Matt Browning Books

Bagatelle Books, Asheville, NC
2022-06-18 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Bagatelle Books, 428 C Haywood Road, Asheville, NC, 28806, United States
Matt will be signing copies of “The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide” at Bagatelle Books in Asheville, North Carolina, on Saturday, June 18, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Meticulously researched episode by episode, “The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide” is an eye-opening, illuminating encyclopedia of “the who, the how, and the ha!” of thousands of topical jokes from the show’s 180 episodes. From Joe Isuzu to Socrates, Alan Alda to Shinola, Martha Raye to Madge, and Ishtar to Tattletales, at long last fans of The Golden Girls will finally be saying, “Oh, now I get it!”
“I’ve been watching The Golden Girls since it was released, and in many ways it is timeless, but there are so many references to then-current people, places and events that really anchor it in its 1980s-1990s era,” Browning said. “This book is meant to serve as a guide so viewers can follow along and come to understand those dated jokes as they were meant to be understood.”
The book is structured episode by episode, featuring snippets of dialogue to provide context to the reference, followed by an explanation. An alphabetical index is also included. The book was released last fall from Lyons Press, an imprint of Rowman & Littlefield. It retails for $24.95.
Bagatelle Books is located at 428 C Haywood Road, Asheville, North Carolina.

Bridgeport StoryWalk, Bridgeport, WV
2022-06-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Bridgeport City Park, 164 West Main Street, Bridgeport, WV, 26330, United States
Located at the Bridgeport City Park in Bridgeport, WV, the Bridgeport StoryWalk features signs along a walking trail, each containing book pages which kids and families can read as they stroll. During the month of June, Matt’s “Chicks and the City” will be the featured book.
The book will be unveiled on Saturday, June 4th. Books will be available for purchase.
“Chicks and the City” retails for $16.95.
Learn more about Bridgeport StoryWalk at Connect Bridgeport.

The Book Dragon Shop, Staunton, Virginia
2022-05-28 12:00 - 15:00 | The Book Dragon Shop, 102 W. Beverley Street, Staunton, VA, 24401, United States
Join author Matt Browning as he discusses and signs copies of his new book “The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide,” published by Lyons Press, at The Book Dragon Shop in Staunton, Virginia, on Saturday, May 28, from noon to 3 p.m.

The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide is an in-depth look at the hundreds of topical references to people, places, and events that make up many of the funniest lines from the ever-popular television series, The Golden Girls.

Meticulously researched episode by episode, the book is an eye-opening, illuminating encyclopedia of “the who, the how, and the ha!” of hundreds of topical jokes. From Joe Isuzu to Socrates, Alan Alda to Shinola, Martha Raye to Madge, and Ishtar to Tattletales, at long last fans of The Golden Girls will finally be saying, “Oh, now I get it!”

The book retails for $24.95.

Bridgeport Farmers Market, Bridgeport, WV
2022-05-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Bridgeport Farmers Market, 100 Marketplace Ave, Bridgeport, WV, 26330, United States
Join author Matt Browning as he signs copies of his new book The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide, published by Lyons Press, at The Bridgeport Farmers Market.
The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide is an in-depth look at the hundreds of topical references to people, places, and events that make up many of the funniest lines from the ever-popular television series, The Golden Girls.

Meticulously researched episode by episode, the book is an eye-opening, illuminating encyclopedia of “the who, the how, and the ha!” of hundreds of topical jokes. From Joe Isuzu to Socrates, Alan Alda to Shinola, Martha Raye to Madge, and Ishtar to Tattletales, at long last fans of The Golden Girls will finally be saying, “Oh, now I get it!”

The Bridgeport Famers Market is located at 100 Marketplace Ave, Bridgeport, WV 26330.

Main Street Books, Frostburg, MD
2022-05-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Main Street Books, 2 E Main Street, Frostburg, MD, 21532, United States
Join author Matt Browning as he signs copies of his new book “The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide,” published by Lyons Press, at Main Street Books in Frostburg, Maryland, on Saturday, May 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide is an in-depth look at the hundreds of topical references to people, places, and events that make up many of the funniest lines from the ever-popular television series, The Golden Girls.

Meticulously researched episode by episode, the book is an eye-opening, illuminating encyclopedia of “the who, the how, and the ha!” of hundreds of topical jokes. From Joe Isuzu to Socrates, Alan Alda to Shinola, Martha Raye to Madge, and Ishtar to Tattletales, at long last fans of The Golden Girls will finally be saying, “Oh, now I get it!”

The book retails for $24.95.

