Claremont Library authors Collection
The 2026 Friends of the Claremont Library Author’s Event took place on Saturday, September 19, 2026. It was held from 10 AM to noon in the Library's meeting room, with author talks from 10:00 to 11:00 AM and an author meet-and-greet and book signing from 11:00 AM to noon. Each author had a table displaying their book(s) after they offered a brief overview of their publications. Jane Alden has lived in Claremont for 30 years. She came to California in her brand-new little Ford Fairlane (the loan co-signed by her dad) to teach seventh-grade English in Porterville in the Central Valley. After two years of teaching, she moved to Los Angeles and began a 30-year career in hospital management, eventually serving as Chief Executive Officer of Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. Ms. Alden began writing novels about 10 years ago. The Last Pharaoh is her seventh book and the third and final book in the Cass and Ari Trilogy.
When archaeologist Dr. Cassandra Stillwell is summoned to Egypt by a former colleague, she and her assistant, Ari Morgan, are thrust into a deadly mystery. A murdered scholar, a vanished scroll written by an ancient Isis priestess, and whispers of Cleopatra‘s long-lost tomb pull them deep into the shifting sands of Aswan and Cairo. As Cass uncovers a conspiracy reaching from museum basements to government offices, Ari is called home to coastal North Carolina, where her grandmother's best friend is trapped in a nursing home with secrets of its own. Separated by continents but bound by love and loyalty, Cass and Ari each confront powerful forces determined to keep the past buried. From Philae Island’s sacred ruins to the porches of Beaufort, The Last Pharaoh is a gripping tale of danger, devotion, and the pursuit of truth. Joe Belk started writing record reviews for the Daily Texan in Austin, later expanding his scope to general entertainment writing. After graduating from the University of Texas, he wrote for a Central Texas newspaper where he introduced a weekly film column. Following graduate school, Joe had an extensive teaching career, including teaching GED classes for adult ed. He was Adult Education Teacher of the Year of 2002-2003. On the side, he performed as a drummer/vocalist in the San Antonio band I Ching Gatos. In 2018, Joe moved to Claremont, where he returned to entertainment writing and released his book A Fan’s Calendar in March 2026.
A Fan’s Calendar is a fun ride through popular culture from the 20th century to the present day. The book reflects the author's enthusiasm, as he has enjoyed and often written about music, film, and other forms of art and entertainment throughout his life. No matter your tastes, you will find overlap with this personally specific cultural appreciation of a wide variety of cinematic and musical genres and styles. The author's website is joebelk.com. Ms. Clements has written poetry for special occasions all her life. She has been a wife and mother of 2 daughters, and in her 40s became a massage therapist and office assistant at the Claremont Club. In her early 50s, she audited a couple of poetry classes at the Claremont Colleges. That started a fire, and with bird-watching tours providing inspiration, she began writing about her travels and adventures. She was introduced to haiku in the 1990s, which took her in a new direction into Japanese poetry forms. She has over one thousand works in print, including poetry, prose, non-fiction, and photography. Her other interests include singing and playing harp and recorders. She still skis and, in the past, was an avid mountain climber, including reaching the summits of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mt. Fuji, and Mt. Whitney (three times).
Anyone who enjoys nature poetry in lyrical prose, long and short poems, haiku and tanka, and real or imagined stories and photos of flowers will enjoy both of the books Ms. Clements has written, Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing) and This Komorebi (Sunlight Filtering through Trees). Charles Hepperle was first attracted to the Santa Fe Railway during childhood vacations in the 1960’s when he would see frequent trains near Victorville, California. In high school, he taught himself photo developing at home and began writing “how-to” articles for model car and later model railroad magazines. He progressed through photo classes, receiving awards, and along the way earned a bachelor's degree in photojournalism. His long career in new product development for toy manufacturers drew on his skills in research, designing hot rod and custom vehicle toys, sales photography, building sample models, graphic design and archiving data for collectors. In retirement, he volunteers at the Western Archives of the Santa Fe Railway Historical and Modeling Society, where he has cataloged photos since 2012. He also writes books, builds models, and maintains online die-cast toy information.
