First-time Houston novelist Kimberly Frost is launching The Would-Be Witch, the first in her series of Southern witch books. Described as a paranormal romance, Would-Be Witch is the story of Tammy Jo Trask, a young witch living in a small Texas town. Sadly, Tammy Jo seems to be devoid of any magical powers. Caught up in the search for a stolen family heirloom, all Tammy Jo has is her spunk and a friendly ghost to rely on. 6:30 p.m. Murder by the Book, 2342 Bissonnet. For information, call 713-524-8597 or visit www.murderbooks.com. Free.

Wed., Feb. 4, 6:30 p.m., 2009