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. One of this year’s most anticipated entries is The Etiquette Guide for Trailer Folk by Michael R. Smith, showcased in the Book Gallery. This unique self-help book offers practical advice for navigating life in a trailer park setting. Drawing from his own experiences, Smith provides readers with tips on maintaining civility and respect in close-knit, often unconventional communities.
Michael R. Smith has been published in numerous poetry anthologies and has written dozens of short stories for several magazines. His solo debut, The Illustrated Poetry of Crazy Bear, was met with wide acclaim and sold out quickly. The illustrations were created in his watercolor painting studio. He currently lives in Northern Nevada with his companion, Susan, and a small herd of cats.
The book covers various aspects of trailer park life, including managing relationships with neighbors, handling communal spaces, and dealing with the challenges of living in a mobile home environment. Through a blend of humor and sincerity, Smith aims to foster a sense of community and understanding among trailer residents.
Whether you’re a long-time trailer resident or someone considering this lifestyle, The Etiquette Guide for Trailer Folk offers valuable insights into creating a harmonious living environment.
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