Author Paula Yoo chats with twins Abby and Zach Vasko, 13, during the L.A. Times Festival of Books at USC. (Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles Times)
Each year, the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books draws authors representing diverse genres, from established figures to emerging talents, and attendees who engage with panels and discussions, storytelling sessions, book signings and interactive exhibits. A wealth of experiences awaited readers of all ages at this year's event over the weekend at USC.
Mary Lara adds to the "Tell us what you're reading" board, alongside daughters Aria Cook, 4, and Selena Cook, 8. (Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles Times)
Julian Obubo and Ani Kelemdjian roam the festival. (Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles Times)
USC cheerleaders and band members perform during the festival. (Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles Times)
Readers wait for the next event. (Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles Times)
Karlie, 11, reads "The Summer She Went Missing" by Chelsea Ichaso. Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles TimesSusan Olson's sticker made a big statement. Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles TimesTiffany Haddish sings after her panel. Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles TimesJeezy speaks with L.A. Times editor Jevon Phillips about his memoir "Adversity for Sale: Ya Gotta Believe." Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles Times
RuPaul, onstage with his sisters, discusses his memoir "The House of Hidden Meanings." (Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles Times)
From left, Sharon Levin, Kim Johnson, Paula Yoo, and Jennifer Baker speak at the "Do the Right Thing: Social Justice and Dystopias in Young Adult Fiction" panel on the Young Adult Stage. (Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles Times)
Books are available for purchase. (Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles Times)
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