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The #BookTok Bus Is Making Stops In NYC To Hand Out Free Bestsellers

The #BookTok bus in NYC offers free books and engages readers with a vibrant literary community.

Why Polish author Jacek Dehnel feels he can return home DW 12/15/2024

Jacek Dehnel notes the improved literary climate in Poland post-PiS, but stresses ongoing legal challenges for LGBT individuals.

A Brand New Literary Event Discussing World Topics Is Launching In London Next Year

The Conversation will host a series of 15 literary events focusing on global topics from January 14.

"Let's Open It Up to Questions from the Audience" at Every Author Interview Ever

Audience interactions at literary events can range from inquiries to personal rants, highlighting varied motivations and implications in discussions with authors.

NYC's New Ice Cream Shop And Bookstore Hybrid Is The Sweetest Spot Uptown

Fountain Bookshop merges a bookstore and ice cream shop, providing a unique community space for relaxation and engagement in Washington Heights.
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Portland Book Festival: More than 250 volunteers help create connections and community between 80+ authors and 8,000 readers * Oregon ArtsWatch

The Portland Book Festival showcases over 80 authors and relies heavily on dedicated volunteers to manage large crowds and events.

It's raining, but Portland Book Festival set to brighten your day

The Portland Book Festival on November 2 is a major cultural event featuring 80 authors, workshops, and a focus on community engagement.

Portland Book Festival: More than 250 volunteers help create connections and community between 80+ authors and 8,000 readers * Oregon ArtsWatch

The Portland Book Festival showcases over 80 authors and relies heavily on dedicated volunteers to manage large crowds and events.

It's raining, but Portland Book Festival set to brighten your day

The Portland Book Festival on November 2 is a major cultural event featuring 80 authors, workshops, and a focus on community engagement.
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Litquake 2024: The Art/Craft/Work of Translation (SF)

Translation is an adventurous balancing act, intertwining sense, significance, and style, as articulated by translator Sophie Hughes.

Kink App Throws Party, Guests Alarmed When Woody Allen Shows Up

The juxtaposition of literary generations highlighted discomfort at the AFM launch party when controversial figure Woody Allen attended.

New York's Old Guard Meets Feeld, a Very Sex-Positive Dating App

Daphne Merkin aims to foster open conversations about sex through the launch of a new erotica magazine at a Feeld-hosted party.
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Alan Bennett reads from his famous diaries at Primrose Hill book fest

Alan Bennett will read from his journals at a book festival in Primrose Hill on November 3rd.

The Most Anticipated Book Events in Portland this Fall

Portland thrives with literary events in the fall, featuring local authors, small presses, and renowned writers, making it an ideal time to immerse in reading.

2024 Los Angeles Times Book Festival in Photos

Over 550 writers, celebrities, and storytellers came together at the LA Times Book Festival sharing a wide range of books, from picture books to young adult novels.

Alan Bennett reads from his famous diaries at Primrose Hill book fest

Alan Bennett will read from his journals at a book festival in Primrose Hill on November 3rd.

The Most Anticipated Book Events in Portland this Fall

Portland thrives with literary events in the fall, featuring local authors, small presses, and renowned writers, making it an ideal time to immerse in reading.

2024 Los Angeles Times Book Festival in Photos

Over 550 writers, celebrities, and storytellers came together at the LA Times Book Festival sharing a wide range of books, from picture books to young adult novels.
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This week in Oakland: The Art of Sneakers and Dissecting Dracula at Camron-Stanford House

Highlighting spooky events leading to Halloween begins with Dissecting Dracula, exploring Bram Stoker's inspiration behind the infamous character.
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Despite rain, Brooklyn Book Festival makes a splash

The Brooklyn Book Festival adapted to rain by moving stages indoors, maintaining its status as a key cultural event.

Brooklyn Book Festival takes over this weekend with Children's Day and Festival Day * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Book Festival concludes with Festival Day and Children's Day, showcasing authors and engaging activities.
The festival aims to inspire creativity in children through workshops and games.

Despite rain, Brooklyn Book Festival makes a splash

The Brooklyn Book Festival adapted to rain by moving stages indoors, maintaining its status as a key cultural event.

Brooklyn Book Festival takes over this weekend with Children's Day and Festival Day * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Book Festival concludes with Festival Day and Children's Day, showcasing authors and engaging activities.
The festival aims to inspire creativity in children through workshops and games.
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National Book Foundation Releases Fall 2024 NBF Presents Schedule

The National Book Foundation's fall programming enhances literary engagement across multiple states, featuring prominent authors and culminating in the 75th National Book Awards.
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Get ready for three months of book festivals across London

The article highlights upcoming book festivals in London, such as Queen's Park, Chiswick, and Barnes, showcasing a range of authors and literary events.

R.O. Kwon Screens a Favorite Kinky Film at 'Zyzzyva' Movie Night | KQED

Nurturing art and humanity is crucial in today's political landscape.
Zyzzyva Movie Night aims to engage the community with accessible literary events.
Upcoming screenings will promote discussions about desire and literature.

Get ready for three months of book festivals across London

The article highlights upcoming book festivals in London, such as Queen's Park, Chiswick, and Barnes, showcasing a range of authors and literary events.

R.O. Kwon Screens a Favorite Kinky Film at 'Zyzzyva' Movie Night | KQED

Nurturing art and humanity is crucial in today's political landscape.
Zyzzyva Movie Night aims to engage the community with accessible literary events.
Upcoming screenings will promote discussions about desire and literature.
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San Francisco writers say 'I'm Sorry' at the Make Out Room

Attending the Happy Endings Reading Series at the Makeout Room in the Mission District provides an enjoyable and engaging literary experience.

Lit Snax: 4.18.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

Exploring coming out and of age in different settings through diverse narratives and characters.

LitWatch April: Gabrielle Zevin at Everybody Reads, National Poetry Month, and a talk with Salman Rushdie

Gabrielle Zevin is the featured speaker at Everybody Reads 2024 event for her novel Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow.
April is National Poetry Month with various poetry events, including readings by poets like Tayi Tibble and Sasha taqʷʇəblu LaPointe.

S&S Announces Spring 2024 AuthorFest Lineup

Simon & Schuster announces spring 2024 AuthorFest lineup featuring notable authors.
S&S enhances Book Festival Resource Page to aid literary organizers in finding relevant authors.

LitWatch March: Poetry events, a history of the Village Voice, and a staged reading of Brian Doyle's 'Mink River'

March brings literary events to Oregon, including free staged reading of Brian Doyle's 'Mink River'.
Various indoor events like book releases, readings, and contests fill March in Oregon.

LitWatch December: Celebrate Oregon authors at Oregon Historical Society, plus The Moth returns

Winter brings a variety of literary events for book lovers, including a book fair with Oregon authors.
Pulitzer Prize finalist Rosanna Xia will discuss her book about changes to California's coastline at Powell's Books.

Fine Print: Poetry by any means necessary

Performances can go beyond traditional readings, incorporating visuals, music, and interactive elements.

Thursday Night Poem Jam | SF Main Library

Enjoy a monthly poetry reading series at San Francisco Main Public Library on the 2nd Thursday moderated by Kim Shuck.
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