Los Angeles Literature Events: 12/08/25 – 12/14/25
Another busy week in the Greater Los Ángeles literary community. There are all the typical events including open mics, workshops, readings and kid’s events. Some local writers featuring this week are: Pam Concepcion, Samantha Rios, Eddy M. Gana, Trinity Nguyen, Luis J. Rodríguez, Susan Straight and Susan Hayden, among others. Continue reading Los Angeles Literature Events: 12/08/25 – 12/14/25
From the Heart of a Writer to the Heart of the World
Former Los Angeles Poet Laureate Luis J. Rodriguez preserves the rich, early literary history of L.A.’s Eastside from 1978 to 1984. Alongside writers such as Helena Maria Viramontes, Mary Helen Ponce, and Manazar Gamboa, among others, he helped build the Chicano/a/Latinx literary community that continues to flourish in Los Ángeles today. Continue reading From the Heart of a Writer to the Heart of the World
Los Angeles Literature Events: 12/01/25 – 12/07/25
The final month of 2025 is here. It kicks off with the inaugural Palabra Book Fest at MasArte Gallery in Santa Ana. Plus, all the other typical events including an LGBTQIA event. Some local writers featuring this week are: Marcus Clayton, Nell Cross Beckerman, V. Kali, Holaday Mason, Laura Sermeno, Amara Jackson and Myriam Gurba, among others. Continue reading Los Angeles Literature Events: 12/01/25 – 12/07/25
The Influencers: Writers Talk About Who Shaped Their Work – Katherine Preza Leonor
The 10th installment of Los Angeles Literature’s interview series “The Influencers: Writers Talk About Who Shaped Their Work” features Salvadoran American debut author, Katherine Preza Leonor. Continue reading The Influencers: Writers Talk About Who Shaped Their Work – Katherine Preza Leonor
Los Angeles Literature Events: 11/24/25 – 11/30/25
Thanksgiving week and there are still some literary events you can attend around Greater Los Ángeles. There are all open mics (even a queer open mic), readings, workshops, book clubs and more. Some local writers reading this week are: Katherine Preza Leonor, Cody Sisco, Alyesha Wise, Diosa Xochiquetzalcoatl and VOTH, among others. Continue reading Los Angeles Literature Events: 11/24/25 – 11/30/25
Broken
The escalation of ICE raids that began in Los Ángeles in June has touched all of Southern California, not least the literary community. Jessica Wilson, Executive Director of the Los Angeles Poet Society, shares how the raids have turned her life upside down. Continue reading Broken
Los Angeles Literature Events: 11/17/25 – 11/23/25
Los Angeles Literature’s list of weekly events is back.
There are all still open mics, readings, workshops, book clubs and more. Some local writers reading this week are: Myriam Gurba, Carolina Rivera Escamilla, Pam Concepcion, Jessica Gallion, Pam Ward and jimmy vega, among others. Continue reading Los Angeles Literature Events: 11/17/25 – 11/23/25
Beyond Baroque Cancels the 2025 Southern California Poetry Festival
NEA grant cancellation affects Beyond Baroque’s literary arts programming, leads to this weekend’s marathon fundraiser. Continue reading Beyond Baroque Cancels the 2025 Southern California Poetry Festival
No List of Weekly Events
There is no list of weekly events this week. However, included are a few to get people started. Continue reading No List of Weekly Events
Los Angeles Literature Events: 10/27/25 – 11/02/25
No book festivals this week, but still another busy one in the Greater Los Angeles Literary community. Open mics, readings, book clubs, workshops and a few LGBTQIA+ and kids events. Local writers reading this week are: Iris De Anda, Brenda Vaca, William Archilla, Robin Coste Lewis and Brian Dunlap, among others. Continue reading Los Angeles Literature Events: 10/27/25 – 11/02/25
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