The 2025 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books (LATFOB), held on April 26–27 at the University of Southern California (USC), was a significant cultural event that brought together a diverse array of participants and marked its 30th anniversary with a vibrant celebration of literature, culture, and community. The festival is known for attracting a large crowd each year. For instance, the 2024 festival drew over 150,000 attendees, and the 2025 event featured more than 550 writers, experts, and storytellers, along with hundreds of exhibitors.
The festival featured over 100 ticketed author events, children’s storytelling sessions, poetry readings, book signings, and more than 400 exhibitor booths. Notable participants in the 2025 festival included authors such as Stacey Abrams, Jon M. Chu, Amanda Gorman, Chelsea Handler, Ibram X. Kendi, and Rebecca Yarros, among many others. The festival’s success was also attributed to the generous involvement of volunteers who assisted with various aspects of the event, including welcoming attendees, staffing author events, and supervising book signings.
LATFOB 2025 emphasized accessibility and community involvement. General admission was free, with select programming requiring tickets. The festival’s partnership with the Department of Cultural Affairs ensured that a wide range of activities were available to attendees of all ages and backgrounds, fostering a welcoming environment for literary enthusiasts and families alike.
As LATFOB celebrates three decades of literary celebration, the 2025 festival underscored the importance of storytelling in shaping culture and community. With its diverse programming and commitment to accessibility, the festival continues to be a premier event for book lovers and cultural aficionados. The success of this year’s event sets a promising precedent for future festivals, ensuring that the tradition of literary celebration will continue to thrive in Los Angeles.
LATFOB 2025 offers a unique opportunity to explore new voices, groundbreaking ideas, and thought-provoking works of art. This year, one of the most anticipated entries is Advances in Overcoming Obesity by Dr. Tom Taylor, showcased in the Book Gallery. The book presents a comprehensive exploration of obesity, its challenges, and the evolving landscape of treatment options—particularly focusing on bariatric surgery.
Retired Professor of Surgery Dr. Tom Taylor grew up in Preston, England. He has taught at universities in Manchester, Edinburgh, and London, as well as at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. “I have been writing for over thirty years and have authored twelve books, including Upper Digestive Surgery, Surgical Gastroenterology, Case Studies in General Surgery, Pelvic Pouch Procedures, Overcoming Obesity, and Working with Weight.” He has also written more than one hundred scientific papers and holds ten U.S. patents.
Library Journal Magazine (December 2024 issue) features Honoring Holistic Health Habits: Down to Dealing with Deadly Diets by Dr. Thomas V. Taylor. Library Journal (LJ) is one of the most respected and widely read publications in the library field. It serves as an indispensable resource for librarians, library professionals, and information specialists, offering in-depth reviews, previews, and news about the latest developments in publishing, technology, and library management.
Renowned as a trusted guide, Library Journal enables library professionals to make informed decisions about their collections and services. By blending practical advice with thought leadership, the magazine fosters a community of professionals dedicated to advancing the mission of libraries as centers of learning, culture, and community engagement. Whether you are a public librarian curating materials for a diverse audience, an academic librarian managing digital resources, or a school librarian inspiring a love for reading, LJ provides the tools and insights needed to succeed.
Advances in Overcoming Obesity: Is There a Future for Bariatric Surgery? offers a comprehensive analysis of the current state of obesity treatment, highlighting innovations in both surgical and pharmaceutical options. It invites readers to contemplate the future of bariatric surgery in a world increasingly focused on effective medical therapies for weight loss and obesity management.
The same book is also recommended and advertised on the AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) website. AARP empowers people to choose how they live as they age. More than 100 million Americans are aged fifty and older, and they want their money, health, and happiness to last as long as they do. AARP is both a wise friend and a fierce advocate, focusing on the priorities of older Americans. Its mission—to enhance the quality of life for all as we age, not just for its nearly 38 million members—is at the core of everything it does. At its heart, AARP’s work can be summed up in twelve words: “We fight for and equip each individual to live their best life.”
AARP advocates for individuals aged 50 and over, along with their families, at the local, state, and national levels. The organization works on key issues such as updating Social Security, promoting retirement savings initiatives, ensuring access to affordable health care—including prescription drugs and long-term care—and fostering age-friendly communities with suitable housing, transportation, and support services.
The book ultimately promotes a multifaceted approach to obesity, suggesting that both surgical and non-surgical methods may play a critical role in addressing the epidemic of weight-related health issues.
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