News and Events — Laura Parnum

What’s Happening:

News:

The Haunting of Bellington Cottage has been chosen as a Junior Library Guild gold standard selection. This curated list helps librarians all across the country choose high-quality books for their children’s book collections.
The Russian translation of The Haunting of Bellington Cottage releases in April 2026.
The paperback release of Peril at Price Manor hits the US September 15, 2026. The UK edition will release November 5, 2026.

Upcoming Appearances:.

9/24/26

5:00pm

Spooky Story Lab for tweens and teens at Midsummer Books, Philadelphia, PA

Why do we like scary stories? And how can writing about fear make us feel braver?

In this interactive writing workshop for ages 9–14, local horror writers Laura Parnum and Nicole M. Wolverton will talk about how stories help us explore fear and courage. Participants will take part in one or two creative writing exercises inspired by creepy dolls and other mysterious objects. Attendees are encouraged to bring a small object from home that feels strange, mysterious, or a little spooky, and we’ll build original stories around those objects.

This workshop focuses on turning fears into powerful stories. Perfect for young writers, readers, and anyone with a big imagination.

9/26/26

11:00am-4:00pm

The Vampire’s Library - Horror Book Fair, Doylestown, PA

Join us at VAMPA, the vampire and paranormal museum, for a horror book fair with author signings and live readings. Located at 3686 US-202, Doylestown, PA 18902. https://www.vampamuseum.com/gatherings.

10/3/26

10:00am-4:00pm

Collingswood Book Festival, Collingswood, NJ

I’ll be signing books once again at the Eastern PA SCBWI booth!

10/4/26-10/7/26

Pennsylvania Library Association’s Annual Conference, Harrisburg, PA

PALA is holding their annual conference in Harrisburg. I’ll be on a panel with authors Nicole Wolverton and Diana Rodriguez Wallach on Tuesday, 10/6. More information to come.