Upcoming events
Watercolor Wednesday with Martha Douglas!
Come solo or plan a night out with your friends, and create a beautiful watercolor in the best local bookstore!
Join us at Prelude Bookstore in Dunwoody, GA for a guided painting event with local artist Martha Douglas. Each participant will receive a hand-drawn outline and all the painting materials needed to experiment and create a beautiful work of art to take home!
Fun for any level of artistic experience; No additional supplies are needed, but feel free to Bring Your Own Beverage :)
Get your ticket at Eventbrite!
Prelude Book Club
Join Abbi, the owner of Prelude, for a monthly discussion about a new-ish title, fiction or nonfiction. We’ll talk themes, structure, who we’d cast in a film version, how we felt about the ending- whatever comes to mind. The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online.
September pick is The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett.
*No need to pre-register; just pop in!
ACOTAR Re-read
Join the Prelude bookworm girlies as we reread the currently published ACOTAR books to prep for the October Book 6 Release!
There's a new ACOTAR book on the horizon, and we're re-reading the books to prep! Join the bookworms at Prelude Bookstore to revisit the adventures and romance of Feyre, Rhysand, Tamlin, Cassian, and the Courts. We'll tackle a title each month until ACOTAR 6 comes out in late October. Purchase a copy of the book in-store or online!
May 12: A Court of Thorn and Roses
June 9: A Court of Mist and Fury
July 14: A Court of Wings and Ruin
August 4: A Court of Frost and Starlight
September 8: A Court of Silver Flames
Register at Eventbrite. We’ve got two options: one for those who already own a book and need a reserved seat, and one for those who are purchasing the book for the first time through Prelude.
Author Signing with Kelly Nettles and John Gano
Join co-authors Kelly Nettles and John Gano to sign copies of their biography of John’s life, Beyond Control!
John Gano is an ordinary man fighting to rebuild his life after alcoholism and a devastating divorce, determined to stay sober and honest no matter the cost. Just when happiness seems within reach—with a loving wife, a gifted son, and the life he's always dreamed of—a horrific Easter Sunday accident shatters everything. Crushed by guilt, financial ruin, and unimaginable loss, John is stripped of his home, his family, and every certainty he once held.
Trying everything to put the pieces back together, John cannot overcome his situation. With nothing left to do, he surrenders so completely that he encounters a Divine presence, defying any explanation. What follows is a profound spiritual awakening filled with mystical experiences, extraordinary states of consciousness, and life-changing encounters. Beyond Control is a true story of tragedy, redemption, and transformation that challenges everything we think we know about suffering, grace, and what lies beyond the physical world.
Booktok Book Talk
Pop into Prelude for a chat about a new viral title making its rounds on the internet. Prelude regulars and book lovers Jenna Barber and Brittany Walker will lead us through a conversation about a buzzy title; the September pick is The Knave and The Moon by Rachel Gillig, which is out on 9/1. The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online.
Teen Book Club
Put down your school-required reading and pop into Prelude to talk about a Young Adult or General Fiction title picked out by our resident teen bookworms, Ceci and Melissa! They’ll guide teens through an easy discussion about a book hand-chosen for high schoolers, with a few snacks and drinks on-hand.
September 17: Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online! No need to register; just pop in to join!
Romance Book Club
Join us at Prelude Bookstore to get the warm and fuzzies about romance, love, and maybe a little spice! We’ll giggle our way through a discussion of a recent contemporary romance; September’s pick is Let’s Kiss and Tell by Joss Richard.
The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online.
*No need to register; pop in to discuss!
middle grade book club
Introduce your mini bookworm to the joys of book club at Prelude! Owner and kids’ book admirer, Abbi, will guide participants through a great juvenile novel, talk about the plot and characters, and maybe even get into details about themes. It’s a loose discussion, and one never has to finish a book in order to join, but there will be spoilers!
September’s pick is Opal Watson, Private Eye by Brittany J. Thurman. The book, purchased online or in the store, is your ticket! No registration needed.
