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SUMMARY:Graphic Novel\, Comic\, Zine Night
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin these talented creators as they explore the unique process behind crafting zines\, graphic novels\, and comics. Authors will discuss everything from visual worldbuilding and character design to self-publishing\, distribution\, and finding your audience. \nAttending Authors:\n\nTuyet-Nhi Pham\nIvy Rose\nRue Sparks\n\nAuthors will have their books available for sale and signing after the event.
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/graphic-novel-comic-zine-night-2026/
LOCATION:Black Dog Books & Records\, 959 Fulton St E\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Panel Discussion
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SUMMARY:Adult Book Fair
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe feel fortunate to host an amazing group of authors writing in multiple genres. While the following list is a rough guide\, we encourage readers to explore the variety of stories our guest authors have written. \nAttending Authors:\nFantasy\n\nV.L. Barycz\nPat Bitt\nStefanie Gilmour\nLeAnn Kelley\nKayliani Shi\n\nGraphic Novel / Comic / Zine\n\nH&S Alvaurence\nTuyet-Nhi Pham\nIvy Rose\nRue Sparks\n\nHistorical Fiction\n\nSammy Beuker\nCaitlin Horrocks\nAngela Shupe\nJanyre Tromp\n\nHorror\n\nAlex Ebenstein\nAndy Lockwood\nSamantha Moran\nThe Twilight Traveler\n\nLiterary Fiction\n\nKristine E. Brickey\nCecilia A. Garcia\nBethany Tap\n\nMystery\n\nErin R. Hodges\nMark Love\nMarissa Malson\n\nNon-Fiction\n\nNancy Collander\nM.C. Johnson\nDr. Stuart D. Jones\nD. Leon Stokes\n\nPoetry\n\nAndrew Collard\nVincent Moyet\nLynne Schmidt\n\nRomance\n\nAlby Blake\nRachel Esterline\nTana Jenkins\nMeika Usher\nMaude Winters\n\nSci-Fi\n\nMartin L. Shoemaker\n\nThriller\n\nMichael Balter\n\nYoung Adult\n\nJana Chantel\nMelanie Hooyenga\nKelli Storm
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LOCATION:6th Street Hall\, 649 6th Street Northwest\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Dream Big - A Free Literacy Play Experience
DESCRIPTION: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!\n\n\n\nWhat does your child dream about becoming when they grow up?\nAn artist? A teacher? A chef? A scientist? An entrepreneur? A community leader?\n\nJoin us for Dream Big\, a free community event designed to inspire children to imagine their futures and discover the many possibilities available to them right here in Grand Rapids.\n\n\n\n\n\n READ-alouds with local authors featuring stories about dreams\, goals\, and self-belief\n\n\n EAT with food programming like the YMCA Veggie Van\n\n\n PLAY at the newly re-imagined Houseman Playground! Creative activities and imaginative play experiences with interactive stations focused on wellness\, mindfulness\, nutrition\, financial literacy\, and more\nCONNECT with organizations and resources that support children and families\n\n\n EXPLORE your future!\n\n\nDREAM BIG …. \n\n\nWe believe every child deserves the chance to imagine a bright future and have the practical tools they need to make it happen…and of course the chance to PLAY!\n\nThrough engaging storytimes\, creative activities\, hands-on experiences\, and interactive community partner booths\, children will explore big ideas about their futures while building confidence\, curiosity\, and hope.\n\n\n\n\nTHANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS: YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids\, Sherwood Global Academy\, Sylvan Learning\, City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation\, Wimee\, Midtown Neighborhood Association\, Mo’photography LLC\, Whole Hearted Marketing and LMCU and Wege Foundation.
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/dream-big-literacy-play-2026/
LOCATION:Houseman Playground\, 162 Hausman Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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