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Get your tickets to see these great authors discuss their work before a live audience at Northwest Passages at the link in bio.

SEPT. 10: Peter Heller and 'The Dog Stars' at The Bing Crosby Theater.

SEPT. 23: Joe Rohde and 'Floating Mountains' at the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center.

OCT. 3: Rick Riordan and Annabelle Oh discuss 'Camp Half-Blood' at Ferris High School.

Spokane writers Jess Walter and Leyna Krow and upcoming Northwest Passages guest author Claudia Rowe named Washington State Book Award finalists

Spokane authors Jess Walter, Leyna Krow finalists for Washington State Book Awards Two Spokane authors have been named finalists for the 2026 Washington State Book Awards: Jess Walter and Leyna Krow.

Northwest Passages is The Spokesman-Review’s wildly popular book club and community forum, bringing readers together at live events throughout the year.

Here’s a preview of the growing fall lineup. More at spokesman.com/northwest-passages

Scenes from the London premiere of Ridley Scott's "The Dog Stars" adaptation of Peter Heller's bestselling novel.

Directed by Scott, the post-apocalyptic thriller features Jacob Elordi, Margaret Qualley and Josh Brolin and they all joined the red carpet celebration.

What’s next: Peter Heller comes to the Northwest Passages Book Club Sept. 10 to share the journey from page to big screen thriller.

Photos: Courtesy of Peter Heller

Here are 14 new books to spice up your fall.

Bonus: Scroll down for the Northwest Passages Book Club lineup too.

14 new books to spice up your fall Shannon St. Hilaire’s new book, “The Hanford Necklace,” takes us back to the World War II era, when 50,000 people moved to a Washington town that didn’t exist to build a weapon they couldn’t name.

What better day than Percy’s birthday to announce that Northwest Passages Book Club and Auntie’s Bookstore will host Rick Riordan and Annabelle Oh here in Spokane on Saturday, October 3! Tickets go on sale today at 9:00am PT!
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Return to Camp Half-Blood, from the world of Percy Jackson, with #1 New York Times bestselling author Rick Riordan and acclaimed author Annabelle Oh!

In this lively, fan-focused conversation, Rick and Annabelle will take readers behind the scenes of their newest adventure, discuss what it is like to create new stories within the beloved Percy Jackson universe, and introduce a new generation of demigod heroes.

Fans can look forward to a conversation filled with mythology, humor, storytelling secrets, and plenty of Camp Half-Blood spirit. Whether you have been reading Rick Riordan’s books for years or are just beginning your journey into the Riordanverse, this special event is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the characters, adventures, and stories that have inspired millions of readers.

Ticket Information:

Tickets are available at spokane7tickets.com, and each ticket includes admission to the event and one copy of THE WILD ZONE: CAMP HALF-BLOOD BOOK 1.

All books will be pre-signed by both Rick Riordan and Annabelle Oh.

Because one book is included with every ticket, families purchasing multiple tickets may receive additional copies. Guests who would like to donate an extra copy may place it in the designated donation box available at the event. Donated books will be shared with young readers in the local community.