The LitFest was a celebration of stories, community, and the power of diverse voices. Hosted in collaboration with the Barrington Area Library, it featured three engaging panels and a keynote speaker, bringing together authors, readers, and book lovers of all ages. We explored everything from writing for young readers to the importance of representation in literature, creating a space where conversations about books could inspire, connect, and spark new ideas
This panel gave attendees an inside look at the many traditional career paths in the literary world, from writing and editing to design and publishing. Panelists shared candid stories [...]
This panel explored how diverse stories shape not only the books we read but how we understand the world and ourselves. The conversation moved fluidly between craft, identity, and [...]
Sonali Dev delivered a keynote that was a wonderful combination of honesty, humor, and encouragement, urging the audience not to be afraid of who they are or of the [...]
This panel pulled back the curtain on the less obvious but equally vital careers that keep literature alive once the words leave the writer’s desk. From bookstores to classrooms, from [...]
