Richmond’s First Literary Festival | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

This Saturday, August 29th, Richmond hosts its first-ever Book Affair at the Quirk Hotel — a vibrant literary festival celebrating local authors across romance, fantasy, mystery, and more. Born from River Light Reads, a community-driven book club started last year by Mary Kathryn Pruett, the event fosters connection in a low-pressure, nostalgic setting perfect for readers and writers alike. With author signings, indie vendors, and panels on everything from queer fantasy to self-love through romance, it’s free to attend (just register for panels). Organizers dream big: turning Richmond into a…