The Grit City Comic Show is bringing back the classic comic book convention. Here, guests can dig through endless boxes of comics, shop from local vendors, and hear from accomplished comics creators, novelists, gamers, and more. Check their website for a full list of featured writers, creators, voice actors, and … [Read more...] about Grit City Comic Show
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Holiday Bookfest
Book lovers unite at this annual celebration of books and reading. Shop Bookfest for the perfect bookish gift, meet authors, and support local literacy causes. This festival will take place on Saturday, November 21, from 2 to 4 p.m. Entry is FREE. Follow their Facebook page and Phinney Books' website for updates … [Read more...] about Holiday Bookfest
Short Run Comix Festival
Whether you make comics or you're just a fan, the Short Run Comix Festival will have something for you. Over 200 artists, distributors, publishers, and other industry professionals will be tabling and offering their creations and services. Wander the booths, attend special programming from professionals and experts, … [Read more...] about Short Run Comix Festival
The Seattle Antiquarian Book Fair
Booksellers, book professionals, and anyone with a passion for antique books are invited to join other professionals and enthusiasts for a two-day affair all about books. The Seattle Antiquarian Book Fair (SABF) hosts dealers and vendors from across North America and offers fascinating educational sessions from experts … [Read more...] about The Seattle Antiquarian Book Fair
Horror-Fest at Tacoma Public Library
Tacoma Public Library's Horror-Fest is the perfect spooky literary event for adults and older teens looking to embrace their love of books and relax this October. Stop by the library to hear from a well-known horror author and enjoy festivities after the author talk. Horror-Fest is Saturday, October 31 from … [Read more...] about Horror-Fest at Tacoma Public Library
Independent bookstores are key to Seattle’s literary scene
Independent bookstores in the Seattle-Tacoma metro region are staffed by passionate, well-read booksellers. These neighborhood fixtures are the ultimate storytelling backdrop. They are places where you can quietly immerse yourself among the bookshelves, join a lively book discussion group, listen to an author reading, … [Read more...] about Independent bookstores are key to Seattle’s literary scene
25 books to read aloud with family during the holiday season
Here are our suggestions for books to read aloud with family over the winter break. All of the books are available at local libraries, some in several formats including audio books and eBooks. Many would also make wonderful gifts. We've proposed a wide range of themes, including Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa … [Read more...] about 25 books to read aloud with family during the holiday season
Free books delivered to children age 5 and under in Washington State
Every child age five and under in Washington State can receive free age-appropriate books delivered by mail every month through the Imagination Library program. Dolly Parton's Imagination Library In 1995, beloved country entertainer Dolly Parton started the flagship program of her nonprofit Dollywood Foundation. … [Read more...] about Free books delivered to children age 5 and under in Washington State
Free fun things to do at the library might surprise you
Public libraries are a wonderful resource if you want fun, free things to do. Puget Sound regional library systems including Seattle Public Libraries (SPL), King County library system (KCLS), Pierce County libraries, and others offer more than just books for checkout. You can also listen to music, watch movies, get … [Read more...] about Free fun things to do at the library might surprise you
Best places to browse, buy, and trade used books
The following organizations are great places to buy used books in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. Some also hold book fairs or book sales throughout the year--look for these in the calendar list below. It's a great way to donate or trade books you no longer want to the local economy. If the host group … [Read more...] about Best places to browse, buy, and trade used books
