Cassidy Carson to Host Reno Book Release on October 18
The former archivist will discuss her new 1860s-set novel at the Riverside Gallery.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Weddings
Local readers can meet author Cassidy Carson at a release event in Reno on October 18 before her latest novel, Battle Born Bride, hits shelves later that month. The book, published by Two Moore Books, LLC, brings the 1860s Nevada Territory to life.
Why it matters
The novel draws on primary source material from the Nevada State Archives, offering a fictionalized look at early regional history. The work marks the 22nd release from the publisher, which was recently recognized in the 2026 Best of Carson City awards.
This project represents the 22nd title released by Two Moore Books, LLC, following the company's recent recognition as the Most Unique Business in the 2026 Best of Carson City contest. The official release date for the novel is set for October 31, 2026.
The players
Cassidy Carson
The author and former senior archivist at the Nevada State Archives who wrote Battle Born Bride.
Two Moore Books, LLC
The publishing house behind the new title that received the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award.
The details
Cassidy Carson, a former senior archivist at the Nevada State Archives, wrote the novel after being inspired by scanning the original Nevada State Constitution. The book is set in 1860s Carson City and is currently available for pre-sale in both e-book and paperback formats. The author will share insights from her research during an upcoming session at the Riverside Gallery.
Timeline
October 18, 2026: Author talk and book release event from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
October 31, 2026: Official release date for Battle Born Bride.
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The release of this novel follows the publisher's recent recognition in the 2026 Best of Carson City contest, extending their presence in the regional literary market. This project highlights a local trend of using state archival records to build historical fiction set in the Nevada Territory.
Readers interested in the new novel can attend the author talk at the Riverside Gallery on October 18 between 1:00 and 2:30 p.m. Pre-sale options for e-book and paperback formats are available now ahead of the final October 31 release date.
The takeaway
Cassidy Carson used her experience as a former archivist to anchor her historical fiction in real Nevada Territory documents. Watch for the official launch of the novel on October 31 to see how these primary sources shaped the story of the 1860s.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Carson Now.
