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WELCOME TO THE LITERARY CAPITAL OF THE LAKES!

THE LITERARY CAPITAL OF THE LAKES

Why is Grand Haven, Michigan the “Literary Capital of the Lakes?”

Bookstores!

Grand Haven is home to numerous book stores, from stores where you can brand new, hot off the printing press novels and used book stores like the Book Cellar, where you’ll immediately be greeted by some of the friendliest book fanatics in the world, there are immeasurable opportunities for book shopping in Grand Haven, Michigan.

the magical land of Oz? 

Legendary author and storyteller Frank L. Baum, who wrote the classic The Wizard of Oz, spent his summers in his writing cottage, just south of Grand Haven. Many fans and Michiganders believe the land of Oz to be inspired by the beauty of Michigan’s western Lakeshore: The Third Coast.

THE FESTIVAL

The final reason is looking you right in the face! The Third Coast Author & Book Festival draws some of the world’s biggest authors to beautiful beach town Grand Haven. Third Coast definitely furthers Grand Haven’s reputation as the “Literary Capital of the Lakes.”

THE "BEAUTIFUL BEACH TOWN"

Held in BEAUTIFUL BEACH TOWN GRAND HAVEN, the Third Coast Author & Book Festival is a reader’s dream. The PERFECT vacation for book fanatics, or day trip for local literature lovers. Spend your day meeting your favorite national and local authors at local businessess and shops, watching author panels at the Central Park Auditorium, and relaxing in the ultimate beach town.

In the Grand Haven Area, you’ll discover one of the most genuine, relaxed four-season vacation destinations on Earth. Where the people make you feel like you belong, the natural beauty asks you to stare in awe and the diverse mix of annual area events creates family traditions and memories celebrated for years to come.

a unique variety of amazing authors.

A HUGE LINEUP EVERY YEAR

Third Coast brings together hundreds of local, national, and international authors, poets, illustrators, and publishers for one extraordinary weekend. It consists of over 200 authors, