GR Lit Fest, WestMichiganHipHop.com, and Tales from Hip Hop present: Lyric Tree Conscious Hip Hop Lyrics, A Capella, and Read as Poetry A Capella Hip Hop Verses Hip Hop Verse Readings from Classic Conscious Songs Freestyle Raps (Off the Dome Flows) at the End of the Event! With a cappella verses from: Alfie Da Great ... Read more
Join author Georgia Ann Moss as she reads her children’s book Uncle Buddy for a kids’ story hour! About the Book Uncle Buddy is the story of one of the most cherished memories of Georgia’s childhood. This book introduces the world to her family members and the joyous times they had at her Grandmother Mary’s ... Read more
In partnership with House Rules Game Lounge, GR Lit Fest invites you to an out of this world Fantasy and Sci-Fi Night! Come early for a meal, enjoy a panel with guest authors, and stay afterward for board games with friends. Join us for a lively discussion with talented authors as they dive into the ... Read more
The Grand Rapids Game Show Experience with GR Lit Fest A Night of Literary Trivia Like Never Before! This isn’t your average pub trivia night- It’s Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, and Family Feud LIVE with real buzzers, lights, and game show action! From romance to classic lit, from modern dystopian to teen angst, it’s a ... Read more
Author Candi Purdiman will reading her book I Survived Being Afraid of the Dark for a children’s story hour! About the Book Meet Riley, a brave little boy with a big imagination. When the lights go out, his bedroom fills with spooky shadows and mysterious shapes! Riley is convinced there are things lurking in the ... Read more
Featured authors for this event include: YOU! GR Lit Fest is excited to partner with Speciation Cellars to host an Author Happy Hour! Join us for a drink and celebrate your love of the written word with your fellow authors. It doesn’t matter if you’re pre-published or published, traditional or indie. This night is for ... Read more
Ms. Z will reading her children’s book When the School Goes Dark for a children’s story hour! About the Book What happens in your classroom when the lights go out and the last custodian locks up for the night? In When the School Goes Dark, Ms. Z invites readers into a whimsical, mysterious world where ... Read more
Who doesn’t like their fictional tales with a hefty side of history? We’re excited to host a compelling Historical Fiction Night at The Lit, a venue rooted in Grand Rapids’ rich literary and cultural heritage. Built in 1887 as a gathering place for a prominent women’s literary society, this historic landmark continues its legacy of ... Read more
In partnership with Books & Mortar, GR Lit Fest invites you to a conversation with authors of young adult fiction! This popular genre offers emotionally intense and often hope-filled stories that appeal to all ages. Attending Authors R.E. Bellesmith Jessica K Foster Melanie Hooyenga Benjamin Kamphuis Authors will have their books available for sale and ... Read more
Author Becca Bielicki will reading her book Banana Goes to Space for a children’s story hour! About the Book Banana Goes to Space is a fun and uplifting story about a determined banana who dreams of going to space. Despite being laughed at and doubted by the other fruits when his first rocket fails, Banana ... Read more
In partnership with Scorpion Hearts Club, GR Lit Fest invites you to a dynamic panel of queer authors. We’ll be discussing a sampling of queer experiences in sharing your story and existing within the publishing industry. Attending Authors: V.L. Barycz Michelle Kulwicki Vincent Moyet Bethany Tap Authors will have their books available for sale and ... Read more
In partnership with Cellar Bird Books, GR Lit Fest invites you to step into a world of secrets, suspense, and spine-tingling twists at our Mystery Night. How is a mystery story woven? What’s needed to create an entertaining tale of Who-dunnit? And are mystery authors ever concerned about their internet browser history? Join a lineup ... Read more
Cassie Veselovsky will reading her children’s book This is the Lighthouse for a kids’ story hour! Join us for this special, family-friendly event. About the Book Sing, learn, and explore lighthouses with This is the Lighthouse! Written to the familiar tune of Here we go round the Mulberry Bush, this interactive picture book invites young ... Read more
GR Lit Fest, in partnership with Chicago Beef Joint, invites you to a swoon-worthy and sizzling night with our panel of romance authors. After this event, join us for an encore event at 8:30 - The Bookish Burlesque Show! The Evening’s Schedule 6:00-6:30 Spicy Bingo 6:30-7:00 Browse the Books 7:00-8:00 Romance Author Panel 8:00-8:15 Grab ... Read more
In partnership with Has Heart Café, GR Lit Fest invites readers to our K-12 book fair! Join us for this family-friendly event on the patio to browse a wonderful collection of books perfect for summer reads. Special Guest We are delighted to welcome the beloved Wimee the Robot to the book fair! Wimee the Robot ... Read more
In partnership with Black Dog Books & Records, GR Lit Fest invites you to dive into the vibrant world of visual storytelling at our Graphic Novel, Comic Book, and Zine night! Our guest authors not only wield words to tell stories, but create emotion-evoking artwork as well. Join these talented creators as they explore the ... Read more
GR Lit Fest, in partnership with the 6th Street Hall, invites you to Grand Rapid’s West Side for our Adult Book Fair! Browse books of 40 authors in multiple genres to find your next favorite read. Adult beverages are available to sip while you shop. We feel fortunate to host an amazing group of authors ... Read more
THE PLAYGROUNDgr is proud to bring this THE PLAYGROUNDgr and GR Lit Fest event to our community on June 29, 2026 at 4pm - 6pm as the Grand Finale of their full week of literacy and community collaborations! PLAN TO READ with local authors PLAN TO EAT with local farmers and food programming like the ... Read more