Empire of the Dawn: Jay Kristoff in conversation with Devney Perry

Join #1 internationally bestselling author Jay Kristoff on tour for Empire of the Dawn, the blood-soaked, emotionally devastating finale to his Empire of the Vampire series. For one night only in Shepherdstown, WV, Kristoff takes the stage to talk vampires, vengeance, and the stories that refuse to let us go.
He’ll be joined by Devney Perry, #1 New York Times bestselling romance author, whose romantasy debut Shield of Sparrows delivers cursed realms, monster hunters, and a warrior princess who decides she’s done playing nice.
This is what happens when fantasy and romantasy collide—with bite.
📍 Frank Arts Center, Shepherd University
📅 Sunday, November 9, 2025
🕔 Check-in opens at 5:00 PM
🎤 Event begins at 7:30 PM
TICKETS REQUIRED

• Limited Admission-only ticket: $15
• Book + Admission Bundles encouraged
• Limited seating—this event will sell out

EVENT INCLUDES:

• A live on-stage conversation between Jay Kristoff and Devney Perry
• Prescreened Audience Q&A
• Book signing to follow
• Themed Book Fair with additional titles and exclusive merch

CHECK-IN & ENTRY

• Attendees will be assigned specific check in times & are encouraged to check in during their assigned time slot (emailed in advance)
• No seat saving—after check-in, grab your wristband + books and explore the Book Fair
• Check-in lines split by last name:
• A–L & M–Z
• Early Check-In available the day before at Four Seasons Books (includes book pickup + 10% off in-store coupon)
• Wristbands are required for venue entry

SIGNING & PHOTO GUIDELINES

• Signing will take place after the event
• Signing line will be called row by row
• ADA accommodations will be prioritized
• Signing cards provided at check-in
• Personalizations limited to first name only

Outside Book Limits:

• Jay Kristoff: Up to 2 outside books per attendee
• Devney Perry: Up to 1 outside book per attendee

(Outside books are in addition to your included Book + Admission copies)
Photos with authors are permitted

• No hugs, handshakes, or physical contact
• Event volunteers will assist with photo ops. 

Questions?
Email [email protected]

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The sequel to Devney Perry's #1 New York Times-bestselling SHIELD OF SPARROWS, a swoon-worthy romantic fantasy filled with legends and monsters, is The Witcher meets Cinderella.

FOUR SEASONS BOOKS EVENT EXCLUSIVE PREORDER BOOK PLATE INCLUDED

Devney is a Wall Street Journal, USA Today and #1 Amazon bestselling author. Born and raised in Montana, she loves writing books set in her treasured home state. After working in the technology industry for nearly a decade, she abandoned conference calls and project schedules to enjoy a slower pace at home with her husband and two sons. Writing one book, let alone many, was not something she ever expected to do. But now that she’s discovered her true passion for writing romance, she has no plans to ever stop. devneyperry.com

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