Roger Fry, author of “The Chronicles of John Grant,” will visit the Great Bend Public Library on Wednesday, Dec. 18, to launch his new book. The event will begin with a book reading at 6 p.m. This will be followed by a book signing. Copies of the book will be available for sale. For more information visit the library’s website, greatbendpl.info, or call the library, 792-2409.