Meet The Author
Drop by, say hi! Meet Lori at one of these events in Summer 2025:
AUTHOR TALK!
Saturday, June 21 | 1-3
Bracebridge Library
Muskoka Lumber Centre, Bracebridge
Author Lori Knowles will talk about her latest novel, Summers With Miss Elizabeth, a nostalgic story of friendship, family and the golden moments of cottaging. Reading will be followed by Q & A. The talk will take place in the NEW Bracebridge Library, inside the Castle Peak Multipurpose Room. It’s free! Registration opens May 1, 2025. Hope to see and greet you there!
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MEET ME AT MUSKOKA DISCOVERY CENTRE
Wednesday, July 2 | 6 pm
Muskoka Discovery Centre
275 Steamship Bay Rd., Gravenhurst
Join us at the Muskoka Discovery Centre for a special evening with author Lori Knowles as she discusses her heartfelt debut novel, Summers with Miss Elizabeth. Set against the idyllic backdrop of Muskoka—Canada’s Hamptons—this poignant family drama follows Colin Montgomery as he returns to the Wynward family cottage a decade after tragedy, seeking solace and closure during one final summer with the unforgettable Miss Elizabeth.
Lori Knowles, a seasoned journalist, co-editor of Ski Canada Magazine, and former Toronto Sun columnist, will share insights into her writing journey, the inspiration behind the novel, and the timeless charm of Muskoka that shaped her story. Perfect for fans of Elin Hilderbrand and Delia Owens, this event is a must for dockside readers and dreamers alike.
Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Tickets are $5.00 plus fees.
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BOOK SIGNING & SALE: ORILLIA FARMER’S MARKET
Saturday, July 5 | 9-1
Orillia Opera House
20 Mississauga St. West, Orillia
Grab your weekend supply of fresh fruit, veggies and books! Muskoka author Lori Knowles will be signing copies at the Orillia Farmer’s Market of her latest book, Summers with Miss Elizabeth, a novel set in Muskoka. Learn more about the story’s inspirations and its iconic locations around the lakes of Muskoka. You’ll find the market in downtown Orillia tucked in next to the Library and the Opera House. See you there!
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BOOK SIGNING & SALE: ACBS VINTAGE BOAT SHOW
Saturday, July 12 | All Day
Muskoka Wharf
Steamship Bay Rd, Gravenhurst
The 43rd Vintage Boat Show by ACBS is back. This FREE show features plenty to see and do on the Gravenhurst waterfront. Expect a great turnout of boats, both wood and glass, filling the slips at the docks. Crowd favourites will also be returning, including the Nautical Flea Market, Boats4Sale, and Vendors’ Alley. Look for a booth marked BOOKS! featuring Summers with Miss Elizabeth, a novel set in Muskoka by Lori Knowles, as well as The Endurable Alex Tilley, the non-fiction story of the Tilley hat by Nancy E. Beal.
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BOOK SIGNING & SALE: DWIGHT FARMER’S MARKET
Wednesday, July 16 | 9-1
Lake of Bays Garden Centre
2876 Highway 60, Dwight
Grab your week’s supply of fresh fruit, veggies and books! Muskoka author Lori Knowles will be signing copies at the Dwight Farmer’s Market of her latest book, Summers with Miss Elizabeth, a novel set in Muskoka. Learn more about the story’s inspirations and its iconic locations around the lakes of Muskoka. You’ll find the market on the grounds of the Lake of Bays Garden Centre, not far from Lake of Bays, and on the route between Hunstville and Algonquin Park. See you there!
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BOOK SIGNING & SALE: BRACEBRIDGE FARMER’S MARKET
Saturday, July 19 | 9-1
Bracebridge Memorial Park
Manitoba St. next to Norwood Theatre, Bracebridge
Grab your week’s supply of fresh fruit, veggies and books! Muskoka author Lori Knowles will be signing copies at the Bracebridge Farmer’s Market of her latest book, Summers with Miss Elizabeth, a novel set in Muskoka. Learn more about the story’s inspirations and its iconic locations around the lakes of Muskoka. You’ll find the market in historic Memorial Park in downtown Bracebridge, next door to the Norwood Theatre.. See you there!
