Annual book festival draws thousands in LA
- The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, the largest literary event in the US, was held over the weekend.
- The festival featured over 500 authors, musicians, and other guests across a variety of events.
- The two-day event attracted 155,000 attendees and allowed visitors to buy books from over 250 vendors and exhibitors.
- Notable guests included actor Matthew Perry and author James Ellroy.
- The free festival aims to promote readership and bring together readers and authors.