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Year round events with an October festival, based in Northern Virginia and at George Mason University. Find out more: https://linktr.ee/FallfortheBook

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Fall for the Book wishes you all a very Happy Thanksgiving! We are grateful for our literary community!!

27.11.2025 17:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today, our friends Watershed Lit & Women & Gender Studies are hosting the Day of Transgender Literature, starting at 12 p.m. This is a free series of events, so consider coming out! watershedlit.gmu.edu/events/17561

20.11.2025 14:47 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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On this Veteran's Day, take a look back at our virtual event featuring decorated Vietnam veteran, Wayne Karlin. www.youtube.com/watch?v=jdUH...

11.11.2025 16:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today marks the final day of Children's Book Week! Fall for the Book is always thrilled to include children's literature at our fall festival.
@misakorocks @annmccallumbooks @ceecliff_art
@asterequine

09.11.2025 17:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
We All Be Birds: A Memoir
YouTube video by Fall for the Book We All Be Birds: A Memoir

How can pigeons save a life? Find out in our virtual event with authors Brian Buckbee and Carol Ann Fitzgerald, in partnership with #OLLIMason. 🐦

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rnrt...

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As we move into the colder months, we'll hold onto our fond memories of warm outdoor events at the
#fallforthebook festival.
Aster Equine Photography

06.11.2025 17:20 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Curious and Chilling History of Shapeshifters with John Kachuba - Fall for the Book 2020
YouTube video by Fall for the Book The Curious and Chilling History of Shapeshifters with John Kachuba - Fall for the Book 2020

Happy Halloween! What better time than to learn about the Curious and Chilling History of Shapeshifters! www.youtube.com/watch?v=zl1w...

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Our latest podcasts are available! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/f...

30.10.2025 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our October festival may be over, but there are still plenty of virtual events you can tune into.
Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/.../UCuDnmW1...

29.10.2025 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fall for the Book festival 2025 was a huge success. Thanks to all who participated! An special hearty thank you to @Aster Equine Photography for these amazing photos.

27.10.2025 19:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What an incredible 27th Fall for the Book Festival! Thank you to our Friends, Sponsors, Partners, and more! Thanks to @bardsalley.bsky.social for the fantastic book sales, and to Aster Equine Photography for your beautiful photos.

What was your favorite memory from this year's festival?

23.10.2025 13:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Shubha Sunder Wins New American Voices Award - Fall for the Book Festival Shubha Sunder's Optional Practical Training wins 8th New American Voices Award, a post publication book prize celebrating immigrant writers.

Congratulations to @shubhasunder.bsky.social for winning the 8th Annual Institute for Immigration Research New American Voices Award for Optional Practical Training: A Novel, from @graywolfpress.bsky.social! Read more:

fallforthebook.org/shubhasunder...

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Finding Predictability in Chaos
YouTube video by Fall for the Book Finding Predictability in Chaos

Happening now: Nobel Peace Prize-winning climate scientist Dr. Jagadish Shukla discusses his groundbreaking studies of monsoons and his pivotal role in the creation of modern weather forecasting.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qsL...

10.10.2025 14:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Don't miss #fallforthebook festival Poetry Happy Hour on Friday, October 10
5 p.m.
Chubby Squirrel Brewing, 10382 Willard Way, Fairfax, VA

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Thank you, Alma! Your event was amazing!

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1/3 Tuesday has back-to-back events at #fallforthebook festival. Check out the schedule: fallforthebook.org/oct9schedule/

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3/3 Tuesday has back-to-back events at #fallforthebook festival. Check out the schedule: fallforthebook.org/oct9schedule/

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2/3 Tuesday has back-to-back events at #fallforthebook festival. Check out the schedule: fallforthebook.org/oct9schedule/

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1/3 Wednesday is jammed packed with events at #fallforthebook festival. Check out the schedule: fallforthebook.org/oct8schedule/

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2/3 Wednesday is jammed packed with events at #fallforthebook festival. Check out the schedule: fallforthebook.org/oct8schedule/

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3/3 Wednesday is jammed packed with events at #fallforthebook festival. Check out the schedule: fallforthebook.org/oct8schedule/

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Don't miss two more great events at #fallforthebook festival tomorrow evening. For complete details: fallforthebook.org/oct7schedule/

07.10.2025 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Don't miss the #FallfortheBook festival's kick-off event day. Check out our schedule for the details: fallforthebook.org/oct7schedule/

07.10.2025 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Who remembers Katie Gibbs? Learn more! And see the full festival schedule here: fallforthebook.org/schedule/

03.10.2025 18:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fall for the Book presents Blue Openings: Poems with Chet’la Sebree. Check our website for the full schedule: fallforthebook.org/schedule/

02.10.2025 18:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Three incredible kids events take the stage (literally!) on Saturday, October 11! Find out more: fallforthebook.org/schedule

02.10.2025 14:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ready to Fall for the Book? www.washingtonindependentreviewofbooks.com/features/rea... @fallforthebook.bsky.social @georgemasonu.bsky.social #booksky

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Also @fallforthebook.bsky.social Oct 8 at 4:30 pm #FairfaxVA

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