About this Event
Behind every book is a story. Behind every story is an author.
Coffee with the Characters LIVE invites you to UNMASK THE AUTHOR—an interactive Author Engagement Month experience created for authors, aspiring authors, literary creatives and the professionals who support them.
This is not an event where you sit quietly all evening. Come prepared to meet people, participate, discover valuable literary resources and make genuine connections within the indie-book community.
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎭 UNMASK THE AUTHOR GAME
Use clues, genres and conversation prompts to identify the mystery author on your card. When you believe you have found the right person, ask the all-important question:
“May I unmask you?”
The goal is not simply to solve the mystery—it is to start a conversation and make a connection.
☕ AUTHOR CONNECTIONS
Meet published and aspiring authors, introduce yourself, discuss your work and connect with people who understand the creative journey.
💼 LITERARY SERVICE PROVIDER SPOTLIGHT
Hear directly from professionals and organizations that serve authors. Discover resources, services and opportunities that can support your work behind the book.
🎙️ FREE INTERVIEW GIVEAWAY
Stay until the end!
One registered author attending in person will win a FREE Coffee with the Characters LIVE interview experience.
The winner must be physically present when their name is drawn. The prize has no cash value and will be scheduled after the event based on Coffee with the Characters LIVE availability.
EVENT DETAILS
Friday, October 23, 2026
6:00–8:00 PM CT
The Book Readers Venue
802 First Street East, Suite 200
Humble, Texas 77338
IN-PERSON ADMISSION
• Tickets are $5 + Eventbrite Fees
• Only 25 in-person seats are available
• Admission is for guests ages 18 and older
• Masquerade-style masks are required
• Advance registration is strongly recommended
FREE LIVESTREAM
Unable to attend physically? The event will also be streamed LIVE for free.
Please note: The free-interview giveaway is reserved for eligible registered authors attending the event in person. Livestream viewers are not entered into the drawing.
COME MASKED. LEAVE CONNECTED.
Real people. Real conversations. Bigger stories.
Hosted by Zana
Presented by Coffee with the Characters LIVE
CoffeeWithTheCharactersLive.com
Agenda
🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Doors Open, Check-In and Mingling
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Unmask the Author Game
Info: 6:00–6:10 PM Welcome and Event Introduction
6:10–6:45 PM Unmask the Author Game
6:45–7:00 PM Connection Break and Open Networking
🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Literary Service Provider Spotlight
Info: 7:00–7:10 PM Service Provider Introduction
7:10–7:50 PM Literary Service Provider Spotlight
7:50–8:00 PM Free Interview Drawing and Closing
Event venue & nearby stays
The Book Readers Venue, 802 1st Street East, Humble, United States
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