On Saturday, October 11, the Central Library is open to registered Heartland Book Festival attendees only. Regular services, such as hold pickups, public computers and phones, and public meeting rooms, will not be available.
Independent bookstores are making a comeback. Since 2020, hundreds have opened across the country, including in the Kansas City metro area. Several bookstore owners, both veterans and newbies, discuss their dedication to the written word through author events, book signings, and other activities. They also discuss partnerships with community agencies to promote literacy.
