Book Clubs And Upcoming Events

Local Author Showcase: Mystery and Thriller
Join us at the Berwyn Public Library for an exciting panel featuring local authors who specialize in the mystery and thriller genre! You'll have the opportunity to meet four local authors who will share insights into their writing processes, the mystery/thriller genre, and more with time for audience questions! Stick around after the discussion to purchase their books and get them signed as well.

Books and Brews with the Berwyn Public Library
Bring your TBR list - staff from the Berwyn Public Library and The Pile Bookstore will be sharing some of their book recommendations at Books & Brews! Share your favorite titles with other readers, find new books, and shop Berwyn's bookstore at this exclusive event.
Limited space is available and registration is required. Reserve your spot here: https://berwynlibrary.libcal.com/event/14488440

Author Launch Event: Tricks of Fortune by Lina Chern
Join us for an event with author Lina Chern to celebrate the release of her second book, Tricks of Fortune! Stop by to learn more about the book and author, and grab a copy of both books in the series to have signed!

Silent Book Club with the Berwyn Public Library
Calling all readers and introverts! Join us for Silent Book Club at The Pile Bookstore! Bring your own book and enjoy some quiet reading time alongside others. There is no assigned reading - just a chance to relax, learn about what titles others are enjoying, and meet fellow bookworms in a low-key space.

Banned Books Book Club
Join us for a lively discussion on books that have been banned from schools, libraries, and more. This book club meets the first Saturday of each month. Head back to our home page or email info@thepilebookstore.com to sign up for the club(s) of your choice.

Books to Movies Book Club
Meet your fellow book/movie lovers and discuss key differences and similarities between the book and film versions! This book club meets the second Saturday of each month. Head back to our home page or email info@thepilebookstore.com to sign up for the club(s) of your choice.

ALCHEMISED Midnight Release Party
Join us on September 22 at 9:00pm to celebrate the publication of ALCHEMISED. Gather with your fellow readers for raffles, trivia, games, and more! Come for drinks, snacks, photo ops, giveaways, and chances to win some exciting merchandise, and at the stroke of midnight, receive a brand new copy of the book. Please note the author will not be in attendance.
Buy your tickets here today to secure your spot at this exclusive release party!

StArt: Alma Thomas
Come for a story, stay for the art! Join us for story time and an art project about famous artists. Each session will center around a different artist, and participants will get to create and take home a project in that artist's style.

Romance Book Club
By popular demand: Romance Book Club! Join us to discuss contemporary/fantasy/other romance novels. This book club meets the third Saturday of each month. Click the link on our home page or email info@thepilebookstore.com to register!

North Riverside Movie in the Park: Dog Man
The Village of North Riverside and the North Riverside Public Library present Dog Man. Join us in Commons Park for a screening of this fun family film. Bring chairs or a blanket. Attendance is free and popcorn is complimentary. Dog Man books and merchandise will be available for purchase from The Pile Bookstore!

Used Book Happy Hour
Come in to the store where ALL used books will be $3 between 2 and 3pm.
Keep an eye out for more Happy Hour announcements on our socials and website.

Books to Movies Book Club
Meet your fellow book/movie lovers and discuss key differences and similarities between the book and film versions! This book club meets the second Saturday of each month. Head back to our home page or email info@thepilebookstore.com to sign up for the club(s) of your choice.

Book Swap at Kinslahger
Bring a book, take a book: join us for our monthly book swap! Grab a beverage and spend some time with your fellow book lovers. Bring a book you’d recommend, and leave with a book (or three) recommended to you!

Silent Book Club
Calling all readers and introverts! Join us for Silent Book Club at The Pile Bookstore! Bring your own book and enjoy some quiet reading time alongside others. There is no assigned reading - just a chance to relax, learn about what titles others are enjoying, and meet fellow bookworms in a low-key space.

Books and Brews After Dark
Bring your TBR list - staff from the Berwyn Public Library and The Pile Bookstore will be sharing some of their book recommendations at a special edition of our popular Books & Brews program, hosted at night at Kinslahger Brewing Company! Share your favorite titles with other readers, find new books, and shop some titles from Berwyn's independent bookstore at this event.

StArt: Eric Carle
Come for a story, stay for the art! Join us for story time and an art project about famous artists. Each session will center around a different artist, and participants will get to create and take home a project in that artist's style.

Romance Book Club
By popular demand: Romance Book Club! Join us to discuss contemporary/fantasy/other romance novels. This book club meets the third Saturday of each month. Click the link on our home page or email info@thepilebookstore.com to register!

Tarot & Turon: A Night with Mia P. Manansala
Join the Forest Park Public Library and The Pile Bookstore to hear about her newest book, YA mystery Death in the Cards, try some Filipino snacks, and learn a little something about tarot reading.

