Richmond Diversity Center | 1407 Sherwood Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23220 | April 19, 2025 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

The African American Book Festival celebrates African Americans contributions to literature, books, literacy, and the literary culture. Now in multiple cities, we are spreading the joy of reading while bringing readers and writers together.

Each year you are invited to participate in the African American Book Festival for Independent Author taking place in multiple locations, including Richmond, VA, and Charlotte, NC. It promises to be an outstanding all-day experience for published authors, publishers, bookstores, as well as for the public. A full day of workshops is scheduled throughout the event, offering informative sessions led by publishing professionals on a variety of topics, that can be chosen upon your individual workshop preference.

Additionally, the African American Book Festival will feature live music, food and entertainment, children's activities, freebies and giveaways, and more!