Fiction

The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, established in 1996, connects authors with readers and has grown to be the largest and most prestigious book festival in the U.S., drawing over 130,000 attendees annually. The festival features notable contributors such as John Freeman, editor of Granta magazine and author of "The Tyranny of Email," as well as David Benioff, known for his novel "City of Thieves" and screenwriting for films like "X-Men Origins: Wolverine." Additionally, authors like Achy Obejas and Susan Straight showcase their acclaimed works, further enriching the literary community celebrated at this event.