The Tampa Bay Times Festival of Reading celebrates its 30th anniversary by returning to an in-person format. Join Tampa Bay Times book editor Colette Bancroft as she interviews the acclaimed authors who will also field questions from the audience. Hear best-selling authors share insights into their latest books and writing process.
Local independent bookseller, Tombolo Books, will host a book market for sales and signings in the Palladium’s downstairs cabaret throughout the day.
This event is a fundraiser for the Tampa Bay Times Journalism Fund.
Program Agenda
| 9am – 6pm | Tombolo book sales and signings |
| 8am – 9am | VIP Coffee |
| 9am – Noon | Author Interviews |
| Noon – 1pm | Lunch |
| 1pm – 6pm | Author Interviews |
| 6pm – 7pm | VIP Happy Hour |
Featured Author
Dennis Lehane
Participating Authors
Charlayne Hunter-Gault
Peniel E. Joseph
Beth Macy
Lisa Unger
Barbara C. Cruz
Jeff Houck
Andrew T. Huse
Gary Mormino
Jack E. Davis
Gabrielle Calise
Kristen Hare
Craig Pittman
Paul Wilborn
For author bios and information on the festival, please visit https://www.tampabay.com/expos/festival-of-reading/.
Presented by Tampa Bay Times.
TICKETS
VIP: $50 – preferred seating, lunch, 15% off at the Tombolo Books onsite store.
General Admission: $25.
NOTE: Tickets available only through the Tampa Bay Times via this link.
