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Atlanta Book Events, Author Readings & Literary Festivals

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

Meagan Brandy & Amo Jones- Mate of a Royal

06/24/2026 7:00 PM

Eagle Eye Book Shop

We are beyond excited to welcome USA Today Best Se...

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Jesse Wegman in conversation with Claire Haley - The Lost Founder

06/25/2026 3:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

Copies of the book will be available for purchase ...

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Tiye, K.C. Mills, and Tati Richardson- Madly Driven

07/01/2026 7:00 PM

Eagle Eye Book Shop

We can hardly believe we're going to have USA Best...

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WRFG Zine Club Meeting

07/06/2026 6:00 PM

WRFG Radio

WRFG’s Zine Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday o...

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Meet the Author with Charlie Seabrook & Ann Litrel

07/07/2026 7:00 PM

Georgia Writers Museum

 

 

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Writers at the Wrecking Bar Presents Ron Currie in conversation with Dallas Crow - We Will See You Bleed

07/08/2026 7:00 PM

Wrecking Bar Brewpub

Writers at the Wrecking Bar Presents Ron Currie in...

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Matt McManus – What Is Liberal Socialism?

07/12/2026 8:00 PM

Manuel's Tavern

Matt McManus – What Is Liberal Socialism?

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Karen Torghele in conversation with Roger Glass - Albert Sabin: The Life of a Polio Vaccine Pioneer

07/14/2026 7:00 PM

Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

Karen Torghele in conversation with Roger Glass – ...

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WRFG Zine Club Meeting

07/20/2026 6:00 PM

WRFG Radio

WRFG’s Zine Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday o...

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Senator Chris Murphy - Crisis of the Common Good

07/25/2026 7:00 PM

The Garden Club at Wild Heaven West End

Senator Chris Murphy - Crisis of the Common Good

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8-Week Creative Nonfiction Workshop

08/03/2026 7:00 PM

Wild Aster Books

Over eight weeks, we’ll explore the elements that ...

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Poetry Readings, Slams and Spoken Word

Seasoned Dialogue featuring Lisa Marie Lovett at City Winery Atlanta

08/06/2026 8:00 PM

City Winery Atlanta

City Winery Atlanta presents Seasoned Dialogue fea...

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Seasoned Dialogue featuring Lisa Marie Lovett at City Winery Atlanta

08/07/2026 8:00 PM

City Winery Atlanta

City Winery Atlanta presents Seasoned Dialogue fea...

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Atlanta Literary Festivals

Upcoming Atlanta Book Events