Charles's book, Santa Fe Railway San Bernardino Depot, explores the depot's history. Since the 1880s, railroads have provided continuous passenger service to San Bernardino. From humble beginnings in a converted boxcar to a traditional wooden structure, and then to the current depot, it became a center of activity for the region. The current depot opened in 1918 with dramatic architecture and huge dimensions. Today, it retains its traditional appearance while still serving rail passengers and taking on new functions. A variety of out-of-the-ordinary things have happened over decades of use. It is not just a train station. In his own words, Peter Lechuga is an incendiary wordsmith, community organizer, Pushcart Prize nominee, PlantBasedgod, and Karaoke King who speaks stories of the Xicano experiences. These touch on topics of love, grief, and resistance. Peter is founder and editor of the quarterly literary journal ILL Poetry and Art Anthology. His work has been shared on college campuses and at conferences, libraries, museums and city halls and has been published in various literary journals, anthologies and magazines. In addition to his poetry collection Myth Opportunities, he is the co-author of the collaborative chapbook Billionaires for Breakfast. In his free time, he enjoys hiking in the mountains.
In his book Myth Opportunities, Peter draws from his Mexican-American upbringing in Southern California to weave together the ancient and the contemporary, blending Aztec and Greek mythology with raw, heart-wrenching stories of love, loss, resistance, and the search for meaning. With intricate rhyme schemes and lyrical finesse he transforms personal pain into powerful, timeless mythologies, inviting readers to witness the sacred and everyday in new and profound ways. The poems don’t just tell stories; they forge new myths. Joe Price is Emeritus Professor of Religious Studies at Whittier College and holds a PhD in Theology from the University of Chicago. He has written several books and serves as editor for the Sports and Religion Book Series for Mercer University Press. He lives in Claremont with his wife and has 2 grown sons.
Perfect Pitch: The National Anthem for the National Pastime debuted in 2018. To celebrate baseball and singing the national anthem at more than 100 minor league baseball parks during a single summer, Joe Price zigzagged more than 25,000 miles in an RV through 40 states. Blending baseball lore, travel, narrative, and personal memoir, it explores America through a lens of minor league baseball. The book features vignettes about each game and its unusual promotions, like a mid-inning armadillo race and a post-game human home run.
We Won: The Autobiography of a Friendship was written by Joe and his good friend Donald W. Musser. The book celebrates the half-century friendship of two puckish professors who bonded during graduate school and then cultivated their allegiance while spending their careers at institutions on opposite coasts. Unlike other books about friendship, this work is jointly authored by two friends who blend their voices throughout their story, occasionally interspersing their account with their individual voices and discrete views. Playful and thoughtful, We Won features stories about two friends’ common love for books and dogs, their passion for sports and liberal education, their work with gardening and cooking, and their engagement in multiple forms of public service Award winning author Wanda DeHaven Pyle grew up in the Flint Hills of Kansas. Her work explores the untold stories of past generations and the impact they have on those who follow.
Wanda holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Azusa Pacific University and has worked over 40 years in the field of education as a teacher, administrator and consultant. Throughout her career she has provided mentoring and support for women in leadership positions and continues to encourage women to reach their full potential. She lives in Claremont with her husband and spends her retirement years writing, traveling and volunteering her time in support of at-risk children.
The Dutchman, a historical novel, is Wanda’s fifth book. During the Golden Age in 1868, following the death of the woman he loved and their unborn child, Harke DeJong (later Hank) flees his Dutch homeland with only a packet of old love letters and a promissory note from George Washington to claim his heritage in the New World. On his voyage to America, Hank befriends a naive young man Jelle and an independent and fierce young woman Catherine, the daughter of a wealthy railroad tycoon. Hank’s initial objective is to use the promissory note as leverage to acquire lands as a homesteader in the burgeoning west, but the note itself proves a cruel temptress for the greed and aspiration of others. A key question begins to surface—is the note a panacea for a better future or an albatross around his neck?
Sayed will be presenting two books. Unveiling Injustice: Afghan Women Between Faith and Tradition is a research based non-fiction work examining the lives of Afghan women. Drawing on research and analysis, it distinguishes authentic religious teachings from harmful cultural customs. The book encourages informed dialogue about justice, education, equality, and human dignity, while offering readers a deeper understanding of Afghan society. Basbibi or Tabasum is a literary work exploring hope, resilience, and the human spirit through compelling storytelling. The word basbibi means stop giving birth to baby girls, and tabasum means smile.
