2nd Annual Words of Wonder Literary Festival

10201 South Cottage Grove Avenue,Chicago IL 60628

29 July, 2023

Description

The 2nd Annual Words of Wonder Literary Festival is a celebration of books-to-be-written and books-to-be-read. Come join us on July 29th for a literary festival on the South Side of Chicago designed with young readers and writers of all ages in mind! We will have interactive literacy and art programming, opportunities for youth and families to connect with community resources, animated storytelling by Black authors and illustrators, a diverse group of book vendors and installations for all ages, story-based dance, interactive writing workshops, Indigenous and African styled drumming, a wide range of live music, healthy food choices and snacks, giveaways and much more!! Our 2023 Author Headliner is the amazing Jason Reynolds! Our 2023 Illustrator Headliner is the talented Jerry Craft! Our 2023 Mainstage Moderator is Dr. Eve L. Ewing! We are excited to have Dr. Gholdy Muhammad lead an workshop for parents and educators too. This event is hosted by Burst Into Books This event is supported by a Chicago Presents grant from the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Event.