Announcements

Celebrated Authors and Creators Headline LA County Library’s Inaugural Next Chapter Writers’ Summit

A powerful lineup of award-winning authors, industry professionals, and emerging voices will take the stage at LA County Library’s first-ever Next Chapter Writers’ Summit, a free literary festival held on October 5, at West Hollywood Library and West Hollywood Park.

The writers’ summit, themed Celebrating LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC Voices, brings together a wide range of storytellers for a day of panels, workshops for teens and adults, and conversation, affirming the importance of diverse perspectives in literature at a time when the freedom to read is being challenged.

“Stories shape how we see the world,” said Dr. Skye Patrick, County Librarian and Director of LA County Library. “The Next Chapter Writers’ Summit is a vibrant tribute to the power of storytelling and its ability to connect, heal, and inspire. We’re honoring the richness of our communities and encouraging writers of all backgrounds to take up space, share their truth, and shape the future of literature.” 

Featured Authors, Creators, and Industry Voices

  • Jacqueline Woodson
  • Justin Torres
  • Adam Silvera
  • Michelle Tea
  • Julia Lee
  • Meredith Maran
  • Jen Wang
  • Abdi Nazemian
  • Christopher Guerrero
  • Michelle Denise Jackson
  • Halle Mariner
  • E.P. Tuazon
  • Esinam Bediako
  • Eddie Gamarra
  • Jordan Hamessley
  • Erinn Pascal
  • Melanie Figueroa
  • Aimee Lim
  • Edward Underhill
  • Alexandria Juarez
  • Taylor Capozzola

In addition to the author programs, the day will include resources for writers, opportunities to meet literary agents and editors, and library tools designed to support creators.

Time: 10 am to 6:30 pm at .

Details: LA County Library’s website.

Venue:West Hollywood Library 625 N San Vicente Blvd,

West Hollywood and West Hollywood Park, 647 N San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood

Reporters Desk

Recent Posts

Against the Algorithm: Dayramir González Champions Authenticity with V.I.D.A.Tour

This month, Angelenos who truly believe music is life will be able to get treated…

19 minutes ago

POLB News: MV Mississippi Containers Secured, Port Records Second-Busiest August

To date, 32 containers have been recovered from the water around the cargo vessel Mississippi.…

53 minutes ago

Gov. Newsom Names New CARB Chair, Announces Additional Appointment

SACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom Sept. 15 announced that California Air Resources Board or CARB…

1 hour ago

Michael Stearns Studio Ignites Dialogue with Public Discourse

In an era of conflict and division, Public Discourse asserts art's unique capacity to translate…

1 hour ago

Long Beach City Council Adopts Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

  The Long Beach City Council Sept. 9 voted to adopt the City of Long…

2 hours ago

Random Happening: San Pedro Festival of the Arts 2025 Comes to Peck Park

Bring a picnic basket, join in a Bollywood step or a flamenco turn, and enjoy…

3 hours ago