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Cynthia Elder
Upcoming Events
Wed, Jan 28Providence Public LibraryCynthia Elder will discuss her historical novel, "Tales of the Sea," inspired by original letters, ship's logs and journals from a seafaring family from Cape Cod in the 1800s.
Mon, Feb 09Barrington Public LibraryJoin novelist Cynthia Elder for an interactive workshop on working with family history records. Bring examples of your own historical documents if you have them. Participants will learn methods of organization, research and archival preservation.- Tue, Feb 10Brownell Library, Little ComptonCynthia Elder will discuss her historical fiction series, "Tales of the Sea," inspired by original letters, ship's logs and journals from a seafaring family from Cape Cod in the 1800s.
Thu, Feb 12Hyannis Yacht ClubHyannis Yacht Club Members Only Luncheon Cynthia Elder will discuss her historical fiction series, "Tales of the Sea," inspired by original letters, ship's logs and journals from a seafaring family from Cape Cod in the 1800s.- Tue, Feb 24Rogers Free LibraryCynthia Elder joins a panel of artists to discuss the classic novel by Virginia Woolf, "Mrs. Dalloway" at the Bristol Bookfest at the Rogers Free Library.
Sat, Apr 25Smith's Castle, North KingstownCynthia Elder joins History Professor Charlotte Carrington-Farmer and student researcher Rachel Cabral from Roger Williams University for a presentation on the newly discovered narrative of Thomas White, who escaped from a life of slavery and found freedom on the seas as a ship's cook.- Thu, Jun 18Herreshoff Marine MuseumCynthia Elder will discuss her historical fiction series, "Tales of the Sea," inspired by original letters, ship's logs and journals from a seafaring family from Cape Cod in the 1800s. Reception: 6 pm. Presentation: 7 pm. Book sales & conversation: 8-9 pm
- Thu, Jul 30Cuttyhunk Historical SocietyCynthia Elder will discuss her historical fiction series, "Tales of the Sea," inspired by original letters, ship's logs and journals from a seafaring family from Cape Cod in the 1800s.
Spring 2026Island Free LibraryCynthia Elder will discuss her historical fiction series, "Tales of the Sea," inspired by original letters, ship's logs and journals from a seafaring family from Cape Cod in the 1800s.
For information on hosting a public or private book event, including book club gatherings, please email cynthia@cynthiaelder.com.
Notable
Past Events
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Featured Author, 2025 Newport International Boat Show
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"History on Tap" Speaker, Cape Cod Maritime Museum
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"Discovering Thomas White: One Man's Flight from Slavery to Freedom on the Sea" Sponsored by the Bristol Historical & Preservation Society and The Rogers Free Library
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Presentations at libraries, book clubs, yacht clubs and historical organizations across New England
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