The Lehigh Valley Book Festival returns for its 6th year March, 2025!

The Lehigh Valley Book Festival is a celebration of books and the strong connections they forge – bringing published authors, illustrators, and readers together, through thoughtful, approachable, and inclusive programming. Founded and produced by Let’s Play Books Bookstore and sister store, The End: a bookstore. This year’s theme is Words Worth Sharing, with education surrounding media literacy and our democratic values of free expression and open access to knowledge. There will be a variety of creative and informative programs around that theme – including activities for all ages – in and around the Lehigh Valley. 

4pm Bethlehem Area Public Library (11 W Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018) – Banned Books Bingo with Red, Wine & Blue. This isn’t your average bingo game – it’s a chance to have fun and explore some of the most thought-provoking, daring, and impactful literature that has sparked both conversations and controversy. Plus, special guests Bethlehem Area Public Library Executive Director and author Josh Berk, authors Robin Gow and Gina Loveless will be on site as callers. $10 to reserve your seat. Library bingo is for entertainment purposes only.

7pm Nowhere Coffee Co – West End (3127 Tilghman St, Allentown, PA 18104) – Authors’ Reception Meet & Greet. Readers, local writers, and all LV Book Fest authors in town are invited to join us in a casual and delightful get-to-know you reception. Featured guest authors Abbey Lee Nash, Chaz Hayden, Aggie Blum Thompson and Robin Gow will each present for a few minutes about their latest book. Free, open to all.