The Texas Book Festival, marking its 29th installment, took place November 16–17 in downtown Austin and at the Texas Capitol, bringing together authors and readers for a weekend of literary fun. Kid lit authors were invited for panels, book signings, storytimes, and interactive events for young readers. We’ve rounded up some highlights here.
Attendees preparing to enjoy the festivities.
(From l.) Cat Min, Mac Barnett, Shawn Harris, and A.G. Ford following a presentation at Bluebonnet Trail Elementary School for the Texas Book Festival’s Reading Rock Stars program.
Christina Soontornvat with fans during her book signing.
(From l.) authors J. Elle, Aiden Thomas, and moderator Mandy Curtis prepare for the “Romantasy Stories to Die For” panel.
(From l.) Erika Lynne Jones, A.G. Ford, Paula Yoo, and a guest enjoying the author reception on opening festival night.
Tony Weaver Jr., a Fall 2024 PW Flying Start, speaking during the “Grappling with the Voices Inside: Stories of Struggle and Triumph” panel.
(From l.) Authors Rex Ogle, Victoria Grace Elliott, Kazu Kibuishi, and Dave Valeza cool down with a sweet treat.
Loren Long greets a reader during a book signing.
Kari Lavelle signs a poster of favorite locations during the LitCrawl.
(From l.) Moderator Leila Sales in conversation with comics artist Charlene Bowles, author David Bowles, and Adrianna Cuevas for the “Plucky Protagonists and Their Adventures with the (Un)Dead” panel.
Anna Lapera signs copies of her middle-grade debut, Mani Semilla Finds Her Quetzal Voice.
