The Acworth Book & Storytelling Festival returns to the historic Roberts School this August with a full day of words, wisdom, and a bit of fun for all ages. Readers, writers, and anyone who enjoys a good story will find plenty to enjoy with authors, storytellers, and book signings filling the schedule.
This year’s theme, “Ink & Echo: Writing the stories. Speaking the truth.”, highlights the ways stories continue to shape and reflect life. From page to stage, the event celebrates voices that inform, inspire, and entertain.
The day kicks off with keynote speaker Bren McClain, award-winning author of One Good Mama Bone, in conversation with writer T. M. Brown. Storytelling sessions will bring professional tellers to the stage, each with their own style and flavor. Families will especially enjoy the midday kids’ story time featuring Will and his guitar in the library.
Vendors will be on site throughout the day, and the afternoon closes with a panel discussion focused on preparing the next generation of storytellers. It’s a mix of conversation, performance, and book-filled browsing that keeps things lively from start to finish.
Schedule:
- 10:00–10:45 – Keynote Speaker: Bren McClain (One Good Mama Bone) in conversation with T. M. Brown
- 11:00–12:30 – Storytelling Session 1 (five tellers)
- 12:30–1:00 – Lunch Break (special kids’ storytime with Will and his guitar in the library)
- 1:00–2:00 – Storytelling Session 2 (four tellers)
- 2:00–3:00 – Panel Discussion: Preparing the Next Generation of Storytellers
Date:
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Time:
10 am to 3 pm
Admission:
Free
Address:
Roberts School Community and Education Center
4681 School Street
Acworth GA 30101
For more information, please contact Acworth Cultural Arts at (770) 672-0294 or @AcworthCulturalArts.
About Acworth Cultural Arts
Acworth Cultural Arts (ACA) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation located in Historic Downtown Acworth in the old city jailhouse. ACA seeks to make the Acworth area more vibrant, more inclusive, and more reflective of our heritage and cultures. We believe ART is the connective tissue that builds community! “SAY YES TO THE ARTS”
Hello!
My name is Elizabeth and I recently published a book. Is there an opportunity for new authors to participate in the event to sell books and network? Any information that you could provide would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
Looking forward to hearing Chris Joyner and Jessica Handler…our Speakers!
I am a new GA author. Would like to come to promote and sign books. Love to tell stories.