Welcome to Hasty Book List—your cozy corner of the internet for all things bookish. Here, I share the stories I’m reading, the ones I can’t stop thinking about, and a few literary surprises along the way. I’m so glad you’re here.
Step into the sun-drenched glamour of 1956 Balboa Island with bestselling author Nicola Harrison as she joins us for a tennis-tinged, seaside escape at the Chicago Literary Salon.
Join the Chicago Literary Salon on June 3 at Nic + Juniors for an intimate evening with Natalie Lemle, in conversation with Sheila Schuenemann of Booked & Busy Reader, celebrating Artifacts—a gripping debut exploring museums, looted antiquities, and the art market. Includes a signed book, handpainted bookmark, cocktail, and author discussion. Limited seating available.
A recap of the Chicago Literary Salon pop-up with Piera Gelardi at Wicker Park Inn, featuring an intimate, informal conversation inspired by The Playful Way. Guests shared personal stories about play, creativity, motherhood, grief, and resilience, highlighting how playfulness can transform everyday life and deepen connection.
Step into the shadowy tearooms and glittering salons of 1920s Paris with internationally bestselling author Olesya Salnikova Gilmore, as she joins us for an enchanting evening of historical intrigue and literary magic at the Chicago Literary Salon.
Join us for a special edition of the Chicago Literary Salon, Fashioning History—an intimate evening of conversation at the intersection of literature, fashion, and women’s lives—hosted inside the Chicago showroom of M.M.LaFleur.
Step inside the icy halls of elite figure skating with internationally bestselling author Wendy Walker, as she joins us for an electrifying evening of suspense, ambition, and unflinching truth at the Chicago Literary Salon—in conversation with acclaimed thriller author Layne Fargo.
Step into the haunting canals of Venice Beach with internationally bestselling author Amy Meyerson, as she joins us for an intimate evening of suspense, storytelling, and connection at the Chicago Literary Salon.
Step into the adrenaline-fueled world of Michelin stars, opening nights, and the unrelenting pursuit of hospitality with award-winning restaurateur and author Kevin Boehm, as he joins us for the second chapter of the Chicago Literary Salon to discuss his unforgettable memoir, The Bottomless Cup.
Step into the dazzling chaos of early 2000s celebrity culture with debut author Margaux Eliot, as she joins us for an intimate literary salon at Nic + Juniors to discuss her buzzworthy novel, Honeymoon Stage.
Therese Anne Fowler, author of IT ALL COMES DOWN TO THIS, makes a virtual appearance in conjunction with Anderson’s bookshop to discuss her new book with Ashley Hasty of hastybooklist.com.
Emily Giffin, author of MEANT TO BE, makes an in-person appearance in conjunction with Anderson’s bookshop to discuss her new book with Ashley Hasty of hastybooklist.com.
Nicola Harrison, author of THE SHOW GIRL, makes a virtual appearance in conjunction with the St. Louis County Library to discuss her new book with me.
Karin Tanabe, author of A WOMAN OF INTELLIGENCE, makes a virtual appearance in conjunction with the St. Louis County Library to discuss her new book with me.
Stephanie Dray, author of The Women of Chateau Lafayette, makes a virtual appearance in conjunction with the St. Louis County Library to discuss her new book with me!
Martha Hall Kelly, author of Sunflower Sisters, makes a virtual appearance in conjunction with the St. Louis County Library to discuss her new book with me!
Rebecca Serle, author of The Dinner List, makes a special appearance at the Highland Park Public Library to discuss her new book with me!
Join us for September’s Virtual Book Club discussing The Chelsea Girls by Fiona Davis! As always, you are welcome to join even if you haven't finished (or started!) the book. Pour yourself a glass of wine and login to a friendly, casual discussion centered around books and reading.
Join me for my next book sale at The Bridge Coffee House in St. Charles, MO on September 21 from 8am - 12pm. I have both new and used books priced at $5 or less. While supplies last, customers will receive a free "blind date with a book" with any purchase.
Join me for my next book sale at The Bridge Coffee House in St. Charles, MO on August 31 from 8am - 12pm. I have both new and used books priced at $5 or less. While supplies last, customers will receive a free "blind date with a book" with any purchase.
Join us for August’s Virtual Book Club discussing The Last Collection by Jeanne Mackin! As always, you are welcome to join even if you haven't finished (or started!) the book. Pour yourself a glass of wine and login to a friendly, casual discussion centered around books and reading.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Seating is limited; early arrival is highly recommended. Books for signing will be available for purchase at the events. For more information, please call 314-994-3300.
Download your free passes to attend the advance screening at the AMC Esquire on Wednesday, August 7th, 7pm at the following link: http://www.gofobo.com/HastyBookList (Seating at the screening is on a first-come, first-served basis. While supplies last. Screening is overbooked to ensure capacity.) The film will open nationwide on Friday, August 9th.
Join us for July’s Virtual Book Club discussing The Beautiful Strangers by Camille di Maio! As always, you are welcome to join even if you haven't finished (or started!) the book. Pour yourself a glass of wine and login to a friendly, casual discussion centered around books and reading.
Join me for my next book sale at The Bridge Coffee House in St. Charles, MO on July 20 from 8am - 12pm. I have both new and used books priced at $5 or less. While supplies last, customers will receive a free "blind date with a book" with any purchase.
Join me for my next book sale at The Bridge Coffee House in St. Charles, MO on June 29 from 8am - 12pm. I have both new and used books priced at $5 or less. While supplies last, customers will receive a free "blind date with a book" with any purchase.
Join us for June’s Virtual Book Club discussing Park Avenue Summer by Renee Rosen! As always, you are welcome to join even if you haven't finished (or started!) the book. Pour yourself a glass of wine and login to a friendly, casual discussion centered around books and reading.
Join me at the Spencer Road Branch Library in St. Peters, MO on Thursday May 30 at 7pm! I’ll be presenting the 10 books I’m most looking forward to reading this Summer…and what I recommend reading while you wait for those books to be published.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Seating is limited; early arrival is highly recommended. Books for signing will be available for purchase at the events. For more information, please call 314-994-3300.
Join us for May’s Virtual Book Club discussing The Editor by Steven Rowley! As always, you are welcome to join even if you haven't finished (or started!) the book. Pour yourself a glass of wine and login to a friendly, casual discussion centered around books and reading.
Join me for my next book sale at The Bridge Coffee House in St. Charles, MO on May 11 from 8am - 12pm. I have both new and used books priced at $5 or less. While supplies last, customers will receive a free "blind date with a book" with any purchase.
Join Ashley Hasty from Hasty Book List as she discusses the best books that celebrate the joys, trials, and humor of motherhood. Click here to reserve your spot.
Join us for April’s Virtual Book Club discussing Learning to See by Elise Hooper! As always, you are welcome to join even if you haven't finished (or started!) the book. Pour yourself a glass of wine and login to a friendly, casual discussion centered around books and reading.
