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Enjoy talks by bestselling authors, genre-focused panels, live entertainment, hands-on activities, and more at Read Freely Fest.

Photos provided by Richland Library

Book lovers, rejoice Read Freely Fest is taking over Richland Library Main in Columbia from Friday, March 28 to Sunday, March 30.

Start your weekend on the right page at the “Overdue” kickoff party. Then, meet NYT bestselling authors like Abbott Kahler and Patti Callahan Henry at interactive panels, get your favorite books signed, and experience an audiobook silent disco.

Plus, score great deals at a book sale, explore indie-published works, and connect with fellow literature lovers.

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