Book Tour & Events
Join Author Francene Mary Diane Hill
Experience the legacy in person. Francene is actively touring to share the inspiring story of Tiny Tots in Tiaras and Tuxedos: The Life, Love, and Business Success of Kermit B. Hill," answer reader questions, and sign author copies.
📚Bring your copy or grab one at any of these book launch events - and don't miss your chance to meet the author in person!
Kirkus Reviews calls the book "an accessible, valuable addition to the histories of Black businesswomen in America."
2026 Book Events
november 3, 2026 - Black Authors Matter TV
Take a break from Election Night and join me and 3 other amazing writers on the award-winning Black Authors Matter TV! 
We’ll be streaming LIVE at 8 PM EST / 7 PM CST on the National Black Book Festival’s Facebook page!
https://www.facebook.com/share/1BizCcTGGU/?mibextid=wwXIfr
I’ll be discussing my book, Tiny Tots in Tiaras and Tuxedos: The Life, Love, and Business Success of Kermit B. Hill 
— a celebration of Black history, entrepreneurship, and the legacy of crowning Black children as kings and queens in royal coronations. 
Tune in, get your copy, and help spread the word!
November 22, 2026 - 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Francene Mary Diane Hill is featured at the Montgomery County Public Library's 2nd Annual Local Author Showcase at Wheaton Community Recreation Center, 11701 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902,
Stop by to discover Tots in Tiaras and Tuxedos: The Life, Love, and Business Success of Kermit B. Hill, a creative biography about her mother's incredible story. Grab your copy and get it personally signed by the author!
See What You Missed
National Black Book Festival
October 22-24, 2026: Book Giveaway. 10 signed copies of Tiny Tots in Tiaras and Tuxedos: The Life, Love, and Business Success of Kermit B. Hill were given to 10 Book Clubs at the NBBF Annual Conference in Houston, TX
wonderland author showcase
October 8, 2026: Francene Mary Diane Hill was featured at the first Wonderland Books Local Author Showcase at The Cordell in Bethesda, MD
Guest Author Reading
Carroll Book Festival
Carroll Book Festival
September 26, 2026: Francene Mary Diane Hill joined fellow author James Kleiger at The Writer's Center, 4508 Walsh St, Bethesda, MD to read excerpts from his new book at The Writer's Center in Bethesda, MD
Carroll Book Festival
Carroll Book Festival
Carroll Book Festival
September 19, 2026: Francene Mary Diane Hill appeared at the inaugural Carroll Book Festival at Carroll Farm Museum in Westminster, MD
Meet Me in St. Louis Book Tour
May 2, 2026, 3 - 4:30 pm - Central Library
Tiny Tot Celebration at St. Louis Central Library
Carnegie Room, 3rd Floor
St. Louis Public Library, 1301 Olive St, St Louis, MO, 63103
Thank you St. Louis!❤️ My heart is full from the warm reception I received in my hometown 🥰 The Tiny Tot Celebration brought together alumni of all ages, each sharing cherished memories and photos from Tiny Tot School of St. Louis, Inc. Guests received exclusive Tiny Tot Alum pins, along with tiaras and bow ties in honor of the Tiny Tots in Tiaras and Tuxedos book event.
The celebration was even captured on film by Tiny Tot alum Keith L.—stay tuned! 🤩
May 2, 2026, 12-2 pm - Barnes & Noble
Author Signing at Barnes & Noble Bookstore
8871 Ladue Road, St. Louis, MO 63124
Tiny Tots in Tiaras and Tuxedos’ Book Signing at Barnes & Noble Ladue 📚 Thanks for all the Tiny Tot alum & St. Louis book lovers who came out to support & grab a signed copy! 🥰🤗
April 30 , 2026, 6-7 pm - Subterranean Books
Author Talk at Subterranean Books
6271 Delmar Blvd., University City, MO 63130
What an incredible kick off to my Meet Me in St. Louis Book Tour for Tiny Tots in Tiaras and Tuxedos! 📚✨
Our first stop on 4/30/26 was an amazing experience at Subterranean Books. I’m truly grateful for the warm welcome and support.
🤗Thank you to everyone—friends from high school, college, Jack & Jill, cousins, neighbors, TLOD, moms of friends, husbands of friends, friends of friends, book lovers, and of course Tiny Tot alums—all came out & showed love in support of my mother’s legacy. 🥰
Speaking Engagements
Invite Francene to Speak
Francene Mary Diane Hill is available for speaking engagements, podcast interviews, book club discussions, and historical panels. Her presentations cover her mother's groundbreaking transition from wartime secrets to educational leadership, the importance of preserving African American history, and the enduring power of community building.