We’re so excited to kickoff this inaugural Lit Fest with you! Come check out some amazing K-12 authors, fantastic painters, musicians, and Dolly Parton’s Library. This is a family-friendly event, and we can’t wait to celebrate this momentous beginning with you. This event will occur rain or shine. Authors include: Kari Carr Jean Davis Alex ... Read more
Free event, but RSVP needed! RSVP HERE “Books are powerful. They can open your mind, give you language and understanding and, most importantly, give you the tools to change the world. This makes them a danger to those who are invested in keeping folks in the dark.” ~ Nicole Lintemuth, author of “This Book is ... 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
We’ll meet up at Riverside Park to walk the trails and hear beautiful poetry by some of our local poets. Poets Include Kathleen McGookey Heather Picardat Caitlin Cowen Meeting Spot Enter the park at the Riverside Park Boat Launch #2 / Island Shelter entrance. At the last parking lot, we’ll meet by the restrooms and ... Read more
Please join us at the park pavilion for a children’s story hour with the Imagination Library and youth readers! This event will include English and Spanish readings. Thank you to our partners at the Imagination Library and Friends of GR Parks for making this event possible. This event will occur rain or shine. RSVP is ... Read more
EVENT POSTPONED! Please watch for updates. GR Lit Fest is excited to partner with Rev for a Spiritual and Inspirational Author Panel featuring Georgia Ann Moss and Michael G Farrell. This is an all ages, non-alcoholic event that includes a one drink minimum. RSVP is not required but appreciated: Click Here
Join authors LaUra Schmidt and Aimee Lewis Reau as they discuss their book, How to Live in a Chaotic Climate. How to Live in a Chaotic Climate is a salve for these times, walking us through how to connect and stay open-hearted in deeply fragmented, disconnected times. The presentation will include a QandA at the ... Read more
Featured authors for this event include: YOU! GR Lit Fest is excited to partner with The Nightwatch Lounge to host an Author Happy Hour! Come on out for a drink and celebrate that you’re an author. It doesn’t matter if you’re pre-published or published, traditional or indie. This night is for you. This event is ... Read more
NEW VENUE Due to predicted thunderstorms, this event will now be held at Tia’s Play Cafe. Author Sarah McCormick will reading her children’s book Ollie the Owl for a kids’ story hour! Join us for this special, family-friendly event. RSVP is not required but appreciated: Click Here
We’re excited to offer an evening of verse by young poets with the GRCCT, the Diatribe, and Grand Rapids Poet Laureate Christine Stephens-Krieger! Book Fair Authors Cynthia Beach Alby Blazo Cassidy Clarke Michael Farrell Maryann Lesert Lisa McAllister TuyetNhi Amy Piper …and more! This event is free to attend, but please RSVP. Click Here GR ... Read more
We’re excited to partner with Arktos Meadery to bring you an out of this world Fantasy and Sci-Fi Author Panel to answer all of the quests... we mean, questions, you may have. RSVP Required Click here to RSVP. Authors Include: Jean Davis Martin Shoemaker Allison Spooner Christopher Tallon Please Note This is a 21+ event. ... Read more
Join GR Lit Fest for a Juneteenth Children’s Story Hour at the Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives!
GR Lit Fest is excited to partner with Grand Rapids Civic Theater for a Spiritual and Inspirational Author Talk featuring Michael G. Farrell. The event will be held in the Grand Rapids Civic Theater Community Room. Please look for signs upon entering the building. RSVP is not required but appreciated: Click Here
We’re so excited to partner with Less Traveled to present you with a spine-tingling Horror and Thriller Author Panel! Bring all the questions haunting you about these intense genres. RSVP Required Click here to RSVP. Authors Include: Jessica Gomez Alex Ebenstein M.D. LaBelle Samantha Moran Please Note This is a 21+ event. The venue requires ... Read more