About this Event
Format:
- This event is free and open to the public.
- Location: The 2nd floor of BookPeople.
- Run time: 45-60 minute discussion, followed by a signing line.
Signing Guidelines:
- To get a book signed, a copy of the event book or an item of equal value must be purchased from BookPeople.
- The author will be personalizing copies of the book.
- For high volume events, post-talk signing lines can become very long. Signing line placement is determined on a first-come, first-served basis.
General Info:
- Seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis and is not guaranteed.
- If you have any accessibility concerns, please contact [email protected]
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- BookPeople reserves the right to cancel or postpone this event if necessary.
- There will not be a live stream or recording available.
- All event guidelines are subject to change.
About the book:
In More Than Just a Plant, author and creator Krystal Duran-the beloved voice behind the plantswithkrystal community of millions-shares her deeply personal story of finding peace, purpose, and growth through the act of caring for plants. With a relatable, down-to-earth approach, Krystal shows that houseplants are far more than trendy décor-they’re living companions that connect us to nature, bring daily calm, and offer a powerful path to self-care. Through stories, tips, and reflections, she helps you build plant routines that fit your life, embrace imperfection, and find meaning in every new leaf and fallen petal.
About the author:
Krystal Duran, better known as PlantswithKrystal, is a houseplant educator, content creator, and author whose mission is to help people discover that caring for plants can also be a way of caring for themselves. With a community of more than 4 million followers across social media, Krystal has inspired millions to build confidence with houseplants through approachable education, relatable storytelling, and a little humor. Her signature warmth and authenticity have helped countless people grow thriving indoor jungles while finding joy, confidence, and connection along the way.
Krystal is the author of More Than Just a Plant: How to Care for Your Plants as They Care for You, a guide that blends practical plant care with personal stories about resilience, healing, and the meaningful ways plants enrich our lives. Through her writing, workshops, and speaking engagements, she encourages people to see plants as more than décor. They can become companions that teach patience, celebrate growth, and remind us to care for ourselves.
About the moderator:
Dr. Pooja Lakshmin is the author of Real Self-Care, an NPR Best Book of 2023 and national best-seller. She is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in women’s mental health, a clinical assistant professor at George Washington University School of Medicine, and a contributor to The New York Times. She has spent thousands of hours taking care of patients struggling with burnout, despair, depression and anxiety in her clinical practice.
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BookPeople, 603 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, United States
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