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Upcoming Events

  • Tales of the Sea: Behind the Scenes
    Tales of the Sea: Behind the Scenes
    Tue, Dec 02
    Sturgis Library
    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.
  • State Street Holiday Faire
    State Street Holiday Faire
    Sat, Dec 06
    Bristol Maritime Center
    Discover the perfect gift for the sailors and history lovers in your life: Cynthia Elder's historical fiction series, "Tales of the Sea." Cynthia will be on hand to personalize your books. Free wrapping & card!
  • Tales of the Sea: The Age of Sail
    Tales of the Sea: The Age of Sail
    Tue, Dec 09
    Portsmouth Free Public Library
    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.
  • Tales of the Sea: Behind the Scenes
    Tales of the Sea: Behind the Scenes
    Thu, Jan 22
    National Society of Colonial Dames
    National Society of Colonial Dames Zoom Presentation (members only) 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.
  • Tales of the Sea: The Age of Sail
    Tales of the Sea: The Age of Sail
    Thu, Feb 12
    Hyannis Yacht Club
    Hyannis 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.
  • Tales of the Sea: The Age of Sail
    Tales of the Sea: The Age of Sail
    Thu, Jun 18
    Herreshoff Marine Museum
    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. Reception: 6 pm. Presentation: 7 pm. Book sales & conversation: 8-9 pm
  • Spoken Word Series: Tales of the Sea
    Spoken Word Series: Tales of the Sea
    Summer 2026
    Cuttyhunk Historical Society
    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.
  • Tales of the Sea: The Age of Sail
    Tales of the Sea: The Age of Sail
    Spring 2026
    Island Free Library
    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.

For information on hosting a public or private book event, including book club gatherings, please email cynthia@cynthiaelder.com

Notable
Past Events

  • Featured Author, 2025 Newport International Boat Show

  • "History on Tap" Speaker, Cape Cod Maritime Museum

  • "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

  • Presentations at libraries, book clubs, yacht clubs and historical organizations across New England

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