You can find some of my upcoming events below.
The Ice on the Lake Book Launch Tour
Starting in March, I’ll be hopping around Minnesota for the launch tour celebrating my debut novel The Ice on the Lake (Blackstone, March 10, 2026). Click through the links below for tickets and event details. I’d love to see you and sign a copy of the book!
SATURDAY, APRIL 25th Duluth, MN
Signing: Zenith Bookstore (Independent Bookstore Day Signing)
This is a casual meet-and-greet signing as part of Independent Bookstore Day. Alex will be signing copies and chatting with readers—no formal reading or program. Great low-pressure way to connect with folks celebrating indie bookstores.
Event Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM CT
Location: Zenith Bookstore (318 N Central Ave, Duluth, MN 55807)
Host Bookstore: Zenith Bookstore (218) 464-3117
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TUESDAY, MARCH 10th Duluth, MN
Bookstore at Fitger’s Launch Event
This is the official launch party for The Ice on the Lake. Join Alex for this exciting event in conversation with Peter Geye.
Event Time: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM CT (6:00 PM Social, 6:30 Program, Book Signing to Follow)
Location: August Fitger’s Room (600 E Superior St, Duluth, MN 55802)
Host Bookstore: Bookstore at Fitger’s (218) 727-9077
Event Listing: Event listing Books available for purchase.
THURSDAY, MARCH 12th Excelsior, MN
Free public event as part of the book launch tour. Alex will be in conversation with former Excelsior Bay Books owner, Ann Woodbeck.
Event Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM CT
Location: Mount Calvary Lutheran Church (301 County Rd 19, Excelsior, MN 55331)
Host Bookstore: Excelsior Bay Books (952..)
Event Listing: Event listing + RSVP
MONDAY, MARCH 16th Columbia Heights, MN
Event: Columbia Heights Library
A free public event featuring Alex presenting and reading from The Ice on the Lake, followed by Q&A and book signing.
Event Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30/7:00 PM CT
Location: Columbia Heights Library (3939 Central Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421)
Host Organization: Columbia Heights Public Library (763) 706-3690
TUESDAY, MARCH 24th Duluth, MN
Event: Panel discussion at UMD: Bridging Classroom to Career: Panel of Local Professionals in the Arts and Humanities Talk about Writing in their Fields
Alex will be a panelist on this free public event Bridging Classroom to Career: Panel of Local Professionals in the Arts and Humanities Talk about Writing in their Fields Presented by The College & Advanced Writing Program Sponsored by ELWS
Event Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00PM CT
Location: UMD Kathryn A. Martin Library, 416 Library Drive, Duluth, MN 55812
Host Organization: UMD Department of English, Linguistics and Writing Studies (218) 726-6120
THURSDAY, MARCH 26th Duluth, MN
Event: Alex Messenger Presents THE ICE ON THE LAKE at University of Minnesota Duluth
A free public event featuring Alex presenting and reading from The Ice on the Lake, followed by Q&A and book signing.
Event Time: 4:30 PM – 5:30PM CT
Location: Lower Level Bookstore, University of Minnesota Duluth (1120 Kirby Drive, Duluth, MN 55812 )
Host Organization: UMD Stores (218) 726-7286
SUNDAY, APRIL 19th Northfield, MN
After rescheduling my book talk about a man surviving a blizzard because of an actual blizzard, my visit to Content Bookstore in Northfield has been set for Sunday, April 19!
This stop on the launch tour features a live conversation between Alex and Minnesota author Allen Eskens, exploring place, survival, and the emotional terrain behind The Ice on the Lake. Expect a thoughtful, story-driven discussion with audience Q&A.
Event Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM CT
Location: Content Bookstore (314 Division St S, Suite 1, Northfield, MN 55057)
Host Bookstore: Content Bookstore (507) 301-4116
Event Listing: Event listing
Original book launch tour graphic