Cape Fear Book Festival Returns to Wilmington

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The second annual Cape Fear Book Festival is set to take place on November 15-16 at the Main Library in downtown Wilmington. Organized by the New Hanover County Public Library and the Friends of the New Hanover County Public Library, the festival aims to provide local authors with the resources and opportunities they need to grow and reach a broader audience. The event will feature a range of activities, including workshops, a keynote address, and a book sale, showcasing the work of over 65 vendors. This year's festival promises to be an exciting event for book lovers and aspiring writers alike.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Cape Fear Book Festival is returning for its second year, scheduled to take place on November 15-16 at the Main Library in Wilmington.
  • The event is organized by the New Hanover County Public Library and the Friends of the New Hanover County Public Library.
  • The festival will feature a range of activities, including WriteOn! Workshops, a keynote address by author Kianna Alexander, and a Cover-to-Cover Book Sale showcasing the work of over 65 vendors.
  • Registration is required for the workshops and is now open online.
  • The event is free and open to the public, providing an opportunity for local authors to engage with interested readers and talk about their work.
  • Christine Ingram, Librarian and event coordinator, expressed excitement about the festival and its potential to support local writers and welcome community members into the new Main Library.
  • The festival aims to provide local authors with resources and insights to further their work and help them reach a broader audience.

Statistics:

  • The festival will take place over two days, from November 15-16.
  • The event is organized by the New Hanover County Public Library and the Friends of the New Hanover County Public Library.
  • The festival will feature over 65 vendors showcasing their work.
  • The WriteOn! Workshops will take place on Saturday, culminating in a keynote address by author Kianna Alexander.
  • The Cover-to-Cover Book Sale will take place on Sunday from 2-5 p.m.
  • Registration for the workshops is now open online.

Sources:

  • New Hanover County Public Library Press Release (no date provided)
  • Quote from Christine Ingram, Librarian and event coordinator