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Atlanta’s literary landscape is as dynamic as the city itself. Whether you’re interested in author readings, book launches, poetry nights, or literary festivals, the Creative Loafing book events calendar helps you stay on the page. From intimate readings at indie bookstores to big-name author events at iconic venues, Atlanta’s book scene is a must-watch. Explore more happenings in Arts or plan your visit to a Literary or Cultural Festivals.

Looking for larger literary gatherings? Browse upcoming book festivals and writing conferences across metro Atlanta.

Atlanta Author Readings and Talks

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Kate Brown in conversation with Dr. Helen Anne Curry - Tiny Gardens Everywhere

04/08/2026 7:00 PM

Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

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Georgia250 Author Talk: Paul Pressly, author of "A Southern Underground Railroad: Black Georgians and the Promise of Spanish Florida and Indian Country"

04/09/2026 6:00 PM

Hay House

To commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, the Ge...

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Meet Me There: Featuring Rebecca Brown And Jordy Rosenberg

04/09/2026 7:30 PM

Charis Books & More

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Raising Change Agents: Practicing Social Justice In Everyday Parenting -- Nat Nadha Vikitsreth In Conversation With Ariana Denise Brazier

04/09/2026 7:30 PM

Charis Books & More

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Expecting Inequity: How The Maternal Health Crisis Affects Even The Wealthiest Black Americans -- Khiara M. Bridges In Conversation With Zoë Lucier-Julian

04/10/2026 7:30 PM

Charis Books & More

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The Other Side Of The Garden: Storytime With Authors Sili Recio & Elena Djome Lawrence

04/11/2026 11:00 AM

Charis Books & More

The Other Side of the Garden: Storytime with autho...

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Speak Arabic… But Can’t Read It

Arabic Reading Lab

04/11/2026 1:30 PM

Alif Institute

Introducing our “Arabic Reading Lab”: an 8-week pr...

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Sayantani Dasgupta with Christyne Morrell -Theft of the Ruby Lotus!

04/11/2026 2:30 PM

Little Shop of Stories

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The Complete Guide To Home Permaculture: How To Transform Your Yard Into A Thriving And Productive Ecosystem -- Brandy Hall In Conversation With Maurice Small

04/11/2026 4:00 PM

Charis Books & More

The Complete Guide to Home Permaculture: How to Tr...

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Personal Narrative Creative Writing Class

04/14/2026 7:00 PM

Wild Aster Books

Do you have a story you want to tell? In this 8-we...

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Meet the Author with Colleen Oakley

04/14/2026 7:00 PM

Georgia Writers Museum

Georgia Writers Museum is excited to host USA Toda...

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An Evening with USA Today Bestselling Author Jon Lindstrom!

04/14/2026 7:15 PM

Virginia Highland Books

An Evening with USA Today Bestselling Author Jon L...

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Nurturing The Heart And Mind: 60 Content-Area Lessons Using The Five-Pursuits Framework -- Gholdy Muhammad In Conversation With Nita Creekmore

04/15/2026 7:30 PM

Charis Books & More

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Author Soniah Kamal with Dr. Ananya Vahal-Perez at The Nest

04/16/2026 2:00 PM

Kennesaw State University

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Taylor Brown in conversation with Chuck Reece – Wolvers

04/17/2026 7:00 PM

Manuel's Tavern

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Barbara McQuade in conversation with Peter Biello - The Fix

04/17/2026 8:00 PM

Wild Heaven Beer West End

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Melanie D.G. Kaplan – Lab Dog

04/19/2026 4:30 PM

A Cappella Books

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New date: AN EVENING WITH IBRAM X. KENDI | CHAIN OF IDEAS

04/19/2026 6:00 PM

Glenn Memorial Church

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New date: An Evening With Dr. Ibram X. Kendi| Chain of Ideas

04/19/2026 6:00 PM

Glenn Memorial Church

Due to a snowstorm that delayed travel out of Minn...

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A Court of Thorns and Roses Midnight Release Party!

04/20/2026 6:00 PM

Little Shop of Stories

A Court of Thorns and Roses Midnight Release Party...

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Poetry Readings, Slams and Spoken Word

Speak Arabic… But Can’t Read It

Arabic Reading Lab

04/11/2026 1:30 PM

Alif Institute

Introducing our “Arabic Reading Lab”: an 8-week pr...

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Danowski Poetry Reading Series featuring Danez Smith

04/18/2026 2:00 PM

Auburn Avenue Research Library on African-American Culture and History

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The Moth: Sus

04/20/2026 7:30 PM

Balzer Theater at Herren’s

The Moth StorySLAM open-mic storytelling competiti...

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The Moth: I Got It From My Mama

05/18/2026 7:30 PM

Balzer Theater at Herren’s

The Moth StorySLAM open-mic storytelling competiti...

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