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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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Hernan Diaz in conversation with Tayari Jones - Ply

10/04/2026 7:00 PM

The Garden Club at Wild Heaven West End

Each ticket includes a signed hardcover edition of...

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8-Week Wild Aster Creative Fiction Workshop

10/05/2026 7:00 PM

Wild Aster Books

Want to learn how to write your own stories? Join ...

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Lee Bains in conversation with Peter Biello - Work Lunch

10/06/2026 7:00 PM

Georgia Center for the Book

Lee Bains in conversation with Peter Biello - Work...

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Lost and Found: A Compassionate Guide to Homeownership: An Evening with Mercury Stardust

10/06/2026 7:00 PM

Central Presbyterian Church

Lost and Found: A Compassionate Guide to Homeowner...

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Meet the Author with Michael Lucker

10/06/2026 7:00 PM

Georgia Writers Museum

black:GWM's October Meet the Author presenter will...

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Aiken Lecture featuring Bobby J. Smith II in conversation with Abra Lee

10/07/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

Sociologist and author Bobby J. Smith II discusses...

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Yotam Ottolenghi in conversation with Kim Severson - Simple Too

10/09/2026 7:00 PM

The Carter Center

Each ticket includes a signed first edition of "Si...

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Free Chattahoochee Riverfront Book Release Event in Sandy Springs

10/10/2026 5:00 PM

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Island Ford Unit

Join Reed V. Tuckson for the release celebration o...

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10/11/2026 2:00 PM

Downtown Alpharetta

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Georgia Public Broadcasting and A Cappella Books present Malcolm Gladwell in conversation with GPB’s Peter Biello - The American Way of Killing

10/12/2026 7:30 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Malcolm Gladwell returns with “The American Way of...

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Nathaniel Philbrick in conversation with Patrick Allitt

10/13/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

National Book Award winner and Pulitzer Prize fina...

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It's Only Dancing: An Evening with Jasmine Guillory

10/16/2026 7:00 PM

Decatur Library

It's Only Dancing: An Evening with Jasmine Guillor...

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Silent Book Club - Marietta Chapter

10/20/2026 6:30 PM

The Third Door

At Silent Book Club, there’s no assigned reading, ...

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Kerry Kennedy in conversation with Pat Mitchell - Ethel Kennedy: The Extraordinary Life and Bold Legacy

10/20/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

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Tue., Oct. 20
Ethel Kennedy: The Extraordinary Life and Bold Legacy, by Kerry...

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Kerry Kennedy in conversation with Pat Mitchell

10/20/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

Atlanta History Center and A Cappella Books are th...

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Book talk: Rabbi Adina Allen, Jewish Studio Project

10/20/2026 7:00 PM

Candler School of Theology

The Place of All Possibility is a paradigm-shiftin...

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Ashley Wright McIntyre Lecture featuring Isabella Tree

10/21/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

All tickets include access to lecture, book signin...

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Night at the Museum: Mystics & Monsters

10/23/2026 6:00 PM

The Oddities Museum, Inc

Join us for the new release of Southern Monsters a...

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Amy Rigby in conversation with Chad Radford - Girl to Country

10/24/2026 4:00 PM

Criminal Records

CRITIC’S PICK
Sat., Oct. 24
Amy Rigby, Girl To Country, Criminal Records — A Cappella Books is...

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A Court of Thorns and Roses Midnight Release Party

10/26/2026 10:00 PM

Little Shop of Stories

After years of waiting we finally have a release d...

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Poetry Readings, Slams and Spoken Word

Atlanta Storytellers The Songs That Shape Us

Atlanta Storytellers: “The Songs That Shape Us” at Eddie's Attic

10/06/2026 6:45 PM

Eddie's Attic

Atlanta Storytellers presents a night of true pers...

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Atlanta Storytellers The Songs That Shape Us

Atlanta Storytellers: “The Songs That Shape Us” at Eddie's Attic

10/06/2026 9:00 PM

Eddie's Attic

Atlanta Storytellers presents a night of true pers...

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Reed

Free Chattahoochee Riverfront Book Release Event in Sandy Springs

10/10/2026 5:00 PM

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Island Ford Unit

Join Reed V. Tuckson for the release celebration o...

—Read Article

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Art Out Loud Open Mic: Speak Your Truth Edition

10/10/2026 6:00 PM

Westview Makers Space

Open Mic Variety Show Welcoming ALL Talent

Featu...

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