Small Wonders Press & Events

I wrote Small Wonders to name and celebrate the pocket-sized joys, daily rituals, and ordinary moments that shape a meaningful life. The conversations and connections that grew around the book became their own web of wonder. This page gathers highlights from the tour, along with press, interviews, and information about future speaking engagements.

Thank you to every bookstore, host, reader, podcast, and publication that welcomed me and this book.

Press & interviews · Book tour archive · Speaking & media inquiries

Critical Acclaim

“Original, exceptional, heartfelt and heart-healing…an ideal guide to finding happiness and comfort in life’s everyday moments.”

— Midwest Book Review

“One of ‘10 New Books Everyone Will Be Talking About This May.’”

— Southern Living

As Seen In

Read Southern Living’s feature on Small Wonders
Read Jen Shoop’s feature in She Writes Magazine
Read Jen Shoop's feature in Writer's Digest
Read Jen Shoop's feature in Danrie.
Read Jen Shoop’s feature in BookTrib

Select TV & Podcast Appearances

Watch Jen Shoop discuss Small Wonders on Palmetto Life

Small Wonders Book Tour Archive

Conversations, connections, and moments from the Small Wonders book tour.

Alexandria, VA — Old Town Books

October 21, 2026

In conversation with Jacqueline Bond of Lit Society, hosted at Old Town Books.

Jen Shoop and Jacqueline Bond seated before an audience among bookshelves and painted trees at Old Town Books.
In conversation with Jacqueline Bond of Lit Society at Old Town Books.
More photos from Alexandria
Jacqueline Bond and Jen Shoop smiling together, with Jen holding Small Wonders, at Old Town Books.
With Jacqueline Bond of Lit Society.
Jen Shoop signing a book while talking with a reader at Old Town Books in Alexandria.
Signing Small Wonders in Old Town.
Jen Shoop seated and talking with a standing reader beside the bookshelves at Old Town Books in Alexandria.
Time to talk with readers at Old Town Books.

Middleburg, VA — Castle Gallery

October 9, 2026

In conversation with Mary Beth Morell of Middleburg Books, who organized the evening. With thanks to Catherine Dolaher for welcoming us to Castle Gallery.

Jen Shoop and Mary Beth Morell speaking with an audience seated around them at Castle Gallery in Middleburg.
An evening of conversation at Castle Gallery.
More photos from Middleburg
Mary Beth Morell and Jen Shoop seated in conversation at Castle Gallery, with flowers and artwork behind them.
In conversation with Mary Beth Morell of Middleburg Books.
Jen Shoop standing outside Castle Gallery in Middleburg, beside its storefront sign and open flag.
Arriving at Castle Gallery in Middleburg.
Jen Shoop signing a copy of Small Wonders at a table with a reader at Castle Gallery.
Signing copies of Small Wonders in Middleburg.
Mary Beth Morell and Jen Shoop smiling together at Castle Gallery in Middleburg.
With Mary Beth Morell, who brought our Middleburg evening together.
Jen Shoop holding books and talking with guests in front of colorful paintings at Castle Gallery.
My favorite part: conversations with readers.

Crozet, VA — Bluebird & Co

October 8, 2026

In conversation with Marion Meythaler of Mamey Design, hosted by Flannery Buchanan and Bluebird & Co.

Jen Shoop and Marion Meythaler seated in blue armchairs during their Small Wonders conversation at Bluebird & Co.
In conversation with Marion Meythaler at Bluebird & Co.
More photos from Crozet
Marion Meythaler and Jen Shoop smiling together at Bluebird & Co in Crozet.
With Marion Meythaler of Mamey Design.
Guests talking and holding books inside Bluebird & Co during the Crozet Small Wonders event.
Readers gathering at Bluebird & Co.
Flannery Buchanan speaking with Jen Shoop beside the bookshelves at Bluebird & Co in Crozet.
With our Crozet host, Flannery Buchanan of Bluebird & Co.
Copies of Small Wonders beneath an event invitation at Bluebird & Co in Crozet.
Bluebird & Co’s welcome for Small Wonders.

Raleigh, NC — Inslee’s Studio

October 1, 2026

In conversation with artist Inslee Fariss, who hosted the evening in her Raleigh studio.

