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Louisiana
Center for the Book
Celebrating Readers, Writers and Their Books
If you are looking for Information on author submission criteria, follow this link or email the Louisiana Book Festival Office with questions concerning author submissions.
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Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Contact us
Louisiana
Center for the Book
Celebrating Readers, Writers and Their Books
If you are looking for Information on author submission criteria, follow this link or email the Louisiana Book Festival Office with questions concerning author submissions.
SEND US EMAILLouisiana Center for the Book
701 N. Fourth St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
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The 2012 Louisiana Book Festival arrives Saturday, Oct. 27! Come join the fun in the heart of Baton Rouge at the State Library of Louisiana, Louisiana State Capitol, Louisiana State Museum and nearby locations.
The Louisiana Center for the Book and State Library of Louisiana proudly presents Louisiana's free, world-class literary celebration. This national award winning event offers unique opportunities for book lovers of all ages to interact with exceptional writers, poets and storytellers and enjoy an inspiring variety of book-related activities, exhibitions and demonstrations.
Writers, Poets and Storytellers!
The Authors Party!
Writing WordShops!
Children's Activities!
Festival Information
| Sponsors | Press Room | Lodging |
When & Where
Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Louisiana State Capitol, State Library of Louisiana & Louisiana State Museum
Spanish Town Road at N. 4th St.
Baton Rouge
ADMISSION IS FREE!
Festival Site Map
At A Glance Schedule
Parking
In addition to parking along the street, you will find parking lots near the Capitol. The Galvez Parking Garage (see our Overview Map), will be available as well.
Volunteer Information
Thank you for your interest in the Louisiana Book Festival.Book-loving volunteers are essential to the Louisiana Book Festival’s success. Whether it’s escorting authors, guiding visitors, selling refreshments, working with children in the Young Readers Pavilion or other fun and rewarding assignments, the Louisiana Book Festival wants you to join the Volunteer Team. These pages are designed to give you necessary volunteer information as well as general information about the Festival. Volunteer ProfileVolunteers for the Festival are needed, and typically include employees from Louisiana and Baton Rouge businesses; librarians from public, academic, school and special libraries; high school students; Louisiana writers; undergraduate and graduate students from institutions of higher education; and book lovers in general! Thank you for your interest in and commitment to the Louisiana Book Festival. Fill out this form to volunteer. If you have any questions please call 225.219.9503 or email "lbfvolunteer@state.lib.la.us |
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About the 2012
Louisiana Book Festival Artwork
Karen Bourque
Glass photographed by Marie Constantin. marieconstantin.com
EXHIBITORS
For a list of exhibitors and vendors or if you’re interested in exhibiting, visit these links:
INFORMATION CENTERS
Information Centers are located at Spanish Town Road and North 4th Street and in front of the Louisiana State Capitol.
Centers provide information concerning special needs access; arrange sign language interpretation and on-site transportation for visitors with disabilities; and distribute maps, schedules and programs. Reproductions of the LBF program are available here as well.
Additional services include First Aid and Lost and Found.
SPECIAL NEEDS
Free wheelchair accessible parking is available in the south parking lot of the Library (enter from North 3rd Street) and in designated spaces at the southeast corner of the Capitol. See our Overview Map.
On the day of the festival, those with special needs may request on-site transportation at either of the LBF Information Centers. Sign language interpretation is provided. Requests for sign interpretation programs may be made at the LBF Information Tents. Service is limited and will be provided on a first come, first served basis.
Those with special needs who would like to make inquiries before the festival may call the festival office at 225.219.9503
Events & Workshops
AUTHORS PARTY
FOCUS ON YOUTH
FOOD & MUSIC
ONE BOOK, ONE FESTIVAL
STORYTELLERS & OTHER CHILDRENS ENTERTAINERS
WORDSHOPS
Works & Authors
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Louisiana Writer Award
Louisiana Writer AwardThe Louisiana Writer Award is given annually to recognize the extraordinary contributions to the state’s literary heritage exemplified by the artist's body of work.
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Featured Authors and Other Participants
Featured Authors and Other ParticipantsMore than 145 writers, poets and panelists present reading and book talks or participate in interviews or panel discussions. Most authors will autograph their featured books in the Barnes & Noble Bookselling and Signing Tent about 15 minutes following their featured presentations.
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"Program Listings by Genre
Program Listings by GenreJust about every genre you can name is represented at the Louisiana Book Festival. There is something for everyone! Check it out.
Louisiana Center for the Book
Louisiana Book Festival
CELEBRATING READERS, WRITERS & THEIR BOOKS!
If you are looking for Information on author submission criteria, follow this link or email the Louisiana Book Festival Office with questions concerning author submissions.
LCB Office:
Robert Wilson701 N. Fourth St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 219-9503
(225) 219-9840 (fax)
Exhibits Coordinator:
Lesli Gray
(225) 342-4938
Volunteer Coordinator:
Robert Wilson
(225) 219-9503
www.state.lib.la.us