Thursday, January 14, 2016

Teen Book Festivals Galore!

YAK Fest 2016 is coming on Saturday, January 30, 2016!  Make plans now to attend Keller ISD’s fifth annual young adult book festival at Keller ISD’s
Keller Central High School from 9:00 AM5:00 PM.
Hear from 29 amazing YA authors such as Julie Murphy (keynote speaker), Michael Buckley, Jessica Brody, Lauren Oliver, Robison Wells, Kimberly Derting, Lindsay Cummings, Victoria Scott, Alex London, and many more! There will also be workshop rooms devoted to writing stories, writing poetry, storytelling, and anime illustration. Check out the YAK Fest website  to see a list of all the authors and the schedule for the day.  

Yes, YAK Fest is FREE and open to all middle and high school students and adults that love to read YA literature. But remember to bring money to purchase books, food, drinks, & t-shirts. Food trucks will be on site to sell BBQ, pizza, & sandwiches. More food and drinks will be available for purchase inside the school so plan to eat your morning snack, lunch, & dessert at YAK Fest.

AND...

YAY! The Texas Teen Book Festival announced the date for #TTBF 2016 today! TTBF 2016 will be at St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas on Saturday, October 1st!