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BOOK SIGNING & SALE: BAYSVILLE WALKABOUT
Saturday, July 26 | 9-5
Baysville
Lake of Bays, Ontario
Roadtrip to beautiful Baysville on Lake of Bays for a day of music, street food, art pop-ups and books! Muskoka author Lori Knowles will be signing copies at the Baysville Walkabout of her latest book, Summers with Miss Elizabeth, a novel set in Muskoka. Learn more about the story’s inspirations and its iconic locations around the lakes of Muskoka. See you there!
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BOOK SIGNING & SALE: DWIGHT FARMER’S MARKET
Wednesday, July 30 | 9-1
Lake of Bays Garden Centre
2876 Highway 60, Dwight
Grab your week’s supply of fresh fruit, veggies and books! Muskoka author Lori Knowles will be signing copies at the Dwight Farmer’s Market of her latest book, Summers with Miss Elizabeth, a novel set in Muskoka. Learn more about the story’s inspirations and its iconic locations around the lakes of Muskoka. You’ll find the market on the grounds of the Lake of Bays Garden Centre, not far from Lake of Bays, and on the route between Hunstville and Algonquin Park. See you there!
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BOOK SIGNING & SALE: BRACEBRIDGE FARMER’S MARKET
Saturday, August 2 | 9-1
Bracebridge Memorial Park
Manitoba St. next to Norwood Theatre, Bracebridge
Grab your week’s supply of fresh fruit, veggies and books! Muskoka author Lori Knowles will be signing copies at the Bracebridge Farmer’s Market of her latest book, Summers with Miss Elizabeth, a novel set in Muskoka. Learn more about the story’s inspirations and its iconic locations around the lakes of Muskoka. You’ll find the market in historic Memorial Park in downtown Bracebridge, next door to the Norwood Theatre.. See you there!
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MEET THE AUTHOR! MUSKOKA CHAUTAUQUA FESTIVAL, WINDERMERE
Saturday, August 9 | 10-1
Windermere Hall
Near Windermere House on the shores of Lake Rosseau
Roadtrip to Windermere on Lake Rosseau for a day of music, street food, art pop-ups and books! Muskoka author Lori Knowles will be signing copies at the Muskoka Chautauqua Festival of her latest book, Summers with Miss Elizabeth, a novel set in Muskoka. Learn more about the story’s inspirations and its iconic locations around the lakes of Muskoka. See you there!
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BOOK CLUB, MEET THE AUTHOR! LAKE OF BAYS SAILING CLUB
Wednesday, August 13 | 7 pm
Lake of Bays Sailing Club
Glenmount Dock, Lake of Bays
Yes, I make free appearances at book clubs to chat with readers of Summers with Miss Elizabeth. This one takes place at one of my favourite summer places: Lake of Bays Sailing Club, parts of which inspired scenes in the book.
BOOK SIGNING & SALE: PORT CARLING FARMER’S MARKET
Thursday, August 14 | 9-1
Hanna Park
Port Carling, Lake Muskoka
Grab your week’s supply of fresh fruit, veggies and books! Muskoka author Lori Knowles will be signing copies at the Port Carling Farmer’s Market of her latest book, Summers with Miss Elizabeth, a novel set in Muskoka. Learn more about the story’s inspirations and its iconic locations around the lakes of Muskoka. See you there!
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Author Talk! Muskoka Lakes Rotary Club
Tuesday, August 19 | 7 am
Muskoka Highlands Golf Club
Bracebridge, Ontario
Rotary members and guests: join us at the Muskoka Lakes Rotary Club for a special morning with author Lori Knowles as she discusses her heartfelt debut novel, Summers with Miss Elizabeth. Set against the idyllic backdrop of Muskoka—Canada’s Hamptons—this poignant family drama follows Colin Montgomery as he returns to the Wynward family cottage a decade after tragedy, seeking solace and closure during one final summer with the unforgettable Miss Elizabeth.
Author Talk! Bracebridge Rotary Club
Friday, October 3 | 12 pm
Bracebridge Rotary Centre
Bracebridge, Ontario
Rotary members and guests: join us at the Bracebridge Rotary Club for a special lunch with author Lori Knowles as she discusses her heartfelt debut novel, Summers with Miss Elizabeth. Set against the idyllic backdrop of Muskoka—Canada’s Hamptons—this poignant family drama follows Colin Montgomery as he returns to the Wynward family cottage a decade after tragedy, seeking solace and closure during one final summer with the unforgettable Miss Elizabeth.