The annual book-lover’s extravaganza, the Bay Area Book Festival, returns to Downtown Berkeley May 31 and June 1, with a ...

Some of the biggest names in the literary world gather this troubled year to discuss “changing the narrative.” ...

Under the leadership of executive director J.K. Fowler, who was appointed in 2024, the festival once again is huge, with nearly 300 speakers, more than 80 panels and interactive events at multiple ...