Cincinnati's Book Festival: Books by the Banks 2008

Categories: Local Interest

The second annual Books by the Banks regional book festival will be held this Saturday, November 1 in downtown Cincinnati, and it is an event that is not to be missed.  Featuring nearly 100 authors representing books for all ages and interests, it promises to be a day to celebrate writers, readers, and the joy of reading. 

Many of the participating authors and illustrators are from the greater Cincinnati area, some are from farther afield, and some are former local residents who are returning to town for the event.  For example, Alan Gratz, former Cincinnatian who now lives in the mountains of North Carolina, will be making his return in order to promote his highly-praised series of mysteries for teens.  His "Horatio Wilkes Mysteries" first appeared in 2007 with Something Rotten, which has been recently followed by Something Wicked.  Each title gives a clue that the stories are influenced by the works of Will Shakespeare. 

Featuring authors of fiction, non-fiction, local and military history, cookbooks, and books for children, Books by the Banks also includes 22 different panel discussions and loads of activities for kids.  Make your way to the Duke Energy Convention Center at 5th and Elm Streets this Saturday between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm to meet some authors, buy some books, and to gather with hundreds of people who make reading an important part of their lives.