Sayed writes, “I believe literature can preserve history, inspire compassion, and encourage positive social change. My books seek to give a voice to people whose stories deserve to be heard. Buying a book is not merely purchasing a few pages of paper; it is an investment in knowledge, empathy, and a brighter future. The world today has become like a small village. Let us value this freedom and this opportunity to learn, and to let us become more aware of the painful reality faced by women and girls, whose voices have not yet been heard.” Evaggelos Vallianatos, a Claremont resident, studied zoology and ancient and medieval Greek history at the University of Illinois. He earned a PhD in modern Greek and European History at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and did post doctoral studies in the history of science at Harvard University. Evaggelos is a historian and ecopolitical theorist, former analyst of the ecological and social effects of industrialized farming at Capitol Hill, Congressional Office of Technology Assessment and office of Congressman Clarence Long of Maryland, as well as analyst of the risks of pesticides and the benefits of organic farming and biological and cultural alternatives to pesticides for the US Environmental Protection Agency. In addition to authoring hundreds of articles and several books, Evaggelos has taught at the American University, George Washington University, Humboldt State University, Bard College, University of New Orleans, University of Maryland, Pitzer College, and California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.
The Earth is on fire, and Evaggelos’ book Earth on Fire: Brewing Plagues and Climate Chaos in our Backyards reveals the guilty parties. The book explains the cosmic tragedy of brewing plagues and climate chaos in our backyards, but especially in animal farms. Drawing from his Greek and American experience he presents how agriculture and civilization are vastly intertwined. In that process Evaggelos introduces the giant elephant in the room: climate change caused primarily by the burning of fossil fuels. Charlotte Van Ryswyk grew up in the Midwest, but was happily transplanted to Claremont 40 years ago. A lifelong reader, she was the librarian at Vista del Valle Elementary School where her daughters attended. She also taught instrumental music in the Claremont school district. When she retired, she started her new career as an author of books for young (and young at heart) readers. The Secret of the Moon Dial is her first book in the series Turicum Tales. Her stories are inspired by the train station in Zürich, Switzerland, where she spent two sabbatical years. Visit her website: charlottevanryswyk.com.
In The Secret of the Moon Dial, Kyra, a baby with purple cat-like eyes, is left at the Turicum train station‘s newsstand. As she grows, she feels like an outsider as her eyes are like nobody else’s. When she discovers a hidden cryptic note with a broken pocket watch left by her mother, Kyra is determined to find her. Against the advice of her best friend, she enlists the help of the curmudgeonly clockmaker to fix the watch. Mysterious Time Slips soon lead her to discover the truth about her unique identity. Kyra’s growing impatience to change her fate unintentionally sets off a series of alarming events. Will her quest to restore temporal balance to the city deprive her of her one chance to feel as though she belongs? Inspired by his parents, Leonidas at 12 years old and in sixth grade wrote his first book, creating an exciting story filled with adventure and action. When Leonidas is not writing he enjoys playing disc golf, biking, boogie boarding, as well as drawing, traveling, and spending time with his family. His favorite book series is The Last Kids on Earth, and his favorite author is Roald Dahl. His favorite food is eating In-N-Out burgers. When he grows up, he hopes to continue writing and creating stories about fantasy, action, adventure – and maybe even comics.
Leonidas’ book Flight of the Phoenix is about a 10 year-old boy named Phoenix who loses his parents when an evil dragon destroys his village, leaving him alone. As he sets off into the mysterious future he must discover his true destiny. Phoenix must face dangerous obstacles, avenge the ones he loves, all while ensuring his temper does not get the best of him. Flight of the Phoenix is the first in a planned series. It is appropriate for 7 to 11-year-olds.
*Click on the links to learn a bit more about the authors and their books. Links open in a new web browser window.
