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LA Times Festival of Books Features 550 Authors, Free Admission
4/18/2026
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- The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books is this weekend at the University of Southern California (USC), with over 550 authors and nearly 100 panels.
- Guests include Lionel Richie, Sarah Jessica Parker, Larry David.
- The festival opens with the 46th Book Prizes honoring Amy Tan for lifetime achievement.
- Attendees join discussions on family dynamics and the Asian American experience.
- Admission is free, with 'Friend of the Festival' packages for seating.
