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Continue reading →: Join Us at The Writer’s Scene
The Writer’s Scene is an exhibit area of the Arizona Author Book Festival featuring nonprofit organizations and businesses that serve and highlight the robust writing community in Arizona. Whether you’re published or an aspiring writer, it’s a wonderful opportunity to meet kindred spirits and make new friends, hang out with old…
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Continue reading →: Festival Entertainment Schedule
Join us on Sunday, April 27, 2025, in Phoenix All festival entertainment is free, though seating is limited. Arrive early to ensure a seat. 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Author Stage: Q&A with NY Times best-selling novelist Michael A. Stackpole Author Rose Gonsoulin, moderator; special appearance by members of the…
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Continue reading →: Drumroll, please…
Our 2025 Author Line Up: Start saving up your money now – you’ll want to attend the festival, chat with these talented authors, browse all the titles for sale, and fill your free tote bag with great books in a variety of genres. Visit our author page to learn about…
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Continue reading →: Become a Festival Supporter
Use Your Arizona Charitable Donation Tax Credit to Support SEEDs for Autism and the Arizona Author Book Festival If you pay Arizona state income taxes, you can control how that money is spent and have a positive impact on the lives of adults on the autism spectrum. Make a charitable…
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Continue reading →: FAQs
Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the Arizona Author Book Festival.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Warehouse 215 in Downtown Phoenix
215 E Grant Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
- Free Books: The first 1,000 kids (up to 17 years) will receive a book!
- Free Tote Bag: First 500 attendees get free tote courtesy of Half Price Bookstore – Paradise Valley.
- Arizona Authors: More than 40 authors from throughout Arizona, published in a variety of genres for all ages.
- Children’s Corner: Free book-themed make-and-take crafts, story time, and more!
- Author Talks: Inspiring presentations and book signings with best-selling authors.
- The Writer’s Scene: Vendors offering services or support to authors and writers.
- Writing on the Spectrum: Books and services by, for and about autistic and neurodivergent people.
- Spin & Win Raffle: First 500 attendees get a stamp card for a FREE Raffle Spin. Every spin wins!
- Shopping: Books! And book- and writing-themed souvenirs, gifts and more.
- Free valet parking: Courtesy of festival sponsor Epic Valet
- Food and drinks, live music, and more fun for all ages throughout the day!
Attendance is free, but if you present an Eventbrite ticket, you’ll also receive a free book box from Tempe-based Once Upon a Book Club (valued at $69.99). Click here to get your Eventbrite ticket!
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