The Lakeland Public Library is excited to welcome New York Times Bestselling author Tessa Bailey for a special author event. Discover the inspiration behind her swoon-worthy stories as Tessa shares her writing journey, creative process, and insights into her bestselling novels, including her newest release, Broken Rival. After the presentation, stick around for a book signing. Local gem bookstore, Inkling Book Shoppe, will be on site selling a selection of Tessa’s books for the signing.

This event will be held in the auditorium at the Ashely Gibson Barnett Museum of Art (800 E. Palmetto St., Lakeland, FL).

**No registration is required; however, this is a ticketed event, and tickets will be distributed the day of the program starting at 4:15 PM on a first-come, first-served basis. Ticket distribution will end at 5 PM, or when all tickets have been distributed.

Author Bio: New York Times Bestselling author Tessa Bailey can solve all problems except for her own, so she focuses those efforts on stubborn, fictional blue collar men and loyal, lovable heroines. She lives on Long Island avoiding the sun and social interactions, then wonders why no one has called. Dubbed the “Michelangelo of dirty talk,” by Entertainment Weekly, Tessa writes with spice, spirit, swoon and a guaranteed happily ever after. Catch her on TikTok at @authortessabailey or check out tessabailey.com for a complete list of books.

This event is recommended for ages 16+.