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August 7, 2025
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Literature
Salem

Salem Literary Festival 2025: Your Guide to Five Days of Literary Magic

by John Andrews
Mark your calendars! The Salem Literary Festival 2025 transforms historic Salem into a literary wonderland from September 3-7. This beloved annual celebration brings together acclaimed authors, emerging writers, and book lovers for five extraordinary days. Best of all, the entire festival remains free to attend, making world-class literary programming accessible to everyone. Salem Literary Festival 2025 Opening Night Features Allegra
August 7, 2025
August 14, 2024
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Festivals
Salem

Salem Literary Festival 2024: A Celebration of Books and Authors

by John Andrews
Mark your calendars, book lovers! The Salem Literary Festival is back for its 15th year, promising five days of literary delights from September 4-8, 2024. This beloved event, presented by the Salem Athenaeum in partnership with Salem Public Library, brings together over 60 local, national, and international authors for a feast of readings, discussions, and workshops. Festival Schedule Wednesday, September
August 14, 2024