When archaeologist Dr. Cassandra Stillwell is summoned to Egypt by a former colleague, she and her assistant, Ari Morgan, are thrust into a deadly mystery. A murdered scholar, a vanished scroll written by an ancient Isis priestess, and whispers of Cleopatra‘s long-lost tomb pull them deep into the shifting sands of Aswan and Cairo. As Cass uncovers a conspiracy reaching from museum basements to government offices, Ari is called home to coastal North Carolina, where her grandmother's best friend is trapped in a nursing home with secrets of its own. Separated by continents but bound by love and loyalty, Cass and Ari each confront powerful forces determined to keep the past buried. From Philae Island’s sacred ruins to the porches of Beaufort, The Last Pharaoh is a gripping tale of danger, devotion, and the pursuit of truth. Joe Belk started writing record reviews for the Daily Texan in Austin, later expanding his scope to general entertainment writing. After graduating from the University of Texas, he wrote for a Central Texas newspaper where he introduced a weekly film column. Following graduate school, Joe had an extensive teaching career, including teaching GED classes for adult ed. He was Adult Education Teacher of the Year of 2002-2003. On the side, he performed as a drummer/vocalist in the San Antonio band I Ching Gatos. In 2018, Joe moved to Claremont, where he returned to entertainment writing and released his book A Fan’s Calendar in March 2026.
A Fan’s Calendar is a fun ride through popular culture from the 20th century to the present day. The book reflects the author's enthusiasm, as he has enjoyed and often written about music, film, and other forms of art and entertainment throughout his life. No matter your tastes, you will find overlap with this personally specific cultural appreciation of a wide variety of cinematic and musical genres and styles. The author's website is joebelk.com. Ms. Clements has written poetry for special occasions all her life. She has been a wife and mother of 2 daughters, and in her 40s became a massage therapist and office assistant at the Claremont Club. In her early 50s, she audited a couple of poetry classes at the Claremont Colleges. That started a fire, and with bird-watching tours providing inspiration, she began writing about her travels and adventures. She was introduced to haiku in the 1990s, which took her in a new direction into Japanese poetry forms. She has over one thousand works in print, including poetry, prose, non-fiction, and photography. Her other interests include singing and playing harp and recorders. She still skis and, in the past, was an avid mountain climber, including reaching the summits of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mt. Fuji, and Mt. Whitney (three times).
Anyone who enjoys nature poetry in lyrical prose, long and short poems, haiku and tanka, and real or imagined stories and photos of flowers will enjoy both of the books Ms. Clements has written, Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing) and This Komorebi (Sunlight Filtering through Trees). Charles Hepperle was first attracted to the Santa Fe Railway during childhood vacations in the 1960’s when he would see frequent trains near Victorville, California. In high school, he taught himself photo developing at home and began writing “how-to” articles for model car and later model railroad magazines. He progressed through photo classes, receiving awards, and along the way earned a bachelor's degree in photojournalism. His long career in new product development for toy manufacturers drew on his skills in research, designing hot rod and custom vehicle toys, sales photography, building sample models, graphic design and archiving data for collectors. In retirement, he volunteers at the Western Archives of the Santa Fe Railway Historical and Modeling Society, where he has cataloged photos since 2012. He also writes books, builds models, and maintains online die-cast toy information.
Charles's book, Santa Fe Railway San Bernardino Depot, explores the depot's history. Since the 1880s, railroads have provided continuous passenger service to San Bernardino. From humble beginnings in a converted boxcar to a traditional wooden structure, and then to the current depot, it became a center of activity for the region. The current depot opened in 1918 with dramatic architecture and huge dimensions. Today, it retains its traditional appearance while still serving rail passengers and taking on new functions. A variety of out-of-the-ordinary things have happened over decades of use. It is not just a train station. In his own words, Peter Lechuga is an incendiary wordsmith, community organizer, Pushcart Prize nominee, PlantBasedgod, and Karaoke King who speaks stories of the Xicano experiences. These touch on topics of love, grief, and resistance. Peter is founder and editor of the quarterly literary journal ILL Poetry and Art Anthology. His work has been shared on college campuses and at conferences, libraries, museums and city halls and has been published in various literary journals, anthologies and magazines. In addition to his poetry collection Myth Opportunities, he is the co-author of the collaborative chapbook Billionaires for Breakfast. In his free time, he enjoys hiking in the mountains.
In his book Myth Opportunities, Peter draws from his Mexican-American upbringing in Southern California to weave together the ancient and the contemporary, blending Aztec and Greek mythology with raw, heart-wrenching stories of love, loss, resistance, and the search for meaning. With intricate rhyme schemes and lyrical finesse he transforms personal pain into powerful, timeless mythologies, inviting readers to witness the sacred and everyday in new and profound ways. The poems don’t just tell stories; they forge new myths. Joe Price is Emeritus Professor of Religious Studies at Whittier College and holds a PhD in Theology from the University of Chicago. He has written several books and serves as editor for the Sports and Religion Book Series for Mercer University Press. He lives in Claremont with his wife and has 2 grown sons.
