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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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Lynn Cullen Book Launch Party

01/20/2026 6:30 PM

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center

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Lynn Cullen Book Launch Party

01/20/2026 6:30 PM

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center

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Creative Writing Workshop

01/20/2026 7:00 PM

Wild Aster Books

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Lynn Cullen

01/21/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

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Ninajirachi @ Believe Music Hall

01/23/2026 10:00 PM

Believe Music Hall Atlanta

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Julian Winters & Kate Goldbeck

01/27/2026 7:00 PM

Eagle Eye Book Shop

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Ken Belson - Every Day Is Sunday

01/28/2026 7:30 PM

The Imperial

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Livingston Lecture featuring Ken Belson

01/29/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

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Aaron Colton – Writing Through Writer’s Block

01/31/2026 4:30 PM

A Cappella Books

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02/03/2026 7:00 PM

Wrecking Bar Brewpub

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Anjali Enjeti – Ballot

02/12/2026 7:00 PM

Georgia Center for the Book

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Aurora Theatre presents: Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart

02/17/2026 10:00 AM

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Aurora Theatre presents: Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart

02/17/2026 11:45 AM

Aurora Theatre

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Aurora Theatre presents: Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart

02/18/2026 10:00 AM

Aurora Theatre

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Aurora Theatre presents: Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart

02/18/2026 11:45 AM

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Aurora Theatre presents: Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart

02/19/2026 10:00 AM

Aurora Theatre

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Aurora Theatre presents: Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart

02/19/2026 11:45 AM

Aurora Theatre

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Jon Meacham

02/19/2026 7:00 PM

Atlanta History Center

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An Evening with Ina Garten - Be Ready When the Luck Happens

02/19/2026 7:30 PM

Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre

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Aurora Theatre presents: Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart

02/20/2026 10:00 AM

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Poetry Readings, Slams and Spoken Word

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Creative Writing Workshop

01/20/2026 7:00 PM

Wild Aster Books

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Poetry for Survival ~ A Workshop for Queer Poets

01/21/2026 7:00 PM

The Supermarket

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Whitney Hanson: Words Never Die Tour 2026

02/15/2026 6:00 PM

Eddie's Attic

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Sons Of Town Hall

02/18/2026 7:00 PM

Eddie's Attic

Sons of Town Hall live at Eddie's Attic!

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