Queer Fiction Book Club
Join Prelude bookseller Ronni to chat about a novel featuring LGBTQIA+ characters. Come ready to discuss themes, style, favorite lines- all the good stuff! The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online.
In September, we’ll read The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune.
* No need to pre-register; pop in to join the discussion!
romance book club movie night
Join the Prelude romance crew for a cozy night in! Get a ticket through Eventbrite for a STEM romance night to honor one of our favorite contemporary romance authors, Ali Hazelwood. We’ll have a big screen, popcorn, and sodas; bring your favorite movie candy to complete the experience. See you there!
Horror/Thriller Book Club
For our readers who like to sleep with the lights on, join Prelude’s bookseller Ellie for a chat about an unsettling read when the sun goes down! She’ll guide you through a discussion about one of her favorite spooky reads.
September 26: The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson
The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online. No need to pre-register; pop in to join the discussion.
Teen Book Club
Put down your school-required reading and pop into Prelude to talk about a Young Adult or General Fiction title picked out by our resident teen bookworms, Ceci and Melissa! They’ll guide teens through an easy discussion about a book hand-chosen for high schoolers, with a few snacks and drinks on-hand.
October 15: Trust Fall by Lynn Painter
The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online! No need to register; just pop in to join!
middle grade book club
Introduce your mini bookworm to the joys of book club at Prelude! Owner and kids’ book admirer, Abbi, will guide participants through a great juvenile novel, talk about the plot and characters, and maybe even get into details about themes. It’s a loose discussion, and one never has to finish a book in order to join, but there will be spoilers!
October’s pick is Dogtown by Katherine Applegate and Gennifer Choldenko. The book, purchased online or in the store, is your ticket! No registration needed.
Horror/Thriller Book Club
For our readers who like to sleep with the lights on, join Prelude’s bookseller Ellie for a chat about an unsettling read when the sun goes down! She’ll guide you through a discussion about one of her favorite spooky reads.
October 24: Clown in a Cornfield by Adam Cesare
The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online. No need to pre-register; pop in to join the discussion.
middle grade book club
Introduce your mini bookworm to the joys of book club at Prelude! Owner and kids’ book admirer, Abbi, will guide participants through a great juvenile novel, talk about the plot and characters, and maybe even get into details about themes. It’s a loose discussion, and one never has to finish a book in order to join, but there will be spoilers!
November’s pick is The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street by Karina Yan Glaser. The book, purchased online or in the store, is your ticket! No registration needed.
Teen Book Club
Put down your school-required reading and pop into Prelude to talk about a Young Adult or General Fiction title picked out by our resident teen bookworms, Ceci and Melissa! They’ll guide teens through an easy discussion about a book hand-chosen for high schoolers, with a few snacks and drinks on-hand.
November 19: The Secret History by Donna Tartt
The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online! No need to register; just pop in to join!
Speed puzzling at Prelude
Compete against other teams to finish a 500-piece puzzle quickest for a prize and bragging rights!
Join us at Prelude Bookstore for a speed puzzling evening! Teams of 2 will compete to finish a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle quickest; first place gets a trophy! Each team gets to keep their puzzle.
Snacks and NA beverages will be available to participants; feel free to BYOB! We can't wait to cheer on our puzzlers!
Register at our Eventbrite page.
Queer Fiction Book Club
Join Prelude bookseller Ronni to chat about a novel featuring LGBTQIA+ characters. Come ready to discuss themes, style, favorite lines- all the good stuff! The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online.
In August, we’ll read Cactus Country by Zoe Bossiere.
* No need to pre-register; pop in to join the discussion!
Horror/Thriller Book Club
For our readers who like to sleep with the lights on, join Prelude’s bookseller Ellie for a chat about an unsettling read when the sun goes down! She’ll guide you through a discussion about one of her favorite spooky reads.
August 22: The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix
The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online. No need to pre-register; pop in to join the discussion.
Storytime with Miss Bonnie!
Join us for a special story time with local author Bonnie Busbin, author of the Do You See Me…? series! We are so excited to celebrate the release of her latest title, Do you See Me Around the World?, with a reading, some movement, and a little singing. A selection of her books will be available for purchase and signings after the event. Bring your mini bookworms for a fun morning out!
