Cleveland Akron, OH, September 3, 2026 — The city of Cleveland is set to host a month-long celebration of literature with the Cleveland Book Fest, presenting a diverse array of events throughout September. The festival aims to engage readers and writers with activities spanning author interactions, educational conferences, and entertainment for families, with events taking place at multiple locations across the city.

A central highlight of the Cleveland Book Fest is the prestigious Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards ceremony. This acclaimed event is scheduled for September 18 and will be held at the Maltz Performing Arts Center. The Anisfield-Wolf Awards recognize books that address significant social justice issues and interpret the complexities of human experience, making the ceremony a key date in the literary calendar.

Beyond the Anisfield-Wolf Awards, the Book Fest is curating a comprehensive schedule of programming. Attendees can anticipate engaging author conversations, offering insights into creative processes and literary works. For aspiring writers and established authors alike, writing conferences are planned, providing opportunities for professional development and networking within the literary community. Additionally, the festival is incorporating family-friendly activities designed to foster a love of reading among younger audiences and their guardians.

The organizers have arranged for these various literary gatherings to occur at various venues throughout Cleveland, aiming to make the festival accessible and visible across different neighborhoods. Further details regarding specific event timings, participating authors, and the exact locations beyond the Anisfield-Wolf Awards ceremony are expected to be announced by the festival organizers.


Story summarized from the original created by Cleveland Book Fest Partners on www.clevescene.com, see more information here.

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