Writer's Lab

Mapping Our Past returns Jan. 17 with two guest lecturers. Plus, the Great Decisions world affairs discussion program series starts Jan. 22.

Bestselling author Debbie Macomber chats with fellow author Madeline Martin and readers on Dec. 6, live on Zoom.

This November, join us for two History Chat presentations, a Lit Chat with bestselling sci-fi author John Scalzi, a poetry workshop, and much more!

Get help writing, publishing and marketing your own book with free Writer's Lab workshops at the Library.

Just in time for Halloween: Award-winning author Gabino Iglesias stops by West Branch Library to talk with fans of horror and aspiring local authors.

Halloween is almost here and with it comes spooky reading recommendations and an interview with a genre-bending novelist and horror columnist.

This September, join us for our biggest, boldest celebration of authors, authorship, and the written word. Jax Book Fest returns September 13 and 20.

Jax Book Fest is a big, bold celebration of authors, authorship, and the written word—held annually at the Main Library in Downtown Jacksonville. This year, Jax Book Fest is being held over two Saturdays in September

Join us this month as we commemorate the 65th anniversary of Ax Handle Saturday, follow the adventures of a rouge shark scientist, and more.

Jax Book Fest returns this year over two Saturdays at the Main Library, on September 13 & 20. This annual celebration brings together authors, readers, writers, and book lovers of all types.