring writers to get the most out of their stories and ideas for a great novel.

Each meet-up we tackle a different writing theme to help develop your story more. October’s theme is: Building Strong Scenes.

Writer’s are encouraged (but not required) to bring a scene with them that can easily be summarized in a 30 second pitch that they feel could be strengthened. Also bring along any questions or concerns you’d like to talk about. As time allows in the class, they can be discussed.

Tickets are free for this workshop, and open to anyone 16+ years old. We ask that you RSVP to this event so we can properly prepare for each participant. Please click the link below to reserve your spot.

Join Blythe Books as we welcome Pittsburgh author Jamie Lackey to the store for a conversation with Todd Sanders.

Jamie Lackey lives in Pittsburgh with her husband and their cats. She enjoys reading, writing, tabletop role playing games, video games, watching anime, baking, hiking, and mushroom hunting. She's had over 200 short stories published in places like Cast of Wonders, Beneath Ceaseless Skies, Apex Magazine, and Escape Pod, as well in a handful of Air and Nothingness Press's anthologies. 

She's a member of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association and the Horror Writers Association.

Her debut novel, Left-Hand Gods, was published by Hadley Rille Books and she has another novella and two short story collections available from Air and Nothingness Press. She has also created seven successful crowdfunding campaigns to self-publish a novel, four novellas, a novelette, two flash fiction collections, and a short story collection.

Tickets to this event are free to claim and open to the general public. We kindly ask that you reserve a spot for the evening so we can adequately prepare for the event. Click below to claim your spot.

Join Blythe Books as we host the quarterly “Sweet Suspense” book club meeting.

Sweet Suspense is a book club for anyone who loves both romance and thriller books. Each meeting will alternate between the two genres, looking at what makes these books more similar than what you might original realize.

October Book: With a Vengeance by Riley Sager

No RSVP is necessary at this time for this event. Any questions can be directed to Blythe Books. Email us at blythebookspgh@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Join Blythe Books as we welcome Pittsburgh-based author T.M. Baylor to the store for a celebration of the release of her debut novel, A Forgotten Legend.

Tickets are free for this event, though you can upgrade your ticket for a fee to receive a signed copy of the book at the event. (additional copies will be available that evening while supplies last) We ask that you reserve your spot for the evening so we can adequately prepare for our guests.

Join us for our quarterly meetup of The Yearning Yinzers, a spicy-romance book club exclusively at Blythe Books.

All are welcome to join us as we talk about our selected reading.

For more information about our current book selection, please click the button below to join our group on The Storygraph. This page will announce when a book has been chosen, allow you to participate in a buddy read, and stay up to date on any new meetings or announcements that might take place.

Join us for a social hour open to anyone who is working on a fiber project and would like to get out and meet others in the area.

Fiber projects include (but are not limited to): knitting, crochet, sewing quilting, needlepointing, embroidery, etc.

This social hour is a BYOP Event - Bring Your Own Project! We’ll be meeting to work on our projects and socialize. All socializing is optional, and you’re welcome to bring headphones and listen to music or an audiobook while you work as well.

Tea and coffee will be provided for everyone. You are encouraged to bring your own food to enjoy during the event.

You must reserve a spot for this class, as space is limited in our store.

Join Blythe Books as we welcome local author A.F. Schreiber into the store. Her debut fantasy novel The Waxing Queen released in August 2025, and we’re excited to welcome her to our store.

A.F. Schreiber will be in store from 12-4pm for a meet and greet and book signing. Books can be purchased in advance or day of for a signing.

This event is free and open to the public.. This event is an all-ages event.

PRE-ORDER a copy of The Waxing Queen (with option chocolate trio from Umber Chocolates) at the link below:

Join Blythe Books as we welcome Dr. Rachel Krenek back to the store to teacher another Beginner’s Needlefelting Class. This class is perfect for anyone looking to get into the art of needlefelting but would like some guided and hands-on instruction.

The class is kept small in size to allow for the best instruction possible.

Cost: $48 - includes all necessary supplies and pay for Dr. Krenek’s time.

Please click below to RSVP to the event - space is limited and our first Needlefelting class sold out!

Please note that this event is only for people attending the Camp Foreword Reading Camp Weekend November 7-9, 2025.

Campers: You will need to enter an access code prior to checking out to RSVP to this event. This access code will be provided by Camp Foreword.

Join Blythe Books as we host a pre-camp mixer event for all campers joining Camp Foreword on their Reading Retreat November 7-9, 2025. Our in-store event features some wonderful activities and events that will get you ready for some bookish adventures off in the mountains.

The Mixer at Blythe Books includes:

• Free drinks and snacks all evening long

• 15% off everything you purchase during the mixer

• Free arts and crafts activities that will remind you of summer camp (or at least of the Parent Trap!)

