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Columbus Book Festival unveils author lineup for two-day event

The Columbus Book Festival brings in 200+ local and national authors, including a lineup of five featured authors with one from CBUS.

people enjoying Kaufman plaza behind the Columbus Metropolitan Library's Main Library

Visitors can explore the outdoor patio at the Columbus Metropolitan Library Main Branch + the nearby Topiary Park. | Photo via Columbus Metropolitan Library

With 200+ authors visiting the Columbus Metropolitan Library, it’s safe to say the Columbus Book Festival is a novel event.

This free-to-attend event is returning to the Main Branch (96 S. Grant Ave.) on Saturday, July 13-Sunday, July 14 with 200+ national and local authors. Additionally, free reservations are required for these featured authors in conversation:

  • Nick Petrie | Saturday | 11:30 a.m. | Author of “The Price You Pay,” published in February 2024.
  • Porochista Khakpour | Saturday | 1 p.m. | Author of “Tehrangeles,” to be released in June 2024.
  • Kennedy Ryan | Saturday | 4 p.m. | Author of “This Could Be Us,” released in March 2024.
  • Veronica Roth | Sunday | 12 p.m. | Author of “When Among Crows,” published in May 2024.
  • Hanif Abdurraqib | Sunday | 3 p.m. | Columbus-based author of “There’s Always This Year,” released in March 2024.

The festival will also have a food court, live entertainment, and meet-and-greets.

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