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GREAT WRITERS
Listen to bestselling authors and emerging voices across genres.
PROVOCATIVE TALKS
Panels, interviews, and conversation that spark important conversations!
FOUR DAYS
October 1-4, 2026 at the Marriott Hotel in downtown Kingston.
FOR EVERYONE
Readers, writers, students and lifelong learners—there is something for everyone!
THE 2026 PROGRAM
Four days in October
Four days of story-telling and story-making for readers, writers and people who love books.
AUTHORS
Discover the 2026 lineup of local and visiting writers.
SCHEDULE
Browse the full line up of on-stage events and workshops.
BOOKLIST
Check out your summer reading list!
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VOLUNTEER
Be part of the festival magic. Join our amazing team of volunteers.
SUPPORT THE FESTIVAL
Your support helps keep the festival thriving, and accessible for all.
BookClubs
Are you in a bookclub? We want to hear from you!