Golden-Con: Golden Girls Convention, Chicago, IL
2022-04-22 - 2022-04-24 | NC
Join me at the first-ever GOLDEN-CON: THANK YOU FOR BEING A FAN Golden Girls convention!
Friends, pals and confidants–get ready to laugh your way through a first-of-its-kind, weekend-long classic TV comedy fan gathering! Golden Con: Thank You For Being a Fan will take place from April 22 to April 24 at Chicago’s historic Navy Pier.
Fans and Super-Fans are gathering together for a fun-filled weekend to celebrate TV’s most revered comedy with laughter and friendship, and perhaps some cheesecake. Events for the fan convention include:
“Greatest Gift” Vendor’s Market
GRAB THAT DOUGH! Trivia contests
Live parody shows from Hell in a Handbag Theater Company
Mother of a Solid Gold Dancer Disco Party
Panel discussion and autograph sessions with stars, producers and others who worked directly on the show!
I’ll be selling my book in the Vendor’s Market, participating in the ENCYCLOPEDIA GOLDENNICA panel with fellow authors Jim Colucci and Taylor Miller, and hosting a special session with actress-turned-author DINAH MANOFF: Dinah Manoff’s Real True Hollywood Stories!
Tickets on sale at https://thankyouforbeingafan.com.

Barnes & Noble, Morgantown, WV
2022-04-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Barnes & Noble Morgantown, 2814 University Town Centre Drive, Morgantown, WV, 26501, United States
Join author Matt Browning as he signs copies of his new book “The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide,” published by Lyons Press, at the Morgantown Barnes & Noble on Saturday, April 16, at 2 p.m.

The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide is an in-depth look at the hundreds of topical references to people, places, and events that make up many of the funniest lines from the ever-popular television series, The Golden Girls.

Meticulously researched episode by episode, the book is an eye-opening, illuminating encyclopedia of “the who, the how, and the ha!” of hundreds of topical jokes. From Joe Isuzu to Socrates, Alan Alda to Shinola, Martha Raye to Madge, and Ishtar to Tattletales, at long last fans of The Golden Girls will finally be saying, “Oh, now I get it!”

The book retails for $24.95.

Book Signing at Argo Books
2022-04-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Argo Books, 6 N Spring St, Buckhannon, WV, 26201, United States
Join author Matt Browning as he signs copies of his new book “The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide,” published by Lyons Press, at the ARGO BOOKS on Saturday, April 2, at 1 p.m.

The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide is an in-depth look at the hundreds of topical references to people, places, and events that make up many of the funniest lines from the ever-popular television series, The Golden Girls.

Meticulously researched episode by episode, the book is an eye-opening, illuminating encyclopedia of “the who, the how, and the ha!” of hundreds of topical jokes. From Joe Isuzu to Socrates, Alan Alda to Shinola, Martha Raye to Madge, and Ishtar to Tattletales, at long last fans of The Golden Girls will finally be saying, “Oh, now I get it!”

The book retails for $24.95.

Book Signing at Conquest Books
2022-03-26 12:00 - 15:00 | Conquest Books, 323 15th Street, Ashland, KY, United States
Join author Matt Browning as he signs copies of his new book “The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide,” published by Lyons Press, at Conquest Books in Ashland, KY, on Saturday, March 26, from noon to 3 p.m.

The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide is an in-depth look at the hundreds of topical references to people, places, and events that make up many of the funniest lines from the ever-popular television series, The Golden Girls.

Meticulously researched episode by episode, the book is an eye-opening, illuminating encyclopedia of “the who, the how, and the ha!” of hundreds of topical jokes. From Joe Isuzu to Socrates, Alan Alda to Shinola, Martha Raye to Madge, and Ishtar to Tattletales, at long last fans of The Golden Girls will finally be saying, “Oh, now I get it!”

The book retails for $24.95.

The Book Loft of German Village
2021-10-03 13:00 - 15:00 | The Book Loft of German Village, 631 S Third Street, Columbus, OH, 43206, United States
Join author Matt Browning as he signs copies of his new book The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide, published by Lyons Press, at The Book Loft of German Village in Columbus, Ohio, Sunday, October 3, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide is an in-depth look at the hundreds of topical references to people, places, and events that make up many of the funniest lines from the ever-popular television series, The Golden Girls.

Meticulously researched episode by episode, the book is an eye-opening, illuminating encyclopedia of “the who, the how, and the ha!” of hundreds of topical jokes. From Joe Isuzu to Socrates, Alan Alda to Shinola, Martha Raye to Madge, and Ishtar to Tattletales, at long last fans of The Golden Girls will finally be saying, “Oh, now I get it!”

Bridgeport Farmers Market
2021-09-26 10:00 - 13:00 | Bridgeport Farmers Market, 100 Marketplace Ave, Bridgeport, WV, 26330, United States
Join author Matt Browning as he signs copies of his new book The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide, published by Lyons Press, at The Bridgeport Farmers Market, Sunday, September 26, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide is an in-depth look at the hundreds of topical references to people, places, and events that make up many of the funniest lines from the ever-popular television series, The Golden Girls.

