Listen as novelist and playwright Angela Jackson-Brown, author of "When Stars Rain Down" and novelist Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle, author of "Even As We Breathe," discuss writing historical fiction with a southern twist. Michael A. Almond, author of "The Tannery," will act as moderator. This session takes place in the Writer's Room. Join at Joseph-Beth Booksellers, or […]
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Heather Wibbels, the "Cocktail Contessa," shows the audience how to make two of the signature cocktails from her new cookbook, Bourbon is my Comfort Food, at the Kentucky Book Festival on October 29. Click "Learn More" to watch the video!
In this panel discussion, authors John N. Maclean, William Hinekebein, and Ron Ellis discuss writing books chronicling a life well-spent in nature. Click "Learn More" to watch the video!
Lisa Haneberg, author of "Stiff Lizard" and a founding board member of the Lexington Writer’s Room, and Elaine Munsch, co-editor of "Mystery with a Splash of Bourbon" and member of the Derby Rotten Scoundrels writing group, will discuss what it takes to build a writing community with Lisa M. Miller, author of "The Heart of […]
New York Times bestselling author and FOX News host Brian Kilmeade will discuss his new book "The President and the Freedom Fighter: Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass, and Their Battle to Save America’s Soul" on the Main Stage. Join at Joseph-Beth Booksellers, or watch the livestream from here on Saturday, November 6. This event is free […]
Barbara Kingsolver discussed her new novel Demon Copperhead with Jan Isenhour at Joseph-Beth Booksellers as part of the Kentucky Book Festival on October 29, 2022. Click "Learn More" to watch the video!
Whether writing a thrilling, plot-twisting mystery or an agent-on-the-case, these authors truly know how to keep readers on the edge of their seats. Tune in to hear them talk about key elements in writing the perfect crime.
Learn how four authors of contemporary fiction--Meg Cabot, Colleen Oakley, Sheila Williams, and Kimmery Martin--tackle writing dynamic leading ladies. Are they inspired by real women they've encountered, friendships they've experienced, or romantic entanglements they've witnessed? Tune in to find out.
Writing books for middle and high schoolers takes empathy, insight, relatable characters, humor, a dash of drama, and a whole lot more. Learn from these authors of fiction for tweens and teens as they discuss the full recipe for writing with this age group in mind.
Inventive and illustrative with their words, learn how these talented poets craft powerful and compelling work. Featuring poet Nana Lampton in conversation with Jeremy Paden, Caroline Randall Williams, and Leatha Kendrick about their latest collections.
Tune in to this fun, upbeat session, where children’s book author and illustrator Will Hillenbrand chats best tips and tricks to get kids of all ages excited about reading with these three talented picture book authors.
Grab your favorite bourbon or beverage of choice and join Peggy Noe Stevens & Susan Reigler, authors of “Which Fork Do I Use with My Bourbon?” as they explore the nuances and tasty noshes that make for a successful bourbon tasting.