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COME BE PART OF THE STORY

Events & Gallery

Follow Rachel’s upcoming appearances, school visits, library programs, community talks, launches, and events connected to TUFTED. 

This page also preserves a visual record of the research, partnerships, historical places, classrooms, readers, and community moments that continue to shape the story.

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Author Event at Neighborly Books

Saturday, October 17, 2026
10:00 a.m.–noon
Maryville, Tennessee

Anna Belle Smith Literary Festival

Saturday, October 24, 2026
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Blount County Public Library
Maryville, Tennessee
Rachel Smalley’s participation is pending confirmation.

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More events are being added. Follow @readrachelsbooks and @hillbettybooks, or contact Rachel about a school, library, community, or speaking event. 

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CONTACT RACHEL