• and more!

Sign up via the button below to reserve your spot to our fantastic evening! See you soon, campers!

Join us at Blythe Books on the first Wednesday of each month for a Little Ones Story Time event. Story time is perfect for kids ages 2-6 and their caretakers. Relax in our children’s area as we read a few stories together, all themed around something seasonal and fun for everyone to enjoy.

Caretakers, free coffee and tea is available for you while your little one(s) enjoys Story Time.

This event is free and open to the public. No reservation is required.

Join Blythe Books as we welcome local author Em S. A’Cor to the store on Thursday, September 25 for a book signing and meet-and-greet.

Em is a local South Hills author who writes medical romances and Gen X romances. She offers something for everyone, including some spicy stories fit for all romance fans.

This event is free to attend and open to all ages. No ticket is required. Books will be available for purchase at the event.

Em’s appearance coincides with Blythe Book’s Happy Hour program - earn double loyalty points every Thursday evening from 4-7pm. Loyalty points can be saved to redeem for gift cards at the store. Be sure to stop by, meet Em, and grab some extra loyalty points on your account

Join Blythe Books as we welcome local romance author Ashley Bow in for a book signing and meet-and-greet.

Romance fans, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Her newest book Force Play (a baseball-themed romance) releases on September 19th, which means she’ll be in store the day after the release to sign books and meet guests.

Besides Force Play, the rest of her New York Stars book series will be available for sale too (among others).

This event is free to attend and no RSVP or ticket is needed. It is an all-ages signing. Caution: these books are 18+ recommended reading.

Blythe Books welcomes Pittsburgh author (and South Hills local) Cori Wamsley to our store on Saturday, September 13, 2025 for an author meet-and-greet and book signing.

Cori is the author of female-positive books like the Soul Sisterhood series, putting female friendship in the spotlight of her stories.

She will be at Blythe Books from 12-2pm to sign books, chat with readers, and meet new fans of her stories.

This event is open to the general public and does not require a ticket to attend. It is a family friendly event.

A Most Agreeable Arrangement: Regency-inspired floral workshop

It is a truth universally acknowledged that a person in possession of good taste must be in want of flowers. Join local flower grower and designer, Lahia from Burghblooms, for a Jane Austen-inspired afternoon of dahlias and delightful company.

In this hands-on workshop you'll explore the language of flowers, create your own petite floral arrangement, and enjoy light refreshments worthy of any fine drawing room. All are welcome—whether in modern dress or the fashion of the Season.

This class is intended for ages 18+

The cost of this class includes high tea, treats, and all supplies and instruction needed to create your own floral arrangement.

Tickets for this event go on sale in July 2025. Watch social media for a more specific date.

Join us at Blythe Books on the first Wednesday of each month for a Little Ones Story Time event. Story time is perfect for kids ages 2-6 and their caretakers. Relax in our children’s area as we read a few stories together, all themed around something seasonal and fun for everyone to enjoy.

Caretakers, free coffee and tea is available for you while your little one(s) enjoys Story Time.

This event is free and open to the public. No reservation is required.

Back by popular demand, Blythe Books is bringing the coziest, calmest craft night you’ve ever seen. Join us for an evening of book bedazzling where we’ll jazz up some of our favorite book covers with some glam rhinestones that will make each story the standout piece on your bookshelves.

Book bedazzling is easy to pick up and a relaxing way to spend the evening with friends and other bookworms.

Cost: $22 - This includes all supplies (please bring your own book), snacks, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Space is limited, reserve your spot today!

Join Blythe Books as we welcome Cheryl, owner of Chronicles of Cheryl to our store to teach an introduction to knitting for anyone who is interested in learning the craft.

The 90 minute class will include the basics of knitting. Students will learn how to make a knitted book marker and a shawl as a take-home project.

The cost of this event includes all materials, class instruction, take home patterns, and video tutorials.

Space is limited, so be sure to sign up if interested!

This class is intended for anyone ages 18+

A new school year is about to begin, and Blythe Books has you covered! Join us for our quarterly Teacher Appreciation Night, where all educators receive 10% off their entire purchase with a current school ID. Stock up on books for your classroom, find a new book to enjoy during your evenings, or grab some great new titles at a discounted price to share with friends and family - the choice is yours!

The 10% off promo only applies to purchases made from 4-7pm on Thursday, August 21. A valid (and current) school ID is required for the discount.

Looking for a fun summer activity for your kids? Join Blythe Books as we welcome local artist Ashley McCauley to our store for a kid-themed story time and craft session.

Our time together will begin with a story, one that fits with the theme of our craft activity. Afterwards Ashley will help us to create a fun take home craft - a buzzworthy beehive humming with beauty and fun!

Cost: $18 per child

Age Range: This craft is perfect for children ages 3-8. Anyone on the younger side may need some additional help and support from a parental figure.

