Upcoming Events


Join Eva Gerber for book readings, signings, and discussions of Watermelon Winter.

Book Launch Tour 2025-2026
Planning is underway for the Watermelon Winter book launch tour. Check back regularly for updates as new events are added.

Upcoming Events

OCT 31 2025

Book Launch & Signing

Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Location: River Valley Bookstore, 123 Main St, Millfield, OH

Join us for the official launch of Watermelon Winter. Eva Gerber will read excerpts from the novel, share stories about her inspiration, and sign copies. Light refreshments will be served. Free admission.

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NOV 12 2025

Author Talk & Signing

Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Location: Columbus Public Library, 96 S. Grant Ave, Columbus, OH

Eva Gerber discusses Appalachian historical fiction and the real-life inspirations behind Watermelon Winter. Q&A and book signing to follow. Books will be available for purchase.

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NOV 18 2025

Bookstore Reading & Discussion

Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Location: Appalachian Bookshop, 45 Court St, Athens, OH

Eva Gerber reads from Watermelon Winter and discusses the historical context of the novel. Special focus on Depression-era Appalachia and family storytelling traditions. Book signing to follow.

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DEC 5 2025

Virtual Book Club Discussion

Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST

Location: Online (Zoom)

Join Eva Gerber for a special virtual book club discussion of Watermelon Winter. Open to readers everywhere. Registration required to receive Zoom link.

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Book Club Resources

Leading a book club discussion of Watermelon Winter? Download our free book club kit with discussion questions, historical context, and more.

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