Local Children’s Fantasy Author Gabriel Milano To Host Book Signing Events Across Connecticut

Local fantasy author, educator, and professional storyteller Gabriel Milano has announced a series of upcoming book signing events across Connecticut to celebrate his children's fantasy series, Aria’s Adventures. Known for weaving rich, wholesome narratives that blend adventure with deep symbolic themes of empathy and emotional growth, Milano invites families, young readers, and fantasy enthusiasts to join him for a book signing or book reading event.

The Aria’s Adventures series—beginning with Book 1, Gaining a Guardian—follows Aria, a compassionate young girl with unique abilities, as she ventures through an enchanting forest to find her first animal companion. Crafted specifically for children ages 8 to 10, the books have resonated deeply with both parents and educators for their focus on facing fears, understanding others, and building meaningful friendships.

"Storytelling is a powerful tool for building empathy and critical thinking in young minds," says Milano. "I wanted to create an immersive, thoughtful fantasy world that parents and children can enjoy together—one that leaves them inspired to look at their own world with a bit more wonder and compassion."

Attendees at the upcoming events will have the opportunity to meet the author, hear behind-the-scenes stories about the magical world of Yophea, ask the author about his book series, and purchase personalized, signed copies of the books.

Upcoming Event Schedule:

• Book Signing & Book Reading (MILFORD, CT): Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM at Walnut Beach Coffee House (59 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT 06460). Eventbright (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-signing-book-reading-tickets-1992835303037)
• Barnes & Noble Book Signing (MERIDEN, CT): Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM at Barnes & Noble (533 S Broad St, Meriden, CT 06450). Eventbright (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-signing-barnes-noble-meridan-tickets-1992946597923)
• Barnes & Noble Book Signing (CHESHIRE, CT): Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM at Barnes & Noble (1991 Highland Ave, Cheshire, CT 06410). Eventbright (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-signing-barnes-noble-cheshire-tickets-1992946820589)
• Barnes & Noble Book Signing (CANTON, CT): Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM at Barnes & Noble (The Shops at Farmington Valley, 110 Albany Turnpike #705, Canton, CT 06019). Eventbright (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-signing-barnes-noble-canton-tickets-1992947871733)