LITERATURE

USC alum’s powerful story inspires debut novel, ‘Belonging’

Jill Fordyce explores how pivotal adolescent moments can shape who we become.

Celebrating South Korean science fiction

Doheny’s East Asian Library focuses on futuristic media in their recent exhibition.

At USC, “Let’s Talk About George Floyd”

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Toluse Olorunnipa spoke about the life and times of Floyd.

‘All That Consumes Us’ spooks this season

The thrilling book is an irresistible page turner.

Embrace spooky season with these scary books

From classic “Frankenstein” to “Carrie,” there are many books to read this October.

Isaacson’s ‘Elon Musk’ unravels the tycoon

‘Elon Musk’ is a full-throttle voyage into the mind of the maverick who didn't just reach for the stars – he built a Starship to get there.

Upcoming sapphic books to watch for

From romance to thriller, this year has entertaining and inclusive reads in store.

In photos: L.A. Times Festival Of Books turns the page

A new chapter of the event took place on Saturday and Sunday with hundreds flooding campus to find their new favorite read.
Shandela speaks into a mic from a crowd of people

Shandela Contreras: Young poet uplifts community with spoken word

Shandela Contreras, a sophomore majoring in English with an emphasis on creative writing, uplifts her community as a published author, Los Angeles Youth Poet Ambassador and creative writing teacher.
A festival of books banner hangs from a light pole.

Los Angeles Times Festival of Books returns to USC campus this weekend

The largest book festival in the country, the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, is making its annual return to the University of Southern California. The festival will run at the University Park Campus on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Stacks of books

TIMELINE: A history of the Festival of Books

For the 11th year, the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books is returning to USC's campus for a weekend of events, performance and connection through a shared love of literature. This timeline follows the history of this annual event.

Must-reads of the Festival Of Books

Headlining authors come to share some of their latest work.