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Good Intentions Launch Event: Marisa Walz in Conversation with Charlie Donlea

February 3, 2026, 7:00 pm
Oak Brook, IL

Join Marisa Walz in conversation with bestselling author Charlie Donlea as they discuss her debut psychological suspense novel, Good Intentions. More details coming soon. Barnes & Noble Oak Brook 297 Oakbrook Center Oak Brook, IL 60523

Swamp Fox Books Presents: Marisa Walz in Conversation with Heather Gudenkauf

February 5, 2026, 7:00 pm
Cedar Rapids, IA

Join suspense author Marisa Walz in conversation with New York Times bestselling author Heather Gudenkauf as they discuss her debut psychological suspense novel, Good Intentions. Lowe Park Arts & Environment Center 4500 10th Street Marion, IA 52302 (319) 343-6556

Meet & Greet With Marisa Walz at Blue House Books


February 7, 2026, 12:00-3:00 pm
Kenosha, WI

Join Marisa Walz at Blue House Books to celebrate her debut novel, Good Intentions! Marisa will be chatting with excited readers and signing books, so stop by anytime during the event to meet this fantastic new Chicago author! Blue House Books 5915 6th Ave A Kenosha, WI 53140 (262) 612-5525

Main Street Books
Welcomes Marisa Walz



February 10, 2026, 7:00 pm
St. Louis, MO

Main Street Books and the St. Charles City-County Library Foundation welcome author Marisa Walz to St. Charles! We’re celebrating her debut psychological suspense novel, GOOD INTENTIONS. More details coming soon! St. Charles City County Library 427 Spencer Road St. Peters, MO 63376

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Inscribe Books


February 11, 2026, 7:00 pm
Detriot, MI

Inscribe Books is pleased to welcome Marisa Walz to celebrate her new book, Good Intentions, in conversation with Katie Hess, followed by Q&A and a book signing. A copy of the book (to be distributed the evening of the event) is included in the cost of your ticket. Inscribe Books: (248) 922-7339 Location: Clarkston High School 6093 Fleming Lake Road Clarkston, MI

Marisa Walz: Author Event
& Book Signing


February 25, 2026, 6:30 pm
Libertyville, IL
*Ticket required

Join us for an evening with Marisa Walz as she discusses her immersive psychological suspense debut about a luxury party planner who becomes obsessed with a woman she encounters in a hospital waiting room. Marisa will be in conversation with Maxwell Gregory. After a conversation and Q&A with the author, we will form a line to begin book signing. Ticket Options: Free ticket without a copy of the book. (We will still have additional books for sale if you wish to purchase at the event) or Ticket that covers the cost of the book (hardcover edition) at $31.46. About the Author Marisa Walz is a Federal Reserve executive who also writes novels about people behaving badly. She lives in the Chicago suburbs with her husband and two young children. About the Conversation Partner Maxwell Gregory spent fifteen years as a bookseller and book store manager at an Independent Book Store. She has been the Scheduling Producer for Hank Phillippi Ryan's Crime Time interview segment on A Mighty Blaze for the past five years. She enjoys promoting books and authors on social media @maxwell.gregory2018. When she isn't reading, you can find her in the kitchen cooking up dishes from her sizable cookbook collection. She lives in the Chicago suburbs. About Time Bookstore 528 Milwaukee Avenue Libertyville, IL 60048 (815) 909-1164

Lake Forest Book Store

in Conversation with

Marisa Walz

March 4, 2026, 6:00 pm
Lake Forest, IL

Join Marisa Walz in conversation with Hannah Morrissey as she discusses her debut psychological suspense novel, Good Intentions. Signing to follow. Refreshments will be served. Signups are encouraged but not required; RSVP at RSVP at 847-234-4420. Hannah Morrissey is the USA Today Bestselling author of the Black Harbor suspense series which includes Hello, Transcriber, The Widowmaker, and When I’m Dead. Lake Forest Book Store 662 N Western Avenue Lake Forest, IL 60045 (847) 234-4420

Reads by the River Presents:
Pages & Pours with Mary Kubica and Marisa Walz*
 

March 10, 2026, 6:30 pm
Waterford, WI
*Ticket required

Join New York Times bestselling author Mary Kubica and debut psychological suspense author Marisa Walz in an intimate setting to discuss their work, answer questions, and sign books. Ticket required (includes a hardcover copy of one of the author's books, your choice). Stay tuned for ticket details. Location TBD

Tucson Festival of Books

March 14-15, 2026
Tucson, AZ

Marisa Walz will be on a panel discussion and signing books at 2026's Tucson Festival of Books! Stay tuned for more info.

PGH Book Fest


May 30-31, 2026
Pittsburgh, PA

Marisa Walz will be on a panel discussion and signing books at 2026's PGH Book Fest in Pittsburgh! Stay tuned for more info.

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