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The San Antonio Book Festival happens on Saturday, April 11.
Literary Director Anna Dobben said that besides all the great authors coming, the book festival is a lot of fun.
“The Book Festival is a completely free literary extravaganza on the grounds of Central Library and UT San Antonio southwest campus,” Dobben said. “There are over 110 authors joining us, and they're going to present their new books, and readers can ask questions of the authors, and there's also going to be a theater performance by Magik Theatre, food trucks, activities and more.”
It all takes place from 9 a.m. through 5 p.m., in the shadow of one of the city’s most interesting buildings — downtown’s central library. Dobben said she wants everyone to learn to read, and over time, to cherish books.
“The mission of the San Antonio Book Festival is to reach readers in every corner of the city and celebrate a culture of books, of reading and literary life,” she said.
Book festivals allow those who come the rare opportunity to meet their favorite author, and ask them questions about their work routine, or perhaps a twist that you hadn’t seen coming in the book when you read it.
The San Antonio Book Festival is for readers of all ages, and those ages include kids who have just learned how to read and are looking to find new books and ideas that are challenging.
Anna Dobben said young readers will find many events, authors and books that will delight them. And there’s a new development this year.
“Children picture book characters will be at the San Antonio book festival for the first year ever. So come on down and meet some of your favorite characters, as well as a performance by Magic Theater and activities all to kind of celebrate books and celebrate reading.”
The San Antonio Book Festival features books and authors for all ages.
“I'm so excited that Megha Majumdar will be joining us. She's the author of A Guardian and a Thief. She was most recently an Oprah Book Club pick for that book, and it's such a good read, and it's perfect for your book club.”
All events at the San Antonio Book Festival are free.
Food trucks will also be on the premises for those who want to purchase food and beverages.
