Celebrate Books-A-Million’s 2026 Book of the Year with Ariel Lawhon!
Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 7 p.m.
Join Books-A-Million for an unforgettable evening with New York Times bestselling author Ariel Lawhon as we celebrate The Pirate Queen, proudly named Books-A-Million’s 2026 Book of the Year!
Ariel will take the stage for a moderated conversation exploring The Pirate Queen, the fascinating history behind the novel, her writing process, and the inspiration behind bringing this remarkable story to life. The conversation will be followed by an audience Q&A, giving readers the opportunity to hear even more directly from Ariel.
And the evening doesn’t end there! Following the conversation, guests will have the opportunity to meet Ariel during a book signing and photo line.
YOUR TICKET INCLUDES
-Reserved seating for the moderated conversation and audience Q&A
-A signed copy of The Pirate Queen
-An exclusive The Pirate Queen art card available only at Books-A-Million events
-Access to the book signing and photo line with Ariel
VIP EXPERIENCE — LIMITED TO 50 GUESTS
Want to make the evening even more special? The first 50 guests to purchase tickets will have the opportunity to select a limited VIP ticket, which includes everything above, plus:
-Front-row reserved seating for the conversation and Q&A
-A special pre-show meet & greet with Ariel
With only 50 VIP tickets available, guests interested in the VIP experience are encouraged to secure theirs early.
We can’t wait to bring readers together for a truly special evening celebrating Ariel Lawhon, The Pirate Queen, and a book we’re incredibly proud to call Books-A-Million’s 2026 Book of the Year!
Ariel will take the stage for a moderated conversation exploring The Pirate Queen, the fascinating history behind the novel, her writing process, and the inspiration behind bringing this remarkable story to life. The conversation will be followed by an audience Q&A, giving readers the opportunity to hear even more directly from Ariel.
-Reserved seating for the moderated conversation and audience Q&A
-A signed copy of The Pirate Queen
-An exclusive The Pirate Queen art card available only at Books-A-Million events
-Access to the book signing and photo line with Ariel
Want to make the evening even more special? The first 50 guests to purchase tickets will have the opportunity to select a limited VIP ticket, which includes everything above, plus:
-Front-row reserved seating for the conversation and Q&A
-A special pre-show meet & greet with Ariel
Description
Celebrate Books-A-Million’s 2026 Book of the Year with Ariel Lawhon!
Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 7 p.m.
Join Books-A-Million for an unforgettable evening with New York Times bestselling author Ariel Lawhon as we celebrate The Pirate Queen, proudly named Books-A-Million’s 2026 Book of the Year!Ariel will take the stage for a moderated conversation exploring The Pirate Queen, the fascinating history behind the novel, her writing process, and the inspiration behind bringing this remarkable story to life. The conversation will be followed by an audience Q&A, giving readers the opportunity to hear even more directly from Ariel.
And the evening doesn’t end there! Following the conversation, guests will have the opportunity to meet Ariel during a book signing and photo line.
YOUR TICKET INCLUDES-Reserved seating for the moderated conversation and audience Q&A-A signed copy of The Pirate Queen-An exclusive The Pirate Queen art card available only at Books-A-Million events-Access to the book signing and photo line with Ariel
VIP EXPERIENCE — LIMITED TO 50 GUESTSWant to make the evening even more special? The first 50 guests to purchase tickets will have the opportunity to select a limited VIP ticket, which includes everything above, plus:-Front-row reserved seating for the conversation and Q&A-A special pre-show meet & greet with Ariel
With only 50 VIP tickets available, guests interested in the VIP experience are encouraged to secure theirs early.
We can’t wait to bring readers together for a truly special evening celebrating Ariel Lawhon, The Pirate Queen, and a book we’re incredibly proud to call Books-A-Million’s 2026 Book of the Year!
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A Special Evening with Ariel Lawhon Celebrating ‘The Pirate Queen’
Celebrate Books-A-Million’s 2026 Book of the Year with Ariel Lawhon!
Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 7 p.m.
Join Books-A-Million for an unforgettable evening with New York Times bestselling author Ariel Lawhon as we celebrate The Pirate Queen, proudly named Books-A-Million’s 2026 Book of the Year!Ariel will take the stage for a moderated conversation exploring The Pirate Queen, the fascinating history behind the novel, her writing process, and the inspiration behind bringing this remarkable story to life. The conversation will be followed by an audience Q&A, giving readers the opportunity to hear even more directly from Ariel.
And the evening doesn’t end there! Following the conversation, guests will have the opportunity to meet Ariel during a book signing and photo line.
YOUR TICKET INCLUDES-Reserved seating for the moderated conversation and audience Q&A-A signed copy of The Pirate Queen-An exclusive The Pirate Queen art card available only at Books-A-Million events-Access to the book signing and photo line with Ariel
VIP EXPERIENCE — LIMITED TO 50 GUESTSWant to make the evening even more special? The first 50 guests to purchase tickets will have the opportunity to select a limited VIP ticket, which includes everything above, plus:-Front-row reserved seating for the conversation and Q&A-A special pre-show meet & greet with Ariel
With only 50 VIP tickets available, guests interested in the VIP experience are encouraged to secure theirs early.
We can’t wait to bring readers together for a truly special evening celebrating Ariel Lawhon, The Pirate Queen, and a book we’re incredibly proud to call Books-A-Million’s 2026 Book of the Year!
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Birmingham , AL 35203
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Lyric Fine Arts Theatre
Description
Celebrate Books-A-Million’s 2026 Book of the Year with Ariel Lawhon!
Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 7 p.m.
Join Books-A-Million for an unforgettable evening with New York Times bestselling author Ariel Lawhon as we celebrate The Pirate Queen, proudly named Books-A-Million’s 2026 Book of the Year!Ariel will take the stage for a moderated conversation exploring The Pirate Queen, the fascinating history behind the novel, her writing process, and the inspiration behind bringing this remarkable story to life. The conversation will be followed by an audience Q&A, giving readers the opportunity to hear even more directly from Ariel.
And the evening doesn’t end there! Following the conversation, guests will have the opportunity to meet Ariel during a book signing and photo line.
YOUR TICKET INCLUDES-Reserved seating for the moderated conversation and audience Q&A-A signed copy of The Pirate Queen-An exclusive The Pirate Queen art card available only at Books-A-Million events-Access to the book signing and photo line with Ariel
VIP EXPERIENCE — LIMITED TO 50 GUESTSWant to make the evening even more special? The first 50 guests to purchase tickets will have the opportunity to select a limited VIP ticket, which includes everything above, plus:-Front-row reserved seating for the conversation and Q&A-A special pre-show meet & greet with Ariel
With only 50 VIP tickets available, guests interested in the VIP experience are encouraged to secure theirs early.
We can’t wait to bring readers together for a truly special evening celebrating Ariel Lawhon, The Pirate Queen, and a book we’re incredibly proud to call Books-A-Million’s 2026 Book of the Year!