Romance Book Club
Join us at Prelude Bookstore to get the warm and fuzzies about romance, love, and maybe a little spice! We’ll giggle our way through a discussion of a recent contemporary romance; August’s pick is The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood.
The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online.
*No need to register; pop in to discuss!
Teen Book Club
Put down your school-required reading and pop into Prelude to talk about a Young Adult or General Fiction title picked out by our resident teen bookworms, Ceci and Melissa! They’ll guide teens through an easy discussion about a book hand-chosen for high schoolers, with a few snacks and drinks on-hand.
August 20: Heartless by Marissa Meyer
The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online! No need to register; just pop in to join!
Booktok Book Talk
Pop into Prelude for a chat about a new viral title making its rounds on the internet. Prelude regulars and book lovers Jenna Barber and Brittany Walker will lead us through a conversation about a buzzy title; the August pick is The Knight and The Moth by Rachel Gillig. Register on our Eventbrite page.
You can purchase your book in-store or online for a free seat. If you find the book elsewhere, please grab a $10 ticket to help us cover hosting costs. Thanks!
Quarterlife Career Crisis Author Talk
Join this community conversation to discover what hundreds of Gen Z voices revealed about career uncertainty, stress, and success in a lively discussion for students and parents.
Dunwoody-based author and certified career coach Scott Doyne will share insights and practical solutions, helping young adults build confidence, find direction, and launch meaningful careers. The event will include opportunities for audience discussion and a book signing.
Registration information can be found at our Eventbrite page.
Cozy Puzzling Night
Put away your phone and connect with your group over a low-key jigsaw puzzle. We've got two ticket options: purchase a table for 4 participants for $40 OR get a chair for $10 at a 'mingling table' to meet some new folks!
We'll set you up with a 500-piece puzzle; relax and connect screen-free and IRL. Take the puzzle home with you at the end of the night! Families and kids 12 years+ welcome!
Register at our Eventbrite page.
Memoir/Biography Book Club
Prelude bookseller Taylor will lead readers through a discussion of a thought-provoking memoir/biography. Let's uncover the myriad of ways to live a life: what drives us? How does our beginning shape us as adults? What can we learn from walking in another's shoes?
August 12: The Many Lives of Mama Love by Lara Love Hardin.
The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online.
*No need to pre-register; just pop in to discuss!
Prelude Book Club
Join Abbi, the owner of Prelude, for a monthly discussion about a new-ish title, fiction or nonfiction. We’ll talk themes, structure, who we’d cast in a film version, how we felt about the ending- whatever comes to mind. The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online.
August’s pick is Enormous Wings by Laurie Frankel.
*No need to pre-register; just pop in!
ACOTAR Re-read
Join the Prelude bookworm girlies as we reread the currently published ACOTAR books to prep for the October Book 6 Release!
There's a new ACOTAR book on the horizon, and we're re-reading the books to prep! Join the bookworms at Prelude Bookstore to revisit the adventures and romance of Feyre, Rhysand, Tamlin, Cassian, and the Courts. We'll tackle a title each month until ACOTAR 6 comes out in late October. Purchase a copy of the book in-store or online!
May 12: A Court of Thorn and Roses
June 9: A Court of Mist and Fury
July 14: A Court of Wings and Ruin
August 4: A Court of Frost and Starlight (**NEW DATE** As this month is a shorter read, we’ll offer bedazzling materials to make your book sparkle! Purchase your ticket through Eventbrite below!)
September 8: A Court of Silver Flames
Register at Eventbrite. We’ve got two options: one for those who already own a book and need a reserved seat, and one for those who are purchasing the book for the first time through Prelude.
Speed puzzling at Prelude
Compete against other teams to finish a 500-piece puzzle quickest for a prize and bragging rights!
Join us at Prelude Bookstore for a speed puzzling evening! Teams of 2 will compete to finish a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle quickest; first place gets a trophy! Each team gets to keep their puzzle.