Inslee Fariss and Jen Shoop seated beside floral artwork during the Raleigh Small Wonders event.
In conversation with Inslee Fariss.
More photos from Raleigh
Jen Shoop and Inslee Fariss smiling together and holding books in Inslee’s Raleigh studio.
With artist and host Inslee Fariss in her Raleigh studio.
Jen Shoop beside a Small Wonders book display and framed floral artwork in Inslee Fariss’s Raleigh studio.
Small Wonders among Inslee’s flowers.
Close-up of Jen Shoop writing an inscription in a copy of Small Wonders at the Raleigh event.
A few words to send home with a reader.
Jen Shoop and Inslee Fariss embracing beside floral artwork in Inslee’s Raleigh studio.
A hug for our Raleigh host, Inslee Fariss.
A stack of Small Wonders books held in a guest’s arms at the Raleigh tour stop.
Small Wonders, ready to go home with readers.
Close-up of Jen Shoop holding Small Wonders with its floral cover facing the camera.
Small Wonders in Raleigh.

Washington, DC — Politics & Prose

May 21, 2026

In conversation with Chesley McCarty at Politics & Prose, Eastern Market, Washington, DC.

Jen Shoop and Chesley McCarty speaking to a crowd at Politics and Prose
A dream come true: speaking at the bookstore I grew up buying books from!
More photos from Politics & Prose
Jen Shoop speaking at her Small Wonders book event at Politics & Prose in Washington DC
Chesley interviews me at Politics and Prose
Jen and Chesley
Cheers to Small Wonders!
Standing room only at Politics & Prose in DC
Reading “Synonyms” from Small Wonders
Signing books at Politics and Prose.
Q+A with Magpie readers
Q+A with Magpie readers

New York, NY — Ann Mashburn

April 22, 2026

In conversation with Alison Kenworthy of Homeworthy at Ann Mashburn on the Upper East Side.

Alison Kenworthy, Ann Mashburn, and Jen Shoop at the Small Wonders event in New York City.
Flanked by two women of substance, Ann and Alison
More photos from New York
Audience members at the Small Wonders book tour event held at Ann Mashburn in NYC
An incredible audience at Ann Mashburn in NYC
I love Ann’s energy!
Beautiful display at Ann Mashburn, NYC
Alison, Ann, and I comparing notes
Reading ’10 I Love Yous’ at Ann Mashburn (NYC)

Charleston, SC — Ladybird Books

April 16, 2026 · Sold out

In conversation with Grace Atwood of The Stripe at Ladybird Books, with an introduction by Jillian Eversole.

Jen Shoop with Grace Atwood and Jillian Eversole in front of the bookshelves at Ladybird Books in Charleston.
With Grace Atwood of The Stripe and Jillian Eversole at Ladybird Books in Charleston.
More photos from Charleston
Grace and Jen in conversation at Ladybird Books (Charleston)
Small Wonders in the “How to Be a Human” section of Ladybird Books
Getting ready to start
Jen at Ladybird Books
Dedication to my Dad

More from the tour

View more tour stops and behind-the-scenes moments
The first stop on the tour – Wonderland Books in my hometown
My favorite part of the tour: chatting with Magpies
Jen Shoop signing copies of Small Wonders at Wonderland Books.
Jen on the set of Palmetto Life.
So grateful to you, Jacqueline
Reading an excerpt from Small Wonders at Propper Topper in DC

Book Jen Shoop for Speaking Events

Jennifer Shoop is available for select speaking engagements, literary events, podcast interviews, panel discussions, book clubs, and brand or community conversations centered around creativity, storytelling, modern womanhood, personal style, and finding beauty in everyday life.

Recent appearances have included bookstore conversations, writing workshops, media interviews, and discussions surrounding Small Wonders: A Field Guide to Life’s Quiet Joys.

Speaking & discussion topics

  • The art of noticing and cultivating joy in everyday life
  • Creative rituals, the craft of writing, and the power of specificity
  • Building a meaningful life through ritual, style, and intentional living
  • Motherhood and matrescence
  • Personal storytelling and memoir-adjacent writing
  • Reading, repeat reading, and literary discourse around upmarket contemporary fiction
  • Pursuing a creative career and entrepreneurship in the digital creative space

Partnerships

Jennifer is especially interested in partnering with:

  • Bookstores and literary festivals
  • Women’s organizations and community groups
  • Universities and writing programs
  • Lifestyle and creative brands
  • Podcasts and editorial platforms
  • Book clubs and reader communities

For speaking inquiries, media requests, or collaboration opportunities: hello@magpiebyjenshoop.com

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