Free Virtual Author Talks from the Library Speakers Consortium
Upper Saddle River Public Library partners with the Library Speakers Consortium (LSC) to bring bestselling authors and thought leaders directly to you. Enjoy live online conversations and on-demand recordings on a wide range of topics—all free with your library card.
These programs let you hear from national bestselling authors, ask questions in real time, and revisit recordings whenever it fits your schedule. Many author talks also include a direct link to find the book at your library in the BCCLS catalog, making it easy to place a hold or check availability.
View all upcoming speakers and past event recordings:
Upper Saddle River Public Library – Library Speakers Consortium
What You’ll Find on the LSC Site
- Live virtual author talks with interactive Q&A
- On-demand recordings of past events
- Conversations with bestselling fiction, nonfiction, lifestyle, cooking, and children’s authors
- Free registration for live sessions
- Direct “Find This Book at Your Library” links on many talks that connect to the BCCLS catalog
The LSC microsite is updated regularly with new events, so check it often for the latest schedule.
Go to upcoming events → libraryc.org/uppersaddleriverlibrary/upcoming
Browse past recordings → libraryc.org/uppersaddleriverlibrary/archive
How to Participate
- Visit the Upper Saddle River Public Library Speakers Consortium page.
- Choose an upcoming talk and register with your name and email.
- You’ll receive a link to join the live event or to watch the recording afterward.
- Look for the Find This Book at Your Library link on the event page to place a hold in the BCCLS catalog.
All events are online and free. No library card is required to register, though the program is offered through your library’s membership. Use your library card to request the featured titles through BCCLS.
Why We Offer These Programs
The Library Speakers Consortium helps libraries of all sizes bring high-quality author programming to their communities without the cost of individual speaker fees. Patrons get convenient access to thoughtful conversations on books, ideas, and lifelong learning, whether they attend live or catch the recording later, and can often go straight from the talk to requesting the book in the BCCLS catalog.
Q&A
How do I register for a live author talk?
Go to the Upper Saddle River Public Library LSC page, select an upcoming event, and complete the short registration form. You’ll receive an email with the link to join.
Can I watch past events?
Yes. Recordings of previous talks are available on the same site under past events. Browse them anytime at libraryc.org/uppersaddleriverlibrary.
Do I need a library card?
No library card is required to register or watch. These programs are offered free of charge through Upper Saddle River Public Library’s partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.
What kinds of authors and topics are featured?
You’ll find bestselling fiction and nonfiction authors, plus experts in cooking, personal growth, history, science, and more. The schedule changes regularly, so check the LSC site for current offerings.
Are the events only live, or can I watch later?
Both. You can join live and participate in the Q&A, or watch the recording afterward at your convenience.
How do I find the book discussed in the talk?
Many author event pages include a “Find This Book at Your Library” link that takes you directly to the title in the BCCLS catalog so you can check availability or place a hold.
Where do I find the full schedule?
The complete and up-to-date list of upcoming speakers and past recordings is always available at https://libraryc.org/uppersaddleriverlibrary.
