Fall for the Book

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

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

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...

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.
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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...

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

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...

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

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...

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.

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?

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...

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...

Don't miss #fallforthebook festival Poetry Happy Hour on Friday, October 10
5 p.m.
Chubby Squirrel Brewing, 10382 Willard Way, Fairfax, VA

Thank you, Alma! Your event was amazing!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Don't miss the #FallfortheBook festival's kick-off event day. Check out our schedule for the details: fallforthebook.org/oct7schedule/

Who remembers Katie Gibbs? Learn more! And see the full festival schedule here: fallforthebook.org/schedule/

Fall for the Book presents Blue Openings: Poems with Chet’la Sebree. Check our website for the full schedule: fallforthebook.org/schedule/

Three incredible kids events take the stage (literally!) on Saturday, October 11! Find out more: fallforthebook.org/schedule

Ready to Fall for the Book? www.washingtonindependentreviewofbooks.com/features/rea... @fallforthebook.bsky.social @georgemasonu.bsky.social #booksky

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