Literature Events

2010 Writers Conference Teen Track

The Douglas County Writers Conference boasts a special track just for teens!

Teens will follow the same schedule as adults, but enjoy two teens-only workshops.

Family Mystery Festival

A One Book One Castle Rock evening of mysterious fun, featuring Alane Ferguson, author of The Christopher Killer.

One Book One Roxborough!

Roxborough residents are invited to participate in the first One Book One Roxborough!

One Book One Castle Rock returns

Celebrate literacy and community, and read The Christopher Killer by Alane Ferguson!


The Christopher Killer, a young adult forensic mystery set in Silverton, Colorado, is the inspiration for many upcoming library events for the whole family. We'll have book discussions, Hitchcock mystery films, science and mystery events for kids, a special crime scene investigation program with CRPD, an interactive teen murder mystery, and of course, a visit from author Alane Ferguson. Watch this space for more details!

A Day with Rick Bayless

photo of Rick BaylessWednesday, October 13, be among those to mingle with Rick Bayless in a day's worth of once-in-a-lifetime events!

Tickets on sale Here. (Private Lunch is SOLD OUT. Cooking Demo is SOLD OUT)

Award-winning chef-restaurateur, cookbook author, and television personality Rick Bayless will thrill book lovers and food lovers alike at Douglas County Libraries' 2010 Author Extravaganza!

2010 Writers Conference

writers conference logoSaturday, October 2, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Castle View High School, Castle Rock

An entire day of workshops, networking and activities for writers. Gain valuable tips and insight from experienced writers and other publishing professionals. Tickets on sale here. Tickets are $75. Pitch your work to an agent in a private session for an extra $25.

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