Jax Book Fest 2025

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

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Jax Book Fest returns this year over two Saturdays at the Main Library. This annual celebration brings together authors, readers, writers, and book lovers of all types. Mark your calendars and get ready to dive into the magic of books at this year's event!

 

September 13: Writers' Day

Are you an aspiring author? Are you itching to see your book on the Library's shelves? Join us on Saturday, September 13, from 10 to 3:30 p.m.  for free writing and publishing workshops. With a Marketing track, a Publishing track, and a Writing track, there's plenty to learn and implement wherever you are in your publishing journey.

September 20: Youth Readers' Day

On Saturday, September 20, from 9:30 to 2 p.m. there will be Lit Chat Interviews and Talks with two #1 New York Times bestselling authors, the opportunity to meet and support 60+ local authors, fun giveaways, face painting, and other fun book-related activities.

 

Both days are free to attend and open to all. 

Stay tuned for more announcements on this page.


 

Jax Book Fest 2025: Writer's Day

Jax Book Fest Writers' Day with National Book Award Winner Tiya Miles

 
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Youth Readers' Day with Mac Barnett and Shannon Messenger

 

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