A Conversation with Renowned Author Ben M. Freeman
Renowned author Ben M. Freeman discusses reclaiming the Jewish story in a thoughtful conversation at the Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles. The moderated talk explores history, identity, and culture, offering fresh perspectives on literature and memory within an intimate, intellectual setting.
Jamie Lynn Sigler with Laura Dave
Join actress Jamie Lynn Sigler in conversation with bestselling author Laura Dave at Vista Del Mar in Los Angeles. A compelling literary discussion on storytelling, careers, and contemporary fiction with two acclaimed writers.
CalArts Writers Showcase
CalArts Writers Showcase brings emerging CalArts authors to REDCAT in downtown Los Angeles for a night of live readings and conversations, blending contemporary literary voices with the venue's dynamic performance space.
An Evening with Alex Elle
Join New York Times bestselling author Alex Elle for an intimate evening at the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles as she discusses her new book, The Company We Keep, exploring friendship, boundaries, and emotional responsibility in a candid conversation with guests.
Poetry: A.E. Stallings
Acclaimed poet A. E. Stallings gives a solo reading at the Hammer Museum, sharing new and beloved poems in a refined evening of contemporary verse, with attentive narration and a focus on craft, translation, and musicality. The program blends translation insights with lyrical per
JANM Book Club: Safe Passage with Evelyn Iritani
Join the JANM Book Club at the Japanese American National Museum as Evelyn Iritani leads a discussion of Safe Passage. This literature-focused mingle invites readers to reflect on Japanese American experiences and share insights in a museum setting.
One Book, One Coast: They Called Us Enemy
Join Santa Monica's One Book, One Coast for a citywide reading of They Called Us Enemy by George Takei. This multi-week program invites the community to read along and discuss the graphic memoir, with events hosted in Santa Monica venues from April 1 to May 31, 2026.
Migrant Hearts: An Afternoon with Reyna Grande & Julissa Arce
Join award-winning author Reyna Grande for an afternoon of storytelling and dialogue as she presents Migrant Heart: Essays About… at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes. Julissa Arce joins for a engaging literary discussion on migration, memory, and resilience in a free RSVP event.
Saved by a Story–Intergenerational Writing Group
Join a multi-generational writing workshop on June 10, 2026 at the Glorya Kaufman Community Center (Wende Museum) where participants aged 14+ respond to prompts, share stories, and build community through creative writing in Los Angeles.
Xicanx Futurism: Flash Fiction, Poetry, and Essays Exploring Xicanx Sci-Fi
In-person at Beyond Baroque and streamed on YouTube, this reading night showcases Xicanx Futurism: Gritos for Tomorrow and Codex I. Featuring Natalia Rivas, Henry Madrid, Osmani Ochoa, and others, the program blends flash fiction, poetry, and essays exploring a Xicanx tomorrow.
Beyond Baroque Reading Series
An evening of contemporary poetry and prose at the historic Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center in Los Angeles. This reading showcases diverse writers as part of the venue's literary calendar, offering intimate performances in a warm, artsy setting.
Cherry Pie Press: A New LGBTQ Poetry Imprint
Cherry Pie Press launches two LGBTQ poetry titles with live readings by Tee Gardiner and Khalifa Mitchell at Beyond Baroque in Los Angeles, with a lineup that includes Kwyn Townsend Riley, Kwynology, Yana Orlando, Espi Love, Natasha Dennerstein, and Jeffrey Bryant. The event will be held in person and streamed on YouTube, celebrating queer voices in contemporary poetry.
Godlike: Richard Hell at Beyond Baroque
Richard Hell gives a solo reading from his novel Godlike at Beyond Baroque in Los Angeles. The intimate, in-person event channels the raw energy of 1970s downtown New York poetry as Hell reads passages about love and rebellious art. An essential stop for fans of punk-lit fusion.
Table Reading: What is Authority?
An intimate, in-person table-reading at Beyond Baroque in Los Angeles, exploring Hannah Arendt’s What is Authority and Fred Dewey’s The School of Public Life through close readings and live interpretation. Led by Renée Petropoulos and the FRDLP, this session runs 10:00–12:30.
UN World Poetry Day: A Celebration in the Poets' Garden
An in-person World Poetry Day celebration at Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center in Los Angeles, featuring a diverse slate of international poets. Presented in partnership with the UN Association Los Angeles, the evening gathers voices from many countries for a communal poetry reading and celebration.
Beyond Baroque Reading Night
An intimate reading night at Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center in Los Angeles on March 27, 2027 at 7:30 PM. Local poets and writers share fresh works in a candlelit setting known for bold literary programs.
Apocalypse Thriving: L.A. Book Launch for Camille Hernandez's Motherlands
LA book launch at Beyond Baroque for Camille Hernandez's debut poetry collection Motherlands, a lyrical meditation on motherhood, immigration, and the severance of migration. The in-person reading pairs with a YouTube livestream, celebrating resilience and unseen women's voices in a historic literary venue.