The Author Space

Minnesota Children's Book Festival—Red Wing
2025-09-13
This beloved event features presentations of new books by award-winning authors and illustrators writing for young readers through middle grade.

Los Angeles Kids' Book Festival
2025-09-07 09:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | West Hollywood Park, 647 N San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood, CA, 90069, United States
Enjoy LA’s first and largest event celebrating early education, bilingualism, and multiculturalism. A free event for the public presented by the ABC Foundation.

Printers Row Lit Fest
2025-09-06 08:00 - 2025-09-07 17:00 | Printers Row Lit Fest, Dearborn, IL, United States
The largest free outdoor literary showcase in the Midwest is a community-based celebration for book lovers presented by the not-for-profit Near South Planning Board. More than 100K visitors are expected over the two-day festival.

Library of Congress National Book Festival—Washington, D.C.
2025-09-06
An annual event that celebrates literature and literacy, bringing together authors, poets, illustrators, and readers for a day of book discussions, panels, and signings.

Independent Authors Book Expo—Roselle, New Jersey
2025-09-06
Join the expo for workshops and events that empower independent authors and promote literacy. Meet and greet authors, poets, editors, illustrators, and more; attend author readings and book signings; join panel discussions and writing workshops; and participate in arts and crafts promo giveaways, prizes, and surprises.

Beyond the Book Festival
2025-09-06 | The Starke County Public Library, Starke County, IN, United States
The Starke County Public Library hosts this one-day event showcasing more than 30 local, national and international authors. Authors will meet with festival attendees, sign books, give presentations and facilitate workshops as part of the day’s programming.

Diversicon 32—Plymouth, Minnesota
2025-09-05 08:00 - 2025-09-07 17:00
Programming includes guest readings and/or presentations; the usual lively mix of panels and discussions on Sci-Fi in literary media, film, TV, and graphic arts; speculative science; alternative lifestyles; and—especially—multicultural Sci-Fi.

Bouchercon—New Orleans
2025-09-03 08:00 - 2025-09-07 17:00 | Marriott Hotel, 555 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, United States
“Blood on the Bayou: Case Closed” is the theme for 2025. Annual world mystery convention where readers, writers, publishers, editors, agents, booksellers, and other lovers of crime fiction gather for a long weekend of education, entertainment, and fun.

Northwoods Art & Book Festival
2025-08-09 08:00 - 17:00
The longest-running art and literature festival in the state is a tapestry of creativity and cultural celebration, showcasing original artwork, and books, in a lively atmosphere with live music, food trucks, and more.

National Book Club Conference
2025-08-01 08:00 - 2025-08-03 17:00
Places readers in an upscale, intimate environment with some of their favorite authors, and introduces attendees to new talent to add to their reading lists. The annual weekend consists of numerous book club meetings, panel discussions and other events that give readers facetime with authors.

Black Writers Weekend
2025-07-31 08:00 - 2025-08-02 18:00
A one-of-a-kind gathering that connects fans and readers intimately with beloved authors, esteemed screenwriters, and luminaries from the worlds of film and TV.

San Diego Comic-Con
2025-07-24 08:00 - 2025-07-27 18:00
The premier event for all things comics and related popular arts including movies, television, books, gaming, interactive multimedia, and so much more.

#KidsLit is Lit Festival
2025-07-20 08:00 - 17:00
The festival is back, celebrating local children’s book authors with live readings, book signings, and hands-on literary activities. Kids can meet their favorite authors, dive into fun storytelling sessions, and even create their own mini-books!

Detroit Festival of Books
2025-07-20 08:00 - 17:00
The largest book festival in the state of Michigan, featuring vendors from all over the U.S. and Canada. Dedicated to promoting the joy of reading and the rich culture surrounding it.

The Write Women Book Fest 2025
2025-07-19 08:00 - 2025-07-20 17:00
A reader and author event focused on uplifting and amplifying the work of women and marginalized voices in publishing.

Payson Book Festival
2025-07-19 08:00 - 17:00
Brought to you by the Rim Country Chapter of Arizona Professional Writers (APW), this event features appearances by authors from Rim Country and around Arizona. Also features book signings, projects for the kids, live music, and food.

Readercon
2025-07-17 08:00 - 2025-07-20 17:00
Although Readercon is modeled on general “science fiction conventions,” it features a near-total focus on the written word. Features include panel discussions, author readings, and solo talks or workshops, plus kaffeeklatsches, autograph signings, and extracurricular activities.

Columbus Book Festival
2025-07-12 08:00 - 2025-07-13 17:00
A free, two-day book fest featuring a lineup of 200+ national and Columbus-based authors, panel discussions, author talks, book signings, and more.

RSJ Virtual Romance Book Con
2025-07-10 08:00 - 2025-07-12 17:00
A three-day online event celebrating diversity in romance with authors, readers, and publishers. A Highlight of the event is the Registration Gift Box shipped directly to attendees with free books.

Essence Fest
2025-07-04 08:00 - 2025-07-06 17:00
Immerse yourself into 20+ curated experiences that celebrate Black excellence in all its forms—from music and art to wellness, style, cuisine, and commerce.