Perfect Pitch: The National Anthem for the National Pastime debuted in 2018. To celebrate baseball and singing the national anthem at more than 100 minor league baseball parks during a single summer, Joe Price zigzagged more than 25,000 miles in an RV through 40 states. Blending baseball lore, travel, narrative, and personal memoir, it explores America through a lens of minor league baseball. The book features vignettes about each game and its unusual promotions, like a mid-inning armadillo race and a post-game human home run.
We Won: The Autobiography of a Friendship was written by Joe and his good friend Donald W. Musser. The book celebrates the half-century friendship of two puckish professors who bonded during graduate school and then cultivated their allegiance while spending their careers at institutions on opposite coasts. Unlike other books about friendship, this work is jointly authored by two friends who blend their voices throughout their story, occasionally interspersing their account with their individual voices and discrete views. Playful and thoughtful, We Won features stories about two friends’ common love for books and dogs, their passion for sports and liberal education, their work with gardening and cooking, and their engagement in multiple forms of public service Award winning author Wanda DeHaven Pyle grew up in the Flint Hills of Kansas. Her work explores the untold stories of past generations and the impact they have on those who follow.
Wanda holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Azusa Pacific University and has worked over 40 years in the field of education as a teacher, administrator and consultant. Throughout her career she has provided mentoring and support for women in leadership positions and continues to encourage women to reach their full potential. She lives in Claremont with her husband and spends her retirement years writing, traveling and volunteering her time in support of at-risk children.
The Dutchman, a historical novel, is Wanda’s fifth book. During the Golden Age in 1868, following the death of the woman he loved and their unborn child, Harke DeJong (later Hank) flees his Dutch homeland with only a packet of old love letters and a promissory note from George Washington to claim his heritage in the New World. On his voyage to America, Hank befriends a naive young man Jelle and an independent and fierce young woman Catherine, the daughter of a wealthy railroad tycoon. Hank’s initial objective is to use the promissory note as leverage to acquire lands as a homesteader in the burgeoning west, but the note itself proves a cruel temptress for the greed and aspiration of others. A key question begins to surface—is the note a panacea for a better future or an albatross around his neck?
- Sayed Nabil Ullah Shamim
Sayed will be presenting two books. Unveiling Injustice: Afghan Women Between Faith and Tradition is a research based non-fiction work examining the lives of Afghan women. Drawing on research and analysis, it distinguishes authentic religious teachings from harmful cultural customs. The book encourages informed dialogue about justice, education, equality, and human dignity, while offering readers a deeper understanding of Afghan society. Basbibi or Tabasum is a literary work exploring hope, resilience, and the human spirit through compelling storytelling. The word basbibi means stop giving birth to baby girls, and tabasum means smile.
Sayed writes, “I believe literature can preserve history, inspire compassion, and encourage positive social change. My books seek to give a voice to people whose stories deserve to be heard. Buying a book is not merely purchasing a few pages of paper; it is an investment in knowledge, empathy, and a brighter future. The world today has become like a small village. Let us value this freedom and this opportunity to learn, and to let us become more aware of the painful reality faced by women and girls, whose voices have not yet been heard.” Evaggelos Vallianatos, a Claremont resident, studied zoology and ancient and medieval Greek history at the University of Illinois. He earned a PhD in modern Greek and European History at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and did post doctoral studies in the history of science at Harvard University. Evaggelos is a historian and ecopolitical theorist, former analyst of the ecological and social effects of industrialized farming at Capitol Hill, Congressional Office of Technology Assessment and office of Congressman Clarence Long of Maryland, as well as analyst of the risks of pesticides and the benefits of organic farming and biological and cultural alternatives to pesticides for the US Environmental Protection Agency. In addition to authoring hundreds of articles and several books, Evaggelos has taught at the American University, George Washington University, Humboldt State University, Bard College, University of New Orleans, University of Maryland, Pitzer College, and California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.