Snacks and NA beverages will be available to participants; feel free to BYOB! We can't wait to cheer on our puzzlers!
Register at our Eventbrite page.
Romance Book Club
Join us at Prelude Bookstore to get the warm and fuzzies about romance, love, and maybe a little spice! We’ll giggle our way through a discussion of a recent contemporary romance; July’s pick is Phoebe Berman’s Gonna Lose It by Brooke Averick.
The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online.
Register at Eventbrite.
Summer Art Series with Martha Douglas
Come solo or plan a night out with your friends and create a beautiful watercolor in the best local bookstore!
Join us at Prelude Bookstore in Dunwoody, GA for a guided painting event with local artist Martha Douglas. Each participant will receive a hand-drawn outline and all the painting materials needed to experiment and create a beautiful work of art to take home!
Fun for any level of artistic experience. No addtional supplies are needed, but feel free to Bring Your Own Beverage :)
Register at the Eventbrite link.
Queer Fiction Book Club
Join Prelude bookseller Ronni to chat about a novel featuring LGBTQIA+ characters. Come ready to discuss themes, style, favorite lines- all the good stuff! The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online.
In July, we’ll read Bloom by Robbie Couch.
Register at Eventbrite.
Sip n Script Modern Calligraphy
Join us at Prelude Bookstore in Dunwoody, GA for pretty lettering! Whether you’re a stationery nerd, DIY Bride-to-be, or just a crafty individual, you’ll be introduced to modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink in this workshop. We will cover all the basics and prepare you to add those unique lettered details to your snail mail, wedding paper goods, home decor, and more! The perfect crafty night out!
Class includes 1.5 hours of instruction and demonstration, our beginner’s calligraphy kit (two nibs, black ink pot, 2 letter guides, tracing paper, and straight pen holder), and all materials to write on. Everything is yours to keep at the end of the workshop!
Check out their website and say hey on Instagram to learn more about Prelude Bookstore.
Get your tickets here!
This event is BYOB, so feel free to bring your own beverages and cups! Please come early to shop and grab your seat. Class will start promptly at 5:30 PM!
Watercolor Class, Jr. Edition
My favorite Summer Art Series watercolor class, but we're making junior! AGES 10+, all artistic backgrounds are welcome!
For ages 10+, join us at Prelude Bookstore in Dunwoody, GA for a guided painting event with local artist Martha Douglas. Each participant will recieve a hand-drawn outline and all the painting materials needed to experiment and create a beautiful work of art to take home!
Fun for any level of artistic experience; No addtional supplies are needed!
Register at Eventbrite.
Booktok Book Talk
Pop into Prelude for a chat about a new viral title making its rounds on the internet. Prelude regulars and book lovers Jenna Barber and Brittany Walker will lead us through a conversation about a buzzy title; the July pick is Conform by Ariel Sullivan. Register on our Eventbrite page.
You can purchase your book in-store or online for a free seat. If you find the book elsewhere, please grab a $10 ticket to help us cover hosting costs. Thanks!
ACOTAR Re-read
Join the Prelude bookworm girlies as we reread the currently published ACOTAR books to prep for the October Book 6 Release!
There's a new ACOTAR book on the horizon, and we're re-reading the books to prep! Join the bookworms at Prelude Bookstore to revisit the adventures and romance of Feyre, Rhysand, Tamlin, Cassian, and the Courts. We'll tackle a title each month until ACOTAR 6 comes out in late October. Purchase a copy of the book in-store or online!
May 12: A Court of Thorn and Roses
June 9: A Court of Mist and Fury
July 14: A Court of Wings and Ruin
August 11: A Court of Frost and Starlight
September 8: A Court of Silver Flames
Register at Eventbrite. We’ve got two options: one for those who already own a book and need a reserved seat, and one for those who are purchasing the book for the first time through Prelude.
Prelude Book Club
Join Abbi, the owner of Prelude, for a monthly discussion about a new-ish title, fiction or nonfiction. We’ll talk themes, structure, who we’d cast in a film version, how we felt about the ending- whatever comes to mind. The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online.
