Author Visit
2026 Author Visit: Edward Kelsey Moore

Anderson Public Library is excited to host author Edward Kelsey Moore for a special community event. This visit is part of our goal to bring unique cultural experiences to our community!
Moore is the author of the celebrated book and movie "The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat." During this event, he will share what motivated him to write the novel, his writing process, and his experiences seeing his work adapted for the screen.
Join us for an afternoon of storytelling and conversation as we explore the humor and heart of Moore’s work!
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
- Time: 2–4:30pm
- Location: Anderson Public Library in the Chief Anderson Room on the Third Floor (111 E 12th Street, Anderson, IN)
- Cost: FREE - This event is free and open to the public!
- Registration is required on the calendar: andersonlibrary.net/events
Schedule
- 2–3:30pm: Author talk including a Q&A session
- 3:30–4:30pm: Book signing and reception
About the Author

Edward Kelsey Moore is the author of the New York Times and international bestselling novel "The Supremes At Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat" and a second Supremes novel, "The Supremes Sing the Happy Heartache Blues." He was awarded the First Novelist Award by the Black Caucus of the American Library Association and received an Illinois Arts Council award.
In addition to writing and storytelling, Edward maintains a career as a professional cellist. His playing has been featured on multiple classical, pop, and jazz recordings, and he has toured both nationally and internationally.

About the Book
"The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat" (2013)
This diner in Plainview, Indiana is home away from home for Odette, Clarice, and Barbara Jean. Dubbed “The Supremes” by high school pals in the tumultuous 1960s, they’ve weathered life’s storms for over four decades and counseled one another through marriage and children, happiness and the blues
Now, however, they’re about to face their most challenging year yet. Proud, talented Clarice is struggling to keep up appearances as she deals with her husband’s humiliating infidelities; beautiful Barbara Jean is rocked by the tragic reverberations of a youthful love affair; and fearless Odette is about to embark on the most terrifying battle of her life.
With wit, style and sublime talent, Edward Kelsey Moore brings together three devoted allies in a warmhearted novel that celebrates female friendship and second chances.
