Susan Coll is the author of 5 acclaimed novels, and a longtime member of the GBF author family. This year at GBF, she’ll be introducing some of her students to our community in a program called, “The Novel Year.” The program is… Continue Reading
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Exhibitor Gage Shepherd. Age: 14. Current occupation: Author.
Hey it’s Gage Shepherd and this is my first time at Gaithersburg Book Festival. When I was in fifth grade, our class took a trip to the cafeteria to meet an author. Jason F. Wright had published a book called… Continue Reading
Free Writing Workshops on Mysteries, Flash Fiction, Marketing and More Offered for Adults and Teens
Have you always wanted to write a mystery novel? Interested in exploring flash fiction? Are you an author looking to market your book? These are just a sample of what you can learn during the free writing workshops offered by… Continue Reading
Top Authors and Illustrators to Lead Free Workshops for Children
Children of all ages can explore their creativity in writing and illustration at the Gaithersburg Book Festival. A full day of free workshops, designed for elementary, middle and high school students, will be led by some of today’s top authors… Continue Reading
Printable 2018 GBF flyer
We’re all so excited for the big show on May 19th! If you’d like printable 2018 GBF flyers to post anywhere and everywhere, just click here , download, and print.
Gaithersburg Book Festival Announces High School Short Story Contest Finalists
The Gaithersburg Book Festival has announced the names of nine finalists for its eighth annual Short Story Contest for high school students. The first-, second- and third-place winners and the fan favorite will be announced at the Festival on Saturday, May 19, 2018.… Continue Reading
Gaithersburg Book Festival Welcomes Diverse Authors to The Children’s Village
On Saturday, May 19, 2018, literature will be brought to life for children of all ages at the Gaithersburg Book Festival through story time in multiple languages, writing workshops and a multitude of activities, crafts and games in the Children’s… Continue Reading
Long-lost Reward for German Assassin’s ID to be Paid 146 Years Later at the Gaithersburg Book Festival in Maryland
Author Ann Marie Ackermann, German Mayor Will Present the Reward in May A year after releasing her debut true crime book, “Death of an Assassin,” author Ann Marie Ackermann will be joined by special guests at the Gaithersburg Book… Continue Reading
Gaithersburg Book Festival Launches Eighth Annual Short Story Contest with Bigger Prize Pot
For the second year in a row, the Gaithersburg Book Festival is giving high school students the freedom to explore their writing creativity, with no opening lines or artwork to serve as inspiration, for its short story contest. The festival… Continue Reading
Special Event: An Evening with Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Join us for a special event! On September 26, internationally-renowned novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie will be with us for a special discussion of her first novel, “Purple Hibiscus.” The event is part of the One Maryland One Book program produced by the Maryland Humanities… Continue Reading