Mark your calendars for Saturday, Nov. 1, when the 2014 Louisiana Book Festival comes to town!
The Louisiana Center for the Book in the State Library of Louisiana is proud to present the 11th edition of this free, world-class literary celebration. Come join the fun from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. downtown at the State Library of Louisiana, the State Capitol, the Capitol Park Museum and nearby locations.
Whether you're young or old, just can't get enough of poetry or love to cook up some great Louisiana dishes, our national award winning event has something for every book lover.
The Louisiana Book Festival is your chance to meet exceptional writers while enjoying book-related activities and presentations.
2013 LBF VIDEO
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Festival information
The 2014 Louisiana Book Festival will take place on Nov. 1 in downtown Baton Rouge at the State Library of Louisiana, the State Capitol, the Capitol Park Museum, Capitol Park Welcome Center and nearby locations. Click here to view information about parking, event locations and more.
Comment from a 2013 LBF attendee
What did you enjoy most about the festival?
The explosion of literary and cultural forces that shape our state and the world.
Volunteer
Book-loving volunteers are essential to the Louisiana Book Festival's success. Whether it's escorting authors, guiding visitors, selling refreshments, working with children in the Young Readers Pavilion or other fun and rewarding assignments, the Louisiana Book Festival wants you to join the volunteer team.
