Honoring the 50th anniversary of the National Book Critics Circle, this panel presents a beautiful range of voices representing some of the best and most beloved fiction writers of our time. National Book Critics Circle #jonathanlethem #tommyorange Amy Tan SESSION INFO: baybookfest.org/session/nation…

Don't miss this opportunity to purchase the newly release children’s picture book Simone and get it signed by both the author (Viet Thanh Nguyen) and illustrator (Minnie Phan)! This event will take place at the Books Inc tent in the outdoor fair. INFO: baybookfest.org/session/specia…

Join this essential and urgent conversation that examines the changing physical and cultural landscapes of the climate crisis, featuring Manjula Martin, Rosanna Xia, Jade Sasser, and Christina Gerhardt. Moderated by Maddie Oatman. SESSION INFO: baybookfest.org/session/changi…

Don't forget! You can request sign language services for any of our festival events. To request ASL services for a specific program, simply email [email protected] and we'll take care of the rest! youtu.be/fJtqZ9vsPiM?si…

Don't miss this expansive celebration of crime fiction! Nancy Jooyoun Kim, Ritu Mukerji, and Jason Powell will hit the Fountain Stage to talk about all things crime, mystery, and literary fiction. SESSION INFO: baybookfest.org/session/lurkin…

Join Maryemma Graham, Cynthia Manick - Poetry & Philanthropy, and Joshunda Sanders as they consider the throughlines of Black women’s lives—past, present, and future—through the multidisciplinary lenses of nonfiction, fiction, and poetry. Moderated by Shia Shabazz Smith. SESSION INFO: baybookfest.org/session/black-…

Save the map! #baybookfest is this weekend, and we have tons of free programming throughout Civic Center Park in Downtown Berkeley. Visit baybookfest.org for full schedule info.

Come hear poetic visions of hope and resistance from a diverse, intergenerational lineup of dynamic authors, educators, and organizers. SESSION INFO: baybookfest.org/session/climat…

This Sunday! gina Breedlove presents The Vibration of Grace: Sound Healing Rituals for Liberation. This book is designed to help readers work with grief and anger, release fear, find and give forgiveness, and reconnect with their soul. SESSION INFO: baybookfest.org/session/the-vi…

#baybookfest is THIS WEEKEND! June 1 Writers’ Day at Berkeley Public Library Evening Headliners at Freight and Salvage June 2 Author panels and outdoor fair at Civic Center Park Evening Headliner at Freight and Salvage Visit baybookfest.org for the full schedule!

A look back at the magic of Family Day! @berkeleypublic was absolutely abuzz with activities. From storytelling, to light saber demonstrations, to free comic books, author signings, and arts and crafts, the space abounded with interactive fun for every reader, big and small.

THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our first ever Writers' Day! We were blown away by the enthusiastic turn out of writers of all ages and backgrounds. Special thanks to the authors, publishing professionals, booksellers, and partners who helped bring these events to life.

We at #baybookfest were so thrilled to once again present the talented youth of the Graton Writing Project, a series of writing workshops for middle-and high-school Native students from Sonoma that culminates in a published anthology of their work.

Naomi Klein just won the inaugural Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction for her book Doppelganger: A Trip Into the Mirror World! #baybookfest was thrilled to feature Naomi Klein in conversation with Brooke Warner at this year's festival. Here's a look back at the event.

A look back at this sparkling #baybookfest discussion, We the People: Building a Resilient Multiracial Democracy in 2024 and Beyond. This urgent conversation between Steve Phillips, Ash-Lee Henderson, Maurice Mitchell, and Lateefah Simon was the reframe we needed.

Still thinking about the potent discussion between gina Breedlove and angel Kyodo williams at this year's #baybookfest. The duo considered how sound therapy can help us address grief and anger, release fear, find and give forgiveness, and reconnect with our essence.

We could not have asked for better weather or better vendors for this year's outdoor fair. Thank you to the publishers, writing groups and programs, literary clubs and organizations, authors, artists, and local services who brought so much enthusiasm to #baybookfest!

We have been honored to work so closely with our board members: Brooke Warner, George Rehm, Minister of ClimateJusticeFiction Propaganda🇵🇷, Piper Kerman, and Aida Salazar JOVITA WORE PANTS & CALLING THE MOON. Their vision, guidance, and devotion to the festival have been an inspiration to the entire festival team. We're grateful 🙏 #baybookfest

Another round of exhibitor shoutouts! Thank you to the publishers, writing groups and programs, literary clubs and organizations, authors, artists, and local services who brought so much enthusiasm to #baybookfest! Here are a few highlights.

All the book signings! ✨📚 When we say that #baybookfest is where readers meet writers, we mean it! Here are some highlights from our 10th anniversary festival. Keep an eye on this space. We'll soon announce dates for next year's festival, where you can meet all your heroes.