Special Accommodations: If your child needs any accommodations to attend this class, please reach out to us at blythebookspgh@gmail.com. We will make every effort to work with you to create a great craft experience for your child.

Please note: A parent/caretaker/guardian must remain with children during this event. The parent/caretaker/guardian must be 18+ years old.

Blythe Books is excited to welcome Florida-based author Cobie LaJeanna to our store on Friday, August 8 from 6-8pm for a book signing. Meet Cobie and learn about her new psychological thriller Blood in the Cradle, available July 25, 2025.

Cobie’s story takes place in the fictional city of Halpin River, a community that drew inspiration from many of the small communities in the Ohio River Valley.

We are so excited to welcome Cobie into the store and the Pittsburgh area to meet fans. Books will be available to purchase at the event, and a link to preorder will be available soon.

This event is free to attend and open to the public.

A presale link for Blood in the Cradle will be available soon on our website to order prior to the event.

Blood in the Cradle Synopsis:

It’s a case every detective dreads—the one that forces them to confront their traumatic past.

When decorated detective Chloe Van Belle receives a call about a severed limb in a fountain, she dreads returning to Encounters, a renowned angel-worshipping church tied to her dark childhood wounds. She’s further shocked to learn six-year-old Lillian vanished from the congregation without being reported.

Chloe’s half-sister Rosie, a devout believer engaged to the reverend’s son, remains unwavering that everything unfolds according to divine will, refusing to see the evil in front of her.

An eerie search leads to Lillian’s body tucked in a cradle with a vintage watch, linking the crime to a similar murder twenty years ago. The gruesome scene triggers Chloe’s morbid fascination with death, making her visual-gustatory synesthesia, which gives murder a literal sweet taste, harder to hide. With Chloe’s nightmares and half-memories resurfacing, she engages in a macabre game of cat and mouse with the killer.

As casualties grow and evidence points to the highest levels of the church leadership, Chloe must protect Rosie and her team—but is it from a monster or herself?

A must-read for fans of Alex Marwood’s The Poison Garden and Tana French’s In the Woods!

Join us at Blythe Books on the first Wednesday of each month for a Little Ones Story Time event. Story time is perfect for kids ages 2-6 and their caretakers. Relax in our children’s area as we read a few stories together, all themed around something seasonal and fun for everyone to enjoy.

Caretakers, free coffee and tea is available for you while your little one(s) enjoys Story Time.

This event is free and open to the public. No reservation is required.

Looking for a fun summer activity for your kids? Join Blythe Books as we welcome local artist Ashley McCauley to our store for a kid-themed story time and craft session.

Our time together will begin with a story, one that fits with the theme of our craft activity. Afterwards Ashley will help us to create a fun take home craft - a cookie jar (and play cookies) that will fit perfectly into any play kitchen!

Cost: $18 per child

Age Range: This craft is perfect for children ages 3-8. Anyone on the younger side may need some additional help and support from a parental figure.

Special Accommodations: If your child needs any accommodations to attend this class, please reach out to us at blythebookspgh@gmail.com. We will make every effort to work with you to create a great craft experience for your child.

Please note: A parent/caretaker/guardian must remain with children during this event. The parent/caretaker/guardian must be 18+ years old.

Join Blythe Books for an evening of crafting fun as we offer a beginner needlefelt class taught by Rachel Krenek. This class will focus on learning the basics of needlefelting with a take-home ornament as the project you will be tackling together.

The cost of the class is $48 and includes all supplies as well as the instructor’s time.

It is advised you bring your own cookie cutter to the class to use as an outline for your design, but extra cookie cutters will be available in case you forget.

While this is a beginner class on the art of needlefelting, anyone with advanced skill level is welcome to join in on the fun too.

This class is appropriate for anyone ages 12+.

Space is limited, so reserve your spot ASAP.

Blythe Books is proud to welcome local author Samantha Beal into our store on Thursday, July 31 for a writer’s conversation with Emily Sayre. Join us for an evening of great conversation as Samm discusses The Directory Series, her murder mystery books centered in Long Beach, California.

Samm will be discussing her books and more for anyone who is a fan of murder mysteries and a classic whudunit. Tickets are available for free (with additional tickets available to purchase Samantha’s books as well) through our website. A ticket is required to attend this event.

Click the button below to reserve your spot to our wonderful mystery evening!

Indie romance writer and Pennsylvania native L. Clara will be in store on Saturday, July 26 from 12pm-4pm. Check out her books, buy a copy, and dive into your next romance series all while supporting a local author. L. Clara’s books range from Hallmark channel romances all the way to spicy and dark twisted tales, meaning there’s something for every romance lover to find and enjoy.

This event is free and open to the public. No ticket or reservation needs to be made in advance to attend.