The Earth is on fire, and Evaggelos’ book Earth on Fire: Brewing Plagues and Climate Chaos in our Backyards reveals the guilty parties. The book explains the cosmic tragedy of brewing plagues and climate chaos in our backyards, but especially in animal farms. Drawing from his Greek and American experience he presents how agriculture and civilization are vastly intertwined. In that process Evaggelos introduces the giant elephant in the room: climate change caused primarily by the burning of fossil fuels. Charlotte Van Ryswyk grew up in the Midwest, but was happily transplanted to Claremont 40 years ago. A lifelong reader, she was the librarian at Vista del Valle Elementary School where her daughters attended. She also taught instrumental music in the Claremont school district. When she retired, she started her new career as an author of books for young (and young at heart) readers. The Secret of the Moon Dial is her first book in the series Turicum Tales. Her stories are inspired by the train station in Zürich, Switzerland, where she spent two sabbatical years. Visit her website: charlottevanryswyk.com.
In The Secret of the Moon Dial, Kyra, a baby with purple cat-like eyes, is left at the Turicum train station‘s newsstand. As she grows, she feels like an outsider as her eyes are like nobody else’s. When she discovers a hidden cryptic note with a broken pocket watch left by her mother, Kyra is determined to find her. Against the advice of her best friend, she enlists the help of the curmudgeonly clockmaker to fix the watch. Mysterious Time Slips soon lead her to discover the truth about her unique identity. Kyra’s growing impatience to change her fate unintentionally sets off a series of alarming events. Will her quest to restore temporal balance to the city deprive her of her one chance to feel as though she belongs? Inspired by his parents, Leonidas at 12 years old and in sixth grade wrote his first book, creating an exciting story filled with adventure and action. When Leonidas is not writing he enjoys playing disc golf, biking, boogie boarding, as well as drawing, traveling, and spending time with his family. His favorite book series is The Last Kids on Earth, and his favorite author is Roald Dahl. His favorite food is eating In-N-Out burgers. When he grows up, he hopes to continue writing and creating stories about fantasy, action, adventure – and maybe even comics.
Leonidas’ book Flight of the Phoenix is about a 10 year-old boy named Phoenix who loses his parents when an evil dragon destroys his village, leaving him alone. As he sets off into the mysterious future he must discover his true destiny. Phoenix must face dangerous obstacles, avenge the ones he loves, all while ensuring his temper does not get the best of him. Flight of the Phoenix is the first in a planned series. It is appropriate for 7 to 11-year-olds.
*Click on the links to learn a bit more about the authors and their books. Links open in a new web browser window.
Check out the 2026 Claremont Authors Display in the Library lobby!
About the Claremont Authors Collection
Since 2007, the Friends of the Claremont Library have been developing a collection devoted to the works of significant writers who have resided in Claremont or have an association with the city. Judy Wright, the late Claremont historian, originally conceived the idea for the collection. Under an agreement with the County of Los Angeles Public Library, the Friends fully own the cataloged collection.
This unique collection is permanently housed in the Claremont Authors Room in the library. You can view the collection catalog online using these instructions.
We welcome additional donations to the collection and accept books, manuscripts and ephemera by Claremont authors that meet the following guidelines:
Please note that any donated materials will be accepted at the discretion of the Friends' Claremont Authors Committee. If you would like to donate, please contact: [email protected]
Since 2007, the Friends of the Claremont Library have been developing a collection devoted to the works of significant writers who have resided in Claremont or have an association with the city. Judy Wright, the late Claremont historian, originally conceived the idea for the collection. Under an agreement with the County of Los Angeles Public Library, the Friends fully own the cataloged collection.
This unique collection is permanently housed in the Claremont Authors Room in the library. You can view the collection catalog online using these instructions.
We welcome additional donations to the collection and accept books, manuscripts and ephemera by Claremont authors that meet the following guidelines:
- Books by Claremont authors must be published in more than one copy, bound in a volume or volumes and be available to the public through purchase or donation.
- Manuscripts by Claremont authors must be unique items, such as letters or unpublished works.
- Ephemera by Claremont authors are works directly related to Claremont authors, such as magazine reprints of an author's work, pamphlets containing an author's work, postcards, bookplates, or other materials owned by the author or depicting their work.
Please note that any donated materials will be accepted at the discretion of the Friends' Claremont Authors Committee. If you would like to donate, please contact: [email protected]