Between Raindrops and Paperbacks - March Events

Indie Author of the Week!

Nikki Lanier

Dr. Nikki R. Lanier is a distinguished labor attorney, public speaker, author, and advisor, renowned for her expertise in equity, human resources, systems thinking and organizational effectiveness and the future of work. She is the CEO and founder of Harper Slade, a firm dedicated to creating workplaces where multiculturalism thrives as a risk mitigation strategy and macroeconomic imperative.

Having held executive positions in various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, education, and consulting, Dr. Lanier has served as a three-time Chief Human Resources Officer in both the private and public sectors and held an executive position with the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis as the Senior Vice President and Regional Executive of the Louisville Branch . In this capacity, she connected the public, business leaders, and community bankers with the Federal Reserve, overseeing community development and economic education initiatives.

Dr. Lanier earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law and a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Hampton University. She also holds a certification in Collective Bargaining from Cornell University’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations.

Her insights and thought leadership on the future of work and business have been featured in prominent media outlets such as Ebony Media, Forbes, NPR, Essence, USA Today, CNBC, and PBS.

Holistic Fair March 14th, noon to 5 PM - Shepherdsville Location

Step into a world of inspiration and well-being at our eagerly anticipated Holistic Fair.  Whether you’re a seasoned seeker or simply curious about holistic health, this event promises an enriching experience for all. Mark your calendar, invite your friends, and join our community as we celebrate the many pathways to personal harmony and vitality.

Imagine a space where curiosity meets expertise, and where the journey to wellness begins with a single step. The Holistic Fair is designed to be that space—a welcoming environment where individuals from all walks of life can explore, learn, and sample a diverse range of holistic services offered by expert vendors.

Remember to put wellness at the top of your list through the holiday season.

Join us for our next meeting of The Reading Room Book Club:

March 15th from 1pm to 3pm in our Lagrange location 

The Reading Room is a relaxed, come-as-you-are book club for people who love stories and good conversation. Your $10 monthly membership includes access to all Reading Room meetings, a drink at each gathering, and 10% off the selected book.

There’s no pressure to finish the book. Read all of it, part of it, or just come for the discussion. This is a welcoming space for readers who want connection, conversation, and a reason to slow down.

Books are selected in advance and available for perchance in-store. Come for the book. Stay for the conversation.

The Draft Room Writers Group and Critique Meeting- March 15th, 4PM in Shepherdsville location

Our next session of The Draft Room is coming up! The Draft Room is a writer's group that combines accountability, encouragement, craft discussion, and optional critique.

If you’re working on writing anything at all, The Draft Room is a supportive group where writers help each other keep going. Wed love to see you there!

PenCrafters Mentorship Program Session 1 Zoom Meeting- March 16th, 7:00PM

PenCrafters is designed for writers who want more than encouragement. It’s for writers who want access.

This mentorship connects you with seven experienced mentors, each offering a distinct perspective and specialty within the writing and publishing world. That range means you are not receiving a single opinion or being guided down one narrow path. Instead, you gain insight across the entire journey of becoming a working author.

PenCrafters meets Monday evenings at 7:00 PM via Zoom for a seven-week session. Each week features a one-hour presentation led by a different mentor, providing direct access to industry professionals. All sessions are recorded and available for later viewing. Zoom link will be provided closer to the event.

Our mentors include authors, publishers, editors, publicists, and writing conference owners, offering guidance that spans craft, publishing strategy, visibility, and long-term career sustainability. Participants will also retain access to the mentors beyond the program, extending the value well past the final session.

If you’re ready to stop second-guessing, learn from professionals across every stage of the writing and publishing process, and move your work forward with purpose, PenCrafters is for you.

Meet Stephen Zimmer at our Shepherdsville location during an Ink Happens Signing Event - March 21st, from noon until 4 PM. He will be introducing his newest two novels.

Stephen Zimmer is an award-winning author, editor, podcaster, and publisher based out of Lexington, Kentucky.  A writer in several genres of speculative fiction, Stephen currently has 33 books in print.  The editor-in-chief of Seventh Star Press, a small press with multiple imprints, Stephen founded and co-directs The Imaginarium Convention, a 12th year annual convention held in Louisville, Kentucky for writers and storytellers of all genres.

Stephen is also the co-host of the weekly Star Chamber Show live podcast, hosted on PodBean.

He is an active member of the Bluegrass Writers Coalition, the Kentucky State Poetry Society, and the Chicago Writers Association!

The Tea House in our LaGrange Location is open Wednesday through Saturday from 11 AM - 4 PM.

These hours are different from our bookstore hours.  

Stop in and visit.  

LaGrange hours:

• Sunday: 12-4

• Monday-Tuesday: Closed

• Wednesday-Thursday: 10-5

• Friday-Saturday: 10-5

Shepherdsville hours:

• Sunday: 12-3

• Monday-Tuesday: Closed

• Wednesday-Thursday: 11-4

• Friday-Saturday: 11-5