Authors! with Mary Kubica
Schedule
Thu Feb 05 2026 at 07:00 pm to 08:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Main Library - Toledo Lucas County Public Library | Toledo, OH
About this Event
About the event
Join bestselling suspense author Mary Kubica for a riveting exploration of It’s Not Her. Kubica, acclaimed for her emotional, twisty thrillers, will reveal how she transforms real-life tension and hidden histories into stories you can’t put down. In It’s Not Her, a peaceful family retreat descends into chaos when a scream pierces the night, revealing M**der, a missing teenager, and secrets no one could have foreseen. This event is ideal for fans of psychological suspense and layered family dramas.
About the author
Mary Kubica is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author known for her emotionally charged, twist-filled suspense novels. A former high school history teacher, she holds a B.A. in History and American Literature from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Her books have been translated into over thirty languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide, earning her praise as “a helluva storyteller.” She lives outside Chicago with her husband and children.
About the book
It's Not Her is a gripping thriller about two families who find themselves at the heart of a chilling crime and a mysterious disappearance whiole vacationing at a secluded lake resort. Courtney Gray’s peaceful getaway shatters when a scream pierces the night. Rushing to the neighboring cottage, she finds her brother and sister-in-law dead, her teenage niece Reese missing, and her young nephew Wyatt sleeping peacefully upstairs.
As police descend on the quiet resort town, long-buried secrets about Courtney’s family, and the town itself, begin to surface. Courtney is left to wonder whether Reese is another victim, or the prime suspect. With each revelation, she uncovers more lies and betrayals, realizing that everyone has something to hide, with danger growing as she inches closer to the truth.
About the event
This event features a 45 minute moderated conversation with the author followed by brief audience Q & A.
FAQs
Can tickets be purchased by phone? No, tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite only.
What are my parking options at the event? The facility has a free parking garage. The garage entrance is located on Adams St.
What time do the doors open? General admission seating starts at 6:30 p.m.
Are there assigned seats? No. Seating is general admission, but the purchase of a ticket does guarantee you a seat.
Is handicapped seating available? Handicapped seating is available. For special seating arrangements, please call 419.259.5199 at least one week prior to the event.
Will an American Sign Language Interpreter be provided for the event? We are happy to provide an ASL Interpreter for the event - if you require this service, please contact us at 419.259.5199 at least two weeks before the event so arrangements can be made.
What can/can't I bring to the event? Please do not bring outside food/beverages. There is no video recording or flash photography allowed.
Will the author hold a book signing after the talk? Yes, the author will be available for a limited signing opportunity after the presentation.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions? Call the Library at 419.259.5200.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes, tickets will be scanned at the door. If you choose to utilize your mobile device, tickets can be scanned via your Eventbrite email receipt. Note: Screenshots/captures of the ticket receipt cannot be scanned. Please have your device with the ticket receipt open and available for scanning at entry.
Can I get my book if I don’t attend the event? Books may only be obtained at the event. If you are unable to attend, you may have someone else pick it up at the event, but they must have your ticket in hard copy or on their device.
What is the refund policy? Tickets will be refunded only if the event is canceled.
Where is it happening?
Main Library - Toledo Lucas County Public Library, 325 North Michigan Street, Toledo, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 24.25


















