National Book Festival returns in- person: A joyous reunion for book lovers

The National Book Festival is a celebration of the written word and the joy of reading. After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the festival is returning in-person on Saturday, August 12, 2023, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

The festival will feature a wide variety of authors, from bestselling novelists to award-winning poets. There will also be panels, workshops, and activities for children and families.

This year's festival is especially exciting because it marks the return of in-person events. After so much time spent apart, book lovers will finally be able to come together and celebrate the joy of reading. The festival is a great opportunity to meet your favorite authors, hear them speak about their work, and get your books signed. It's also a chance to connect with other book lovers and share your love of reading.

Key Highlights:

• Meet your favorite authors: Attendees will have the opportunity to meet their favorite authors and get their books signed.
• Hear authors speak about their work: Attendees can hear authors speak about their work and their inspiration. A great way to mend your writer’s block, if you ask us.
• Attend panels and workshops: There will be a variety of panels and workshops on a variety of topics, including writing, publishing, and bookselling.
• Activities for children and families: There will be activities for children and families, such as story time, crafts, and games.

The National Book Festival is a great way to celebrate the written word and the joy of reading. It is also a chance to meet some of the most talented authors in the world. If you are a book lover, be sure to mark your calendars for the National Book Festival on Saturday, August 12, 2023.