Join MonkeyKat Books for an unforgettable evening with New York Times bestselling author, Scott Reintgen, creator of the beloved Dragonships series, at the historic Temple Theater in Sanford, North Carolina! This special event kicks off Dragonfest—the official celebration of MonkeyKat Books’ second anniversary—with an epic night of stories, dragons, and community. Fans will hear from Scott Reintgen about his writing journey, what it takes to create unforgettable adventures, and the world of Dragonships (including an inside look at the third and final installment of the series, The Void Dragons, coming out October 6, 2026!). The evening will also include audience Q&A opportunities, book signing, and plenty of surprises to launch our biggest celebration yet! Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Dragonships series or discovering Scott Reintgen for the first time, this is a can’t-miss event for readers of all ages! WHEN: Saturday, July 25th at 6pm WHERE: Temple Theater, 120 Carthage Street, Sanford, NC 27330 TICKETS are $30 (+tax) and include your seat as well as your choice of a copy of either The Last Dragon on Mars or The Rise of Neptune! **Feel free to bring up to three books for Scott to sign at the event! Come celebrate stories, dragons, and two amazing years of MonkeyKat Books at the start of Dragonfest! ABOUT THE DRAGONSHIPS SERIES Scott Reintgen’s Dragonships series is an action-packed, midde-grade sci-fi fantasy adventure that blends dragons, space travel, and survival in a thrilling universe unlike any other. Set in a future where every planet, moon, and star has its own dragon, the series follows Lunar Jones, a boy struggling to survive on a dying Mars. When Lunar discovers Dread, the last dragon hidden beneath the Martian surface, everything changes. Suddenly thrust into the role of dragon rider and reluctant hero, Lunar must unite allies, uncover ancient secrets, and battle powerful enemies threatening not just Mars, but the entire solar system. Filled with epic dragon battles, daring space missions, unforgettable friendships, and nonstop adventure, the Dragonships series has become a favorite among readers who love Eragon, Skandar, and high-stakes fantasy with a sci-fi twist. ABOUT SCOTT Scott Reintgen is a former public school teacher from North Carolina. When he’s not writing, he uses his imagination to entertain his wife, Katie, and their three children. Scott is the New York Times bestselling author of the Waxways series, the Nyxia trilogy, the Dragonships series, and the Celia Cleary series for younger readers. You can find him on Instagram @Reintgen, on X @Scott_Thought, or on his website at ItsPronouncedRankin.com.