Host Your Own Book Author Private Event

Host Your Own Book Author Private Event 📚

Book signings, launch parties and author nights inside McAllen's happiest boutique!

Authors Who've Celebrated at CHICA 📚

We've proudly hosted bestselling author Giselle Mascarenhas (She Forgot She Was Free) and Dr. Esther Akindayomi Jackson (Joy Flows) for unforgettable evenings of reading, signing & celebrating!

An Evening with Giselle Mascarenhas at CHICA Boutique — Giselle Mascarenhas — She Forgot She Was Free · July 2026

An Evening of Joy with Dr. Esther Akindayomi Jackson at CHICA Boutique — Dr. Esther Akindayomi Jackson — Joy Flows · October 2026

Chica presents

STORIES & SIGNATURES

A WOMEN'S AUTHOR SHOWCASE

Moments from Giselle's Author Night 📸

Real moments from An Evening with Giselle at CHICA — tap any photo to see it big!

Giselle Mascarenhas signing a book at CHICA

Giselle signing books at her CHICA author table

Guests' seating set for the author reading at CHICA

Refreshment table with Just One More Chapter neon sign

Giselle reading from She Forgot She Was Free at CHICA

Giselle personalizing a signed copy at CHICA

Author Event Questions & FAQs

How do I book my author event?

Text us at (956) 907-5611 or send the request form below! We'll chat about your book, your date, and how you'd love your evening to look.

When can author events be held?

Author events are private evening events planned together with you — Giselle's and Dr. Esther's events both ran 6:00–8:00 PM. Text us your ideal date and we'll make it happen!

Do my guests pay to attend?

No — both author events we've hosted were FREE for guests to attend. Hosting details are handled one-on-one by text, so reach out and let's plan yours!

Can I sell and sign my books at the event?

Yes! That's the heart of it — your books will be available for purchase at the event, with a signing table set up so every reader leaves with a signed copy.

Can I bring food, drinks & decor?

Absolutely! Bring your own snacks, drinks, cake & decor — we provide the table setup for your food, plus an ice chest, fridge & freezer on site.

How many people can come?

CHICA is a cozy boutique space, perfect for intimate, heartfelt events. Tell us how many readers you're expecting and we'll set the space up beautifully for your crowd.