When
December 04, 2026 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
What
The 22nd Annual Signatures Author Series will be held on Friday, December 4, 2026 at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center.
The John Cooper School Signatures Author Series luncheon is a highly anticipated annual event benefiting The Fine Arts Council of the school. This community event includes Visiting Authors’ book sales and signings, an incredible luncheon, a book signing with the keynote author, a Signatures-themed drawing, and a private VIP reception for key sponsors. Previous speakers include best-selling authors Barbara Bush, Dave Berry, Mitch Albom, Anthony Bourdain, John Grogan, Nicholas Sparks, Candace Bushnell, Kathryn Stockett with Tate Taylor, Jodi Picoult, Tyler Florence, Gillian Flynn, Cheryl Strayed, Paula Hawkins, Kevin Kwan, Maria Semple, Jesmyn Ward, Taylor Jenkins Reid, Elin Hilderbrand, Alka Joshi, Lisa Jewell, and most recently, Fiona Davis.
The 2026 Signatures Author Series keynote speaker will be Katherine Center, a Houston, Texas native! Katherine is best known for her uplifting and emotional romantic comedies and contemporary fiction. Her extensive bibliography explores themes of resilience, healing, and self-discovery. Her novels feature an engaging mix of heartwarming stories and witty banter. Her newest book, The Shippers, was just released on May 19, 2026!
Learn MoreWhere
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center
1601 Lake Robbins Dr
