Readers and writers are coming together again this spring for another Simply Written Here event at Simply Made Here in Catonsville, Maryland, on Saturday, May 30, 2026.

Following the success of past gatherings, Simply Written Here: Vacation Edition is the perfect place to find your next beach read and kick off the summer reading season. Whether you’re hoping to discover a new local favorite or simply looking for a fun way to spend part of your Saturday, this event is designed to feel relaxed, welcoming, and community-centered.

Browse books, grab a bite to eat and drink, and explore the offerings from local artisans featured at Simply Made Here.

📅 Saturday, May 30, 2026
⏰ 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
📍 Simply Made Here, 2302 Frederick Road, Catonsville, MD 21228

Meet Maryland Authors

This year’s lineup features a mix of returning favorites and several authors joining Simply Written Here for the first time, creating a fun opportunity for readers to reconnect with familiar faces while discovering someone new. From romance and contemporary fiction to mystery and beach reads, there will be something for every kind of reader.

Returning Authors

Golden Angel
Alissa Arford
Jean Burgess
Derrick Credito
Susan W. Green
M.K. Hale
Millie Mack
J.P. Rieger
Dian Seidel
Brandy Stoker
Ashley Taylor
M.C. Vaughan
Kristie Wolf

New to Simply Written Here

Kim Alexander
Karen Neary Smithson
Kat LaGue
Alyssa Roberts
Aurelia St. James
TJ West

I’ll be there signing copies of Welcome to Seagull Street: That Summer in Ocean City, Maryland, my contemporary beach-town novel that’s filled with romance, mystery, humor, and plenty of Maryland summer memories. Stop by and say hello! If you already have a copy, bring it along and I’d be happy to sign it. Best case scenario? Buy the book from me on May 30 and then come to my book talk at Queen Takes Book on June 10!

If you’re looking for the latest bestsellers, The Bus Books has you covered.

If you’re looking for a new release, Derrick Credito will have copies of his newly released California surfing novel, Lost in the Surf, along with his debut novel, The Year of the Tsunami.

Eat, Browse & Shop Local

Enjoy food and treats while you browse with offerings from:

• Cafe Noury
• Em’s Enchanted Oven
• Rita’s Italian Ice

Grab a treat, browse handmade goods, meet authors, and spend a few hours supporting local creatives all in one place!

We’ll also have a raffle and a fun Blind Date with a Book table, which is a great way to discover something unexpected for your summer reading stack.

No RSVP needed. Just stop by and bring a friend.

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