Mary Kay Andrews. The author (a pen name for Atlanta writer Kathy Hogan Trocheck) speaks on "When My Ship Didn't Come In, I Swam Out and Dragged It Back." Her newest book is "Deep Dish," a romance set in the South. 2:30-4 p.m. Jan. 18. Free, but reservations required. Atlanta-Fulton County Library, Northeast-Spruill Oaks Branch, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek. 770-360-8820, www.afpls.org.
Jimmy Carter. Former President signs his new book, "We Can Have Peace in the Holy Land: A Plan That Will Work." Carter will sign up to five books per person, per trip through the line, but he will not be able to personalize books due to time constraints. Jan. 21. Visitors can begin lining up at 3 p.m. Signing at 5 p.m. Free. Jimmy Carter Library and Museum, 441 Freedom Parkway, Atlanta. 404-865-7100, www.jimmycarterlibrary.gov.
Mary Casanova. Author of books for young adults and children signs "Chrissa," part of the American Girl series. 7 p.m. Jan. 23. Borders Books & Music-Snellville, 1929 Scenic Highway. 770-982-0454, www.bordersstores.com.
Bob Zellner, Constance Curry. Authors will discuss their book, "The Wrong Side of Murder Creek: A White Southerner in the Freedom Movement." 6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. program. Jan. 22. $10. Margaret Mitchell House, 990 Peachtree St. N.E., Atlanta. 404-814-2063, www.gwtw.org.
David Fulmer. Discusses and signs "Lost River," his latest mystery featuring Creole detective Valentin St. Cyr. 7 p.m. Jan. 24. Eagle Eye Book Shop, 2076 N. Decatur Road, Decatur. 404-486-0307, www.eagleeyebooks.com.
Seymour Goodman. Georgia Tech professor of international affairs discusses a new book he edited and contributed to, "Information Security: Policy, Processes, and Practices." Noon Jan. 21. Barnes & Noble-Georgia Tech, 48 Fifth St., Atlanta. 404-894-3818, gatech.bkstore.com.
Carolyn Jessop. Author wrote a first-person account of life inside the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, one of the United States' largest practitioners of plural marriage. She will discuss and sign her book, "Escape." 7:15 p.m. Jan. 20. Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St. 404-370-3070, www.dekalblibrary.org/branches/deca.htm.
Sheryl Kayne. Adventurer, writer and educator discusses her book, "Immersion Travel USA: The Best and Most Meaningful Volunteering, Living, and Learning Excursions." 7 p.m. Jan. 23. A Cappella Books, 484-C Moreland Ave. N.E., Atlanta. 404-681-5128, www.acappellabooks.com.
Christine King Farris, Bernice A. King. Christine King Farris, only living sibling of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., and Bernice A. King, youngest child of the late civil rights leader, will sign "A Call to Conscience: The Landmark Speeches of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr." 3-5 p.m. Jan. 18. The King Center, 449 Auburn Ave. N.E., Atlanta. 404-526-8944, www.thekingcenter.com.
Nell Casey, Anne Landsman. Casey, author of "An Uncertain Inheritance: Writers on Caring for Family," and Landsman, author of "The Rowing Lesson," read from their works. A discussion about caregiving follows. 7 p.m. Jan. 22. Jimmy Carter Library and Museum, 441 Freedom Parkway, Atlanta. 404-865-7100, www.jimmycarterlibrary.gov.
Penelope Leach. British psychologist who has written on parenting issues from a child development perspective will discuss her new book, "Child Care Today: Getting It Right for Everyone." 7:15-8:15 p.m. Jan. 21. Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St. 404-370-3070, www.dekalblibrary.org/branches/deca.htm.
Cherryl Floyd-Miller. Author reads from and signs her collection of poetry, "Exquisite Heats." 2 p.m. Jan. 24. Wordsmiths Books, 545 N. McDonough St., Decatur. 404-378-7166, wordsmithsbooks.com.
Nami Mun. Author reads from and discusses her debut novel, "Miles From Nowhere." 7 p.m. Jan. 19. A Cappella Books, 484-C Moreland Ave. N.E., Atlanta. 404-681-5128, www.acappellabooks.com.
Joyce Hill. Author of "A Penny in My Pocket" reads from her book and leads fun activities. Book signing follows. Ages 8-12. Registration required. 2 p.m. Jan. 24; 10:30 a.m. Jan. 28. Free. Atlanta-Fulton County Library, Northeast-Spruill Oaks Branch, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek. 770-360-8820, www.afpls.org.
David and Nic Sheff. Father and son have each written memoirs about Nic Sheff's battle with his addiction to methamphetamine. They will discuss their books, "Beautiful Boy" by David and "Tweak" by Nic. 7 p.m. Jan. 22. Barnes & Noble-Buckhead, 2900 Peachtree Road N.E., Atlanta. 404-261-7747, www.barnesandnoble.com.
Jim Warren. Author discusses his book, "Cowlicked: Rants, Remembrances & Ruminations," a humorous and poignant collection of essays and commentary. 2 p.m. Jan. 18. Wordsmiths Books, 545 N. McDonough St., Decatur. 404-378-7166, wordsmithsbooks.com.
Nagueyalti Warren. Editor of the collection of poems "Temba Tupu! (Walking Naked): Africana Women's Poetic Self-Portrait," is joined by contributors Sharan Strange and Natasha Trethewey for this book reading. 7:30 p.m. Jan. 22. Charis Books & More, 1189 Euclid Ave., Atlanta. 404-524-0304, www.charisbooksandmore.com.
Bob Zellner. Author will discuss his book, "The Wrong Side of Murder Creek: A White Southerner in the Freedom Movement." 7-8:30 p.m. Jan. 21. Auburn Avenue Research Library, 101 Auburn Ave. N.E., Atlanta. 404-730-4001, www.afpls.org/aarl.
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