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    Humanities Texas will host its thirteenth annual Holiday Book Fair at the historic Byrne-Reed House in Austin on Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Twenty-two Texas authors will visit with the public and sign copies of their latest books, which Humanities Texas will offer for purchase at a discounted price. Available titles include works of fiction and nonfiction, with selections for both adult and young readers.

    This year's authors include:
    Chris Barton • Greg Beets and Richard Whymark • H. W. Brands • Norma E. Cantú • Edward Carey • Elizabeth Crook • George Getschow • Xelena González • S. C. Gwynne • Laeken Zea Kemp • Mark Atwood Lawrence • Jardine Libaire • James Magnuson • Taylor Moore • Roger Reeves • Carmen Tafolla • Don Tate • Ron Tyler • Bill Wright and Marianne Wood • Lawrence Wright

    All proceeds benefit Texas libraries. Street parking can be found in the neighborhood surrounding the Byrne-Reed House. Coffee and bake sale treats will be available. Invite your friends! Friends of Humanities Texas receive an additional 25% percent discount on Holiday Book Fair purchases!

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