Join us for the return of True Lit, the annual festival celebrating the literary traditions of NWA! From October 12–19, Fayetteville Public Library will host a variety of events to reach all age groups and interests – workshops in screenwriting and poetry, author talks, story times and literary-themed craft activities can be found all week!
True Lit has brought many celebrated authors to NWA, and this year is no different – Nic Stone, Melissa Stewart, Greg Neri, and Andrea Cohen will educate and inspire through their work. Whether you are an avid reader, a rising creative or simply eager to discover diverse perspectives and ideas, True Lit welcomes you!
True Lit is devoted to the tremendous literary traditions Northwest Arkansas has fostered over the years. Literary roots run deep in Fayetteville, providing the fertile ground that continues to produce talented and acclaimed writers in the region. Our community loves great literature, and in the past the festival has presented distinguished authors such as R.L. Stine, Jack Gantos, Jacqueline Woodson, Lois Lowry, Gene Luen Yang, Jarret Krosoczka, Louis Sachar and Kwame Alexander.
True Lit is in collaboration with the Fayetteville Public Library, Fayetteville Public Schools, Fayetteville Public Education Foundation, and University of Arkansas Program in Creative Writing and Translation.