Fairhope Public Library will offer two opportunities for local readers and writers to gather in October, including a discussion with local horror author Greta T. Bates and a poetry open mic hosted by local poet and author Deb Hackbarth.

Bates will discuss her new book, “Spare Nothing,” from 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, in the Giddens Conference Room at the Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Ave.

Bates is a horror author who embraces the genre year-round, not just during October. She has published more than 20 titles, including the novels “Wounded” and “Hazed.” Her short stories have appeared in “Horror Scope-A Zodiac Anthology,” “Pretty Girls Make Graves,” “Till the Yule Log Burns Out” and “Dolls in the Attic.”

The library also will host a Poetry Open Mic Night from 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26. The event will feature local poets and will be hosted by Hackbarth.

The free event is open to all, and participants are invited to bring a poem to read, whether it is famous, obscure or their own work. Registration is required for anyone planning to read. Registration can be completed by calling (251) 929-1464 or visiting the Fairhope Public Library Reference Desk.

Both events will be held at the library at 501 Fairhope Ave. in Fairhope.

For more information, visit https://fairhopelibrary.org.