The West Virginia Book Festival is an annual, free event held in Charleston, WV that brings together readers and authors. It features national and local author presentations, workshops, a large used book sale, and a marketplace.

Steven will selling his book and meeting readers at HoCo Pride!

HoCo Pride is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration that brings together thousands of community members, allies, families, and friends. This year, we’re celebrating with the theme “Exist, Persist, Love!” It’s a reminder of the strength, resilience, and joy of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as the importance of creating spaces where everyone can show up, be seen, and celebrate who they are.

Howard County Pride 2026 features: Phenomenal performers on the Chrysalis stage Over 150 vendors and exhibitors lining the pathways A dozen food trucks and stalls Games, crafts, and activities throughout the park So much more!

Have you ever wanted to eat stinky tofu while binge watching reruns of the Bionic Woman? Or fall in love with a boy named Pajamas? Or even stage your own intervention at a Waffle House?

If you answered yes to any of these, and you probably didn’t, author Steven Gellman’s debut young adult novel will take you on a journey of acceptance amidst increasingly intense panic attacks, through the eyes of Simon Bugg, a closeted sixteen-year-old, who must face a dark secret before losing his chance with the boy he loves.

Author and award-winning singer-songwriter Steven Gellman signs copies of his debut young adult novel, Somewhere in Nowhere, at The BiblioPub, Roanoke, VA. Free and open to the public. Copies available at the signing.

Steven will be a participating author at A Bookish Affair: a day celebrating books with local (and surrounding) authors, vendors, food, and drinks.

Steven will be a participating author at the inaugural Books & Chocolate in Hershey.