Athina Books will celebrate the vibrant literary community of the MetroWest area with The Muses Among Us: A Celebration of Local Authors, a weekend-long event taking place Saturday, September 26, and Sunday, September 27, at Athina Books in Sudbury.
The event will bring together local authors and readers for a weekend of books, conversation, and community. Participating authors include Michael Daigle, Kate Blair, Leta Serafim, Inbal Alon, John Mulhern, and Tilia Klebenov Jacobs.
Throughout the weekend, authors will be on hand to sell and sign their books, giving readers a chance to meet the people behind the stories, learn more about their work, and discover books by local authors.
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The weekend will also feature a panel discussion on Sunday, September 27 at 11:00 a.m., before the bookstore opens. Moderated by Athina Books owner Katina Fontes, the panel will bring together up to three local authors for a conversation about the writing process and the challenges of publishing. The discussion will give aspiring and established writers a chance to hear about the realities of taking a book from idea to publication.
The name The Muses Among Us pays homage to the Muses of Greek mythology, the goddesses associated with the arts and creative inspiration. The event celebrates the idea that inspiration can be found right here in our own community.
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“I wanted to create an opportunity for local authors to connect with readers and with one another,” said Katina Fontes, owner of Athina Books. “As a new bookstore owner, I’ve been fortunate to meet so many wonderful writers who have stopped by the store. This weekend is a chance to bring some of those voices together and celebrate the literary talent in our community.”
The Muses Among Us will take place during Athina Books’ regular business hours on Saturday, September 26, and from noon to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 27. The Sunday author panel begins at 11:00 a.m.
For more information about the event or participating authors, contact Athina Books at info@athinabooks.com.
About Athina Books
Athina Books is a used and antiquarian bookstore in Sudbury, Massachusetts, offering a diverse collection of books for readers, collectors, and lifelong learners. Formerly Bearly Read Books, the store opened as Athina Books in October 2025. With a mission centered on sustainability, accessibility, and lifelong learning, Athina Books fosters community through books, conversation, and a shared love of reading.
Athina Books
320 Boston Post Road
Sudbury, Massachusetts
info@athinabooks.com
