New York City's largest free literary celebration, the Brooklyn Book Festival, has unveiled their packed roster for this year's festivities.
New York City’s largest free literary celebration, theThe festival returns with a strong lineup of local, national and international authors for spirited discussions of contemporary works. From Sept. 25 through Oct. 3, book lovers are invited to come hear some of today’s most acclaimed authors and be introduced to some up-and-coming talents.
The Brooklyn Book Festival, started in 2006, was launched to address the need for a major literary event which embraced the diverse communities in New York City. The festival’s mission is to support the literary community through free and low-cost programs that connect readers with authors, booksellers and publishers.
Over 150 authors will attend the Virtual Festival Day and in-person Festival Day, including Elif Batuman, Angeline Boulley, Joyce Carol Oates, Paisley Currah, Hernan Diaz and more. Children’s Day illustrators attending the event will include Vera Ahiyya, Ethan M. Aldridge, Mac Barnett, Johnnie Christmas, Dhonielle Clayton, Brandy Colbert, Julie C. Dao and others, and authors Mary Jo Bang, Kate Beaton, Jeannette Clariond, Angie Cruz and more will attend Bookend Day.
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