July’s pick is The Infinite Sadness of Small Applicances by Glenn Dixon.
Register at Eventbrite.
There is No Place for Us Book Discussion
Join us to discuss There is No Place for Us, the Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction work by Atlanta author Brian Goldstone.
Join Prelude owner Abbi, and Prelude bookworm Elizabeth Jamison, to discuss and recount There is No Place for Us, by local author Brian Goldstone. An urgent, important piece about the working homeless in Atlanta, this nonfiction book will make you think, make you mad, and hopefully make you want to help change the system so many Americans are stuck in.
Copies of the recently-released paperback are available in the store or can be purchased at Bookshop.org. If you have a previously purchased book, we have paid seats you can reserve! Visit our Eventbrite page to register.
*Prelude Bookstore will donate a portion of proceeds from this event to Community Assistance Center in Sandy Springs, a local organization helping families facing unforeseen financial crises.
Memoir/Biography Book Club
Join Prelude as we dive into a published memoir/biography!
Prelude bookseller Taylor will lead readers through a discussion of a thought-provoking memoir/biography. Let's uncover the myriad of ways to live a life: what drives us? How does our beginning shape us as adults? What can we learn from walking in another's shoes?
July 8: No One Tells You This by Glyn MacNicol
The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online. Register at our Eventbrite so we have a seat ready for you.
Romance Book Club
Join us at Prelude Bookstore to get the warm and fuzzies about romance, love, and maybe a little spice! We’ll giggle our way through a discussion of a recent contemporary romance; June’s pick is Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune.
The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online.
Register at Eventbrite.
Speed puzzling at Prelude
Compete against other teams to finish a 500-piece puzzle quickest for a prize and bragging rights!
Join us at Prelude Bookstore for a speed puzzling evening! Teams of 2 will compete to finish a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle quickest; first place gets a trophy! Each team gets to keep their puzzle.
Snacks and NA beverages will be available to participants; feel free to BYOB! We can't wait to cheer on our puzzlers!
Register at our Eventbrite page.
Summer Art Series with Martha Douglas
Come solo or plan a night out with your friends and, create a beautiful watercolor in the best local bookstore!
Join us at Prelude Bookstore in Dunwoody, GA for a guided painting event with local artist Martha Douglas. Each participant will recieve a hand-drawn outline and all the painting materials needed to experiment and create a beautiful work of art to take home!
Fun for any level of artistic experience. No addtional supplies are needed, but feel free to Bring Your Own Beverage :)
Register at the Eventbrite link.
Queer Fiction Book Club
Join us at Prelude to chat about a novel featuring LGBTQIA+ characters. Come ready to discuss themes, style, favorite lines- all the good stuff! The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online.
In June, we’ll read Work to do by Jules Wernersbach.
Register at Eventbrite.
Prelude Book Club
Join Abbi, the owner of Prelude, for a monthly discussion about a new-ish title, fiction or nonfiction. We’ll talk themes, structure, who we’d cast in a film version, how we felt about the ending- whatever comes to mind. The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online.
June’s pick is A City on Mars by Kelly and Zach Weinersmith.
Register at Eventbrite.
Story time and Book signing with Brittany Petish
We’re delighted to host local author Brittany Petish for a story time and book signing! Her True Heart Tails books features the stories of real animals, emotional connections, and the importance of nature. These beautiful titles will make you smile (and maybe want to pet a dog or goose!). We can’t wait to see you there!
Zodiac Mixer Ticketed Event!
The Zodiac Mixer brings together founders, creatives, and the socially
curious into a single curated room — using astrology as the entry point, and
intentional design as the architecture. Every detail, from conversation
prompts to the flow of the night, is crafted so people meet naturally, have
better conversations, and actually enjoy being there.
The zodiac gives every guest shared context before they've said a word.
"Are you a typical Sagittarius?" is already a conversation. The icebreaker is
built into the format. The room has shared language before anyone walks in.
Register on The Zodiac Mixer’s Eventbrite. We can’t wait to see you there.