Upcoming Speaking and Events

I speak at bookstores, libraries, universities, and community spaces on writing, publishing, and the lived experience of a creative life. These appearances range from signings to conversations and classes.

Plymouth Public Library - The Next Right Step: Clarity for Writers
May
5

Plymouth Public Library - The Next Right Step: Clarity for Writers

Join bestselling author Kendra Vaughan at the Plymouth Public Library for The Next Right Step: Clarity for Writers—a supportive workshop for writers who feel stuck or unsure how to move forward. The session focuses on assessing where you are, identifying realistic next steps, and making decisions with confidence—without critique or pressure.

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MFA Wireside Chat and Q&A, SNHU
Jan
12

MFA Wireside Chat and Q&A, SNHU

Bestselling author Kendra Vaughan joined Paul Witcover, Dean of the MFA in Creative Writing program at Southern New Hampshire University, for a MFA Wireside Chat and Q&A exploring the publishing journey and success of her debut novel, The Plymbury Witch.

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Fall Authors Fair - Plymouth
Oct
18

Fall Authors Fair - Plymouth

Saturday’s Local Author Fair at the Plymouth Public Library was awesome, even though our time competed with the No Kings protest. I'm so grateful for those who stopped by and brought the magic of The Plymbury Witch into their hearts.

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Norwell Library Book Crawl
Oct
7

Norwell Library Book Crawl

Kendra sends her heartfelt thanks to Zoe Rath and everyone who attended the Annual Booktober Library Crawl at the Norwell Public Library. The evening was filled with wonderful conversation, great questions, and a touch of magic—plus some truly delicious cookies! Click into this event to view the talk.

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Barnes & Noble East Walpole MA
Sep
28

Barnes & Noble East Walpole MA

It was such a joy meeting so many of you at the Barnes & Noble in Walpole, signing your books, and sharing the magic of The Plymbury Witch. Thank you, Walpole, for a magical day of connection and community!

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Barnes & Noble Higham MA
Aug
23

Barnes & Noble Higham MA

I was honored to join a wonderful group of local authors at Barnes & Noble in Hingham, MA. It was an inspiring day filled with connection, creativity, and community—thank you to everyone who stopped by!

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Barnes & Noble Hingham MA
Jun
28

Barnes & Noble Hingham MA

I was honored to join a wonderful group of local authors at Barnes & Noble in Hingham, MA. It was an inspiring day filled with connection, creativity, and community—thank you to everyone who stopped by!

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Titcomb’s Bookshop
Jun
26

Titcomb’s Bookshop

This cozy Cape Cod bookshop was the perfect setting to celebrate The Plymbury Witch with readers, friends, and fellow magic-lovers. I met so many wonderful people, signed books, and soaked in all the love!

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Duxbury Senior Center
May
8

Duxbury Senior Center

I had the absolute joy of visiting the Duxbury Senior Center to speak about The Plymbury Witch. The room was transformed with charming witchy touches—including a sign on the podium that read “The Witch Is In.” Guests sipped tea, nibbled cookies, and asked thoughtful questions as we explored the magic, mystery, and meaning woven into the story.

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Barnes & Noble Smithfield, RI
May
3

Barnes & Noble Smithfield, RI

What an incredible event! We sold out of books—but readers kept coming in, even as we were packing up. Some were lucky enough to scoop up a couple of the last store copies and have me sign them! Meeting so many magical readers and signing your books was such a joy.

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Barnes & Noble Dedham, MA
Apr
26

Barnes & Noble Dedham, MA

We nearly sold out at Barnes & Noble in Dedham, MA—only one lonely book remained! It was such a wonderful day meeting readers, sharing stories, and signing copies. The event went so well that they invited me back for another signing in July! (Date to be announced soon.)

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Writers Open Mic Night
Apr
3

Writers Open Mic Night

I had a magical evening reading at the Duxbury Writers Society Open Mic Night at the Duxbury Free Library. I loved listening to this incredibly talented community's heartfelt poems and short pieces. Reading a little piece of The Plymbury Witch was an honor among such inspiring voices.

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Books at Titcomb’s Bookshop
Mar
16

Books at Titcomb’s Bookshop

Signed copies of The Plymbury Witch are now available at Titcomb’s Bookshop in East Sandwich, MA! I loved visiting their magical rock garden and look forward to returning for a book signing this June.

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The Village - Duxbury
Feb
13

The Village - Duxbury

I had a magical time visiting The Village at Duxbury, the town that inspired The Plymbury Witch. I loved sharing my story with such a thoughtful group—even if my photographer got too caught up chatting to take more than one photo! Some moments are just meant to be lived.

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