Our Will Power Open Mic
Collective Will responds to the inherent limitations of the Our Will Power Project (our-will-power.com), an undertaking of mother and son team Janice and Brandon Will, both disabled in different ways, writing and participating in advocacy from both sides of the caregiving relationship. Our Collective Will can achieve what Our Will Power alone cannot.

Books to Movies Book Club
Meet your fellow book/movie lovers and discuss key differences and similarities between the book and film versions! This book club meets the second Saturday of each month. Head back to our home page or email info@thepilebookstore.com to sign up for the club(s) of your choice.

Story Time with the North Riverside Public Library
Come visit with us and the North Riverside Public Library for an extra fun story time at The Pile! For ages 5 and under with an adult.

Book Fair
Join a host of bookstores and vendors at Friendly Community Room to relive your fondest Book Fair memories!

Oak Park Writers Group Open Mic
Join members of the Oak Park Writers Group as they read original poetry, fiction, and prose, and then hop up to the open mic that follows! All are welcome to read or listen, find out about the OPWG, and browse the local authors’ section at The Pile Bookstore. Come meet fellow authors and book lovers at this event!

Banned Books Book Club
Join us for a lively discussion on books that have been banned from schools, libraries, and more. This book club meets the first Saturday of each month. Head back to our home page or email info@thepilebookstore.com to sign up for the club(s) of your choice.

Books and Brews with the Berwyn Public Library
Bring your TBR list - staff from the Berwyn Public Library and The Pile Bookstore will be sharing some of their book recommendations at Books & Brews! Share your favorite titles with other readers, find new books, and shop Berwyn's local bookstore at this event.

Romance Book Club
By popular demand: Romance Book Club! Join us to discuss contemporary/fantasy/other romance novels. This book club meets the third Saturday of each month. Click the link on our home page or email info@thepilebookstore.com to register!

Our Will Power Open Mic
Collective Will responds to the inherent limitations of the Our Will Power Project (our-will-power.com), an undertaking of mother and son team Janice and Brandon Will, both disabled in different ways, writing and participating in advocacy from both sides of the caregiving relationship. Our Collective Will can achieve what Our Will Power alone cannot.

Books to Movies Book Club
Meet your fellow book/movie lovers and discuss key differences and similarities between the book and film versions! This book club meets the second Saturday of each month. Head back to our home page or email info@thepilebookstore.com to sign up for the club(s) of your choice.

Stories and Activities with DJ Corchin
Join us for story time and activities with local author DJ Corchin! He will read from his acclaimed "I Feel..." series, lead activities related to the series, and raffle off a full set to a lucky participant. Fun for the whole family--all are welcome to attend!

Banned Books Book Club
Join us for a lively discussion on books that have been banned from schools, libraries, and more. This book club meets the first Saturday of each month. Head back to our home page or email info@thepilebookstore.com to sign up for the club(s) of your choice.

Books and Brews After Dark - Local Authors Festival Edition!
Bring your TBR list - staff from the Berwyn Public Library and The Pile Bookstore will be sharing some of their book recommendations at a special edition of our popular Books & Brews program, hosted at night at Kinslahger Brewing Company! Share your favorite titles with other readers, find new books, and shop some books from Berwyn's independent bookstore at this event.

Independent Bookstore Day
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day with your favorite local bookstores! Join us and other independent bookstores all day for special promotions, giveaways, discounts, and more. Stay tuned for more updates!

Romance Book Club
By popular demand: Romance Book Club! Join us to discuss contemporary/fantasy/other romance novels. This book club meets the third Saturday of each month. Click the link on our home page or email info@thepilebookstore.com to register!

Silent Book Club with the Berwyn Public Library
Join us for Silent Book Club at The Pile Bookstore! Bring your own book and enjoy some quiet reading time alongside others. There is no assigned reading—just a chance to relax, learn about what titles others are enjoying, and meet fellow bookworms in a low-key space. Click through to learn more and register to save your space!

Books to Movies Book Club
Meet your fellow book/movie lovers and discuss key differences and similarities between the book and film versions! This book club meets the second Saturday of each month. Head back to our home page or email info@thepilebookstore.com to sign up for the club(s) of your choice.

Banned Books Book Club
Join us for a lively discussion on books that have been banned from schools, libraries, and more. This book club meets the first Saturday of each month. Head back to our home page or email info@thepilebookstore.com to sign up for the club(s) of your choice.

Books and Brews with the Berwyn Public Library
Bring your TBR list - staff from the Berwyn Public Library and The Pile Bookstore will be sharing some of their book recommendations at Books & Brews! Share your favorite titles with other readers, find new books, and shop Berwyn's new bookstore at this exclusive event. Click through to learn more and reserve your spot!