Speaker at the Center

Speaker at the Center is an events series hosted by the South Carolina Center for the Book that celebrates South Carolina's rich literary heritage.

Speaker at the Center provides local authors, storytellers, and creators the opportunity to connect with other South Carolinians to discuss and sell their most recently published works. These events are free and open to the public and take place at the State Library, South Carolina public libraries, and other cultural institutions across the state.

Upcoming Events

The Cheese Biscuit Queen - Kiss My Aspic! with Mary Martha Greene

Join us virtually at our next Speaker at the Center series on Tuesday, March 25th at 6:00PM with the Cheese Biscuit Queen, Mary Martha Greene, for a conversation about her recently released, "The Cheese Biscuit Queen - Kiss My Aspic!"

  • March 25, 2025
  • 06:00 PM
  • Virtual

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Debbie De Louise Author Talk

Join us at our next Speaker at the Center series on Friday, March 28th at 3pm for an Author Talk with Debbie De Louise, a retired reference librarian from a public library on Long Island and the award-winning author of the Cobble Cove and Buttercup Bend cozy mystery series.

  • March 28, 2025
  • 03:00 PM
  • South Carolina State Library

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Mary Martha Greene, The Cheese Biscuit Queen, Presents Homemade Food Gifts for the Holidays

Join us at our next Speaker at the Center series on Thursday, December 4th, at 3 p.m. for an author talk and demonstration with Mary Martha Greene, The Cheese Biscuit Queen. She will highlight recipes from her latest release, "Kiss My Aspic!" Greene will highlight recipes that make excellent homemade holiday gifts!

  • December 4, 2025
  • 03:00 PM
  • South Carolina State Library

Registration