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September 23, 2024 • 
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This year’s festival boasts 37 events and will take place at the historic Dock Street Theatre.

Photos provided by Charleston Literary Festival, Inc.

Bookmark your calendars for the 2024 Charleston Literary Festival, happening Friday Nov. 1-Sunday, Nov. 10. Head to Dock Street Theatre to hear from world-class authors, including:

  • Nikki Giovanni | Internationally-renowned poet and activist
  • Claire Messud | Wrote “This Strange Eventful History” + was nominated for the 2024 Booker Prize
  • Rachel Kushner | Wrote “Creation Lake” + was nominated for the 2024 Booker Prize
  • Colm TĂłibĂ­n | Wrote “Long Island,” an Oprah’s Book Club Pick
  • And more

See the full lineup + snag tix

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