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📚 You’ll want to bookmark this upcoming book festival

The Kentucky Book Festival boasts three stages of author talks, workshops, and panels.

October 17, 2025 • 
Emily Shea-Owen
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The Kentucky Book Festival returns for its 44th year on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Joseph-Beth Booksellers.

Celebrate the joy of reading with three stages of author talks, workshops, and panel discussions — including a special appearance by bestselling author Gretchen Rubin, sharing her “Secrets of Adulthood: Simple Truths for Our Complex Lives.”

Also featured at this year’s festival: creative, family-friendly activities and a free book for kids 14 and under.

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