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The 24th Annual Southern Festival of Books: A Celebration of the Written Word

The Festival boasts a rich line-up of children’s and ya authors and illustrators offering readings, signings, and books discussions.

War Memorial Plaza
Nashville, TN

The Southern Festival of Books is free! No tickets required.

Teachers, librarians, and book clubs: Download a promo flyer here to share with your students and friends.

This year’s program includes appearances by:

Kelly Barnhill • Silas House • Meg Medina • Katherine Paterson • Ruta Sepetys Roland Smith • Catherynne Valente • Judith Viorst • John Corey Whaley • Kathryn Williams Ed Young • Kat Zhang • Birthday parties for Olivia and Clifford the Big Red Dog • BrainQuest Challenges • and more!

See the full line-up of over 200 authors here>>

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