ARPress continues to strengthen its international literary presence through its participation in major global events, and its involvement in the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books (LATFOB) 2026 at the University of Southern California (USC) reflects this ongoing commitment. Taking place on April 18–19, 2026, LATFOB remains one of the most important literary gatherings in the United States, bringing together publishers, authors, and readers in a shared space dedicated to books, ideas, and cultural exchange. ARPress plays a central role in this environment by showcasing its authors, expanding readership opportunities, and connecting its publications with a broad and diverse literary audience.
The festival, organized annually by the Los Angeles Times, serves as a major hub for the publishing industry, where authors and publishers gain visibility, connect with readers, and engage in conversations that shape contemporary literary culture. With hundreds of exhibitors and a wide range of programming, LATFOB creates direct pathways for authors to present new works, reach wider audiences, and participate in discussions that extend beyond the page. For ARPress, this environment supports its mission of amplifying author voices and positioning its catalog within a global literary marketplace.
Across the USC campus, the festival unfolds as a layered cultural experience, with open-air stages, author panels, book signings, and live readings running throughout the weekend. Conversations move fluidly between genres and disciplines, bringing together fiction writers, journalists, poets, and thought leaders in a shared exchange of ideas. Attendees move through exhibitor booths showcasing both major publishing houses and independent presses, discovering new releases and engaging directly with the creative minds behind them.
The festival also creates space for reflection and dialogue through curated programming that addresses contemporary social, cultural, and literary themes. From storytelling sessions to panel discussions on identity, justice, and imagination, the event encourages deeper engagement between writers and readers. This environment fosters not only discovery but also connection, as audiences encounter stories that reflect both personal experience and broader human realities.
Within ARPress’s featured presentation, The Intercessor’s Call: Praying Heaven to Earth in Churches, Home, and Beyond by Selenia Kunawave a spiritually grounded and action-oriented Christian workbook designed to equip believers with the knowledge and discipline of intercessory prayer. The book goes beyond traditional devotional reading by offering a hands-on approach to spiritual growth. Each lesson builds upon biblical principles while providing practical exercises that help readers actively engage in prayer for their churches, families, and wider communities.
Kunawave presents prayer as a divine assignment—one that requires intentionality, consistency, and spiritual awareness. The book emphasizes that believers are not merely observers of life’s challenges but are called to participate in God’s work by “bringing heaven to earth” through prayer. This perspective transforms prayer from a routine activity into a purposeful and impactful spiritual practice.
The book carefully explains what it means to stand in the gap for others—praying not only for personal needs but for the spiritual health of churches, the well-being of families, and the transformation of communities. Each section combines scriptural teaching with guided reflections and exercises, allowing readers to immediately apply what they learn. This interactive format ensures that the book is not just read, but experienced.
The book also highlights the urgency of intercession in today’s world. Kunawave addresses the spiritual challenges faced by modern churches and households, pointing out that many struggles persist due to a lack of consistent and intentional prayer. By teaching readers how to pray strategically and with purpose, the book empowers them to become active participants in spiritual renewal. Ultimately, it delivers a clear message: intercession is a powerful responsibility, and when practiced faithfully, it has the ability to influence real change both spiritually and practically.
It challenges readers to step into a higher level of faith, to engage in meaningful intercession, and to become instruments of change in their families, churches, and communities. For anyone seeking to deepen their prayer life and make a tangible spiritual impact, this book offers a powerful and transformative journey.
For ARPress, participation in LATFOB 2026 reinforces its mission to support authors across diverse genres and backgrounds while expanding the reach of their work to an international audience. The festival offers a unique opportunity to present books in a highly visible, interactive setting where literary discovery and professional collaboration intersect.
Beyond its exhibitor halls and programming stages, LATFOB contributes significantly to cultural life, literary education, and the publishing ecosystem. It supports authors in building readership, helps publishers identify new opportunities, and encourages public engagement with literature in a way that is both accessible and meaningful.
As LATFOB 2026 continues, ARPress remains focused on amplifying voices, strengthening author-reader connections, and ensuring that literary works reach audiences in an environment designed for discovery, dialogue, and lasting literary impact.
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