Meticulously researched episode by episode, the book is an eye-opening, illuminating encyclopedia of “the who, the how, and the ha!” of hundreds of topical jokes. From Joe Isuzu to Socrates, Alan Alda to Shinola, Martha Raye to Madge, and Ishtar to Tattletales, at long last fans of The Golden Girls will finally be saying, “Oh, now I get it!”

The Market is located off of exit 124 of I-79 within the Charles Pointe development in Bridgeport, West Virginia. For more details and directions, visit BridgeportFarmersMarket.com.

Indie Author Book Fair at Cicada Books
2021-09-25 12:00 - 16:00 | Cicada Books & Coffee, 604 14th St. West, Huntington, WV, 25704, United States
I’ll be joining other indie authors from the region at Cicada Books & Coffee Saturday, September 25, from noon to 4 p.m.
I’ll have copies of Bookstore Explorer, Chicks and the City, AND The Definitive Golden Girl Cultural Reference Guide!

Book Launch Party at Taylor Books
2021-09-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Taylor Books, 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, 25301, United States
Join me for a launch party for The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide at Taylor Books in Charleston WV, on Thursday, September 23, at 6 p.m. Book chat, meet and greet, and signing.

Four Seasons Books
2021-09-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Four Seasons Books, 114 West German Street, Shepherdstown, WV, United States
Join author Matt Browning as he signs copies of his new book The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide, published by Lyons Press, at Four Seasons Books, Saturday, September 18, at 3 p.m.

The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide is an in-depth look at the hundreds of topical references to people, places, and events that make up many of the funniest lines from the ever-popular television series, The Golden Girls.

Meticulously researched episode by episode, the book is an eye-opening, illuminating encyclopedia of “the who, the how, and the ha!” of hundreds of topical jokes. From Joe Isuzu to Socrates, Alan Alda to Shinola, Martha Raye to Madge, and Ishtar to Tattletales, at long last fans of The Golden Girls will finally be saying, “Oh, now I get it!”

Patriot Guardens: First Friday Farm Workshop
2021-08-06 09:00 - 15:00 | Millwood Armory, 8832 Point Pleasant Rd, Millwood, WV, 25262, United States
I’ll be joining my friends at Patriot Guardens for a full day of fun and learning, with a focus on chickens and rabbits! They’ll offer hands-on learning with rabbits and a visit a veteran with backyard chickens. I’ll be on hand with copies of CHICKS AND THE CITY for purchase.

Bridgeport Farmers Market Book Signing
2021-07-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Bridgeport Farmers Market, 100 Marketplace Ave, Bridgeport, WV, 26330, United States
I’ll be signing copies of my books at the Bridgeport Farmers Market’s author table! Come see me from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, July 18.
For details and directions, check out the Bridgeport Farmers Market website.

A New Chapter Book Signing
2021-05-29 13:00 - 15:00 | A New Chapter, 922 Washington Street West, Lewisburg, WV, 24901, United States
I’ll be signing copies of CHICKS AND THE CITY and BOOKSTORE EXPLORER: WEST VIRGINIA at A New Chapter Bookstore in Lewisburg, WV, Saturday, May 29, from 1-3 p.m.

Book Signing
2021-03-27 12:00 - 14:00 | Wild Art Wonderful Things, 162 South Court St., Fayetteville, WV, United States
I spent December 2019 in Fayetteville, WV, as the Creative-in-Residence at Lafayette Flats. This month, I’m coming back to work on the project I began then – and to have my first author event in a long time.
Come see me at Wild Art Wonderful Things for a masked-up, socially distant book signing! I’ll have copies of both my books available.

Chicks and the City Book Chat
2020-11-20 15:00 - 16:00 | NC
Headline Books will host an online book chat with author Matt Browning and John Porter, urban agriculture program coordinator for Nebraska Extension, Friday, November 20, at 3 p.m. EST, as part of their Zoom into Books virtual platform. The event will feature a reading and discussion of Browning’s new book, “Chicks and the City,” a kid-friendly exploration of urban agriculture that recently received an Honorable Mention at the New York Book Festival.
“The concept of urban agriculture has grown exponentially in recent years as people in cities and towns have become increasingly interested in growing their own food,” said Browning. “You don’t have to live on a large farm with acres of land to be a successful small-scale farmer, and this book illustrates examples of how to do that for young people.”
In the book, Chicken Stu, a barnyard bird, watches the city from atop a silo and longs to visit. He makes his way there and discovers the many ways farming happens in downtown areas, like urban orchards, community gardens, farmer’s markets and chicken coops.
“Adventures like those of Chicken Stu show kids that farms can be anywhere and farmers can be anyone, no matter who or where they are,” Porter said. “It also introduces them to the fact that food starts out somewhere else before it gets to the grocery store – whether it is a big farm somewhere far away or their neighbors farming on previously vacant city lots. Agriculture is everywhere, and agriculture is life.”
The idea stemmed from the rise in urban farming that Porter was seeing in West Virginia cities during his tenure as an extension agent with West Virginia University. Porter and Browning were part of the original planning team for the annual West Virginia Urban Agriculture Conference in 2014, now held annually at West Virginia State University.
Viewers of the Zoom into Books book chat will be able to order personalized copies during the event, which will be broadcast live on the Headline Books Zoom into Books Facebook page.

Cafe Appalachia Artisan Market
2020-08-29 08:00 - 12:00 | Cafe Appalachia, 206 D Street, South Charleston, WV, 25303, United States
I’ll be signing copies of CHICKS AND THE CITY and BOOKSTORE EXPLORER: WEST VIRGINIA at Cafe Appalachia’s Artisan Market. This is an outdoor event dependent upon weather. Please wear a mask!

Book Signing at City Books
2020-05-30 19:00 - 21:00 | City Books, 908 Galveston Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15233, United States
I’ll be signing copies of BOOKSTORE EXPLORER: WEST VIRGINIA at City Books in Pittsburgh, PA!

Book Signing at Bridgeport Farmers Market
2020-05-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Bridgeport Farmers Market, 100 Marketplace Ave, Bridgeport, WV, 26330, United States
Join me as I sign copies of BOOKSTORE EXPLORER: WEST VIRGINIA at the Bridgeport Farmers Market!

Martinsburg Chocolate Fest & Book Faire
2020-04-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Bank Books, 145 S Queen Street, Martinsburg, WV, 25401, United States
I’ll be signing copies of Bookstore Explorer: West Virginia at the annual Chocolate Fest & Book Faire in Martinsburg, WV. Come see me at Bank Books.
Event Details: The 2020 Chocolate Fest & Book Fair will take place in Downtown Martinsburg on Saturday, April 25th. The day will kick off with the Truffle Shuffle 5k at 8 am with a Kid Fun Run at 9 am. From 10 am to 4 pm join in the Chocolate Walk for $5 that includes tasting and indulging yourself in some wonderful chocolate creations throughout the businesses in downtown Martinsburg while also meeting with authors in the businesses. DeFluri’s Fine Chocolates will host tours of the chocolate factory on Saturday at 10 am and 2 pm.

Book Signing at Four Seasons Books
2020-04-24 18:00 - 20:00 | NC
Join me for a special signing at Four Seasons Books in Shepherdstown, West Virginia.

Book Signing at A New Chapter
2020-04-10 17:00 - 19:00 | A New Chapter, 922 Washington Street West, Lewisburg, WV, 24901, United States
Join me at “A New Chapter” in Lewisburg, West Virginia, to learn about BOOKSTORE EXPLORER: WEST VIRGINIA!

Book Signing at Taylor Books
2020-02-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Taylor Books, 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, 25301, United States
Join me as I share details and sign copies of BOOKSTORE EXPLORER: WEST VIRGINIA at Taylor Books in Charleston. I’ll be joined by best-selling author Rajia Hassib, who will read her contribution to the book. Snacks provided. Wine, beer and coffee available for purchase.

Book Signing at Hot Cup Coffee
2020-01-17 16:00 - 19:00 | Hot Cup Coffee, 201 Stratton Street, Logan, WV, 25601, United States
Logan County native Matt Browning will be signing copies of his new book, BOOKSTORE EXPLORER: WEST VIRGINIA, at Hot Cup Coffee in Logan, WV, on Friday, January 17, from 4-7 p.m.
A portion of the proceeds from book sales will be donated to the LT Baisden Memorial Scholarship, in memory of Logan High School teacher Tracy Baisden, to whom the book is dedicated

New River Gorge Creative Residency Reception
2020-01-16 18:30 - 20:30 | The Grove, 103 Keller Avenue, Fayetteville, WV, 25840, United States
Since 2015 the New River Gorge Creative Residency has afforded writers and artists the unique opportunity to live and work at Lafayette Flats Boutique Vacation Rentals in Fayetteville, WV. In past years a singular resident has been chosen but this winter, THREE creatives have been awarded the residency.
By tripling the number of residency recipients, and by selecting all West Virginia based creatives, we aim to highlight and celebrate the diverse artistic talent thriving throughout the Mountain State.
The New River Gorge Creative Residency is designed to provide creatives with a beautiful space to develop their skills while devoting uninterrupted time to a particular project. The winners of this year’s New River Gorge Creative Residency are Matt Browning, Carly Thaw and Kimberly Trathen.
A reception for the New River Gorge Creative Residency recipients will take place Thursday, January 16, 2020 at 6:30 pm at The Grove in Fayetteville, WV. All three creatives will be in attendance to discuss and show their work. Join us!
