Stay safe and save the date for the
    2021 Morristown Festival of Books!

    OCTOBER 8 & 9, 2021

    MFOB 2021 is happening!

    Planning is well underway for this year’s Festival! We are currently determining the best way to adapt in order to bring our wonderful authors and beloved readers of all ages together while prioritizing everyone’s safety and well-being. 

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    MFOB: A literary event for all

    Created by and for people who love books, MFOB has become a destination event for authors and readers. Since its inception, the fest has established itself among the top book festivals nationwide, drawing thousands of annual attendees to enjoy:

    •  In-person or live virtual talks by world-class authors
    • A diverse roster that has grown to more than 300 authors over the festival’s tenure
    • Proudly boasting multiple Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award winners, Newbury and Caldecott medalists, and New York Times bestselling fiction and non-fiction luminaries along with emerging voices across all genres
    • Unique engagement opportunities between readers and writers
    • Special events for children, teens, and YA fans of all ages
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    KidFest 2021 is on!

    KidFest is about the power of books in each child’s life. Our team is planning for an in-person event with authors and illustrators who share their creative passion with our most important readers! Current CDC guidelines will determine our decisions and safety protocols for this event.

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    Our Mission

    Since 2014, the Festival has brought the community together to celebrate the power of the written word.

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    Past Authors

    We have hosted Pulitzer Prize winners, NYT bestsellers, Newbury and Caldecott medalists, and more.

    See the full list
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    Donate to MFOB

    Learn more about sponsorships and other giving opportunities for businesses and individuals.

    Support the Festival

    Thank you to our Official Festival Sponsor for their continuing generosity and support

    Would you like to get involved with the Festival?

    Learn about becoming a sponsor or volunteer

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    Shop local!

    We are delighted to have Bookends in Ridgewood as our Official Festival Bookseller and The Bookworm in Bernardsville as an Independent Bookstore Partner. We hope you will support these local independent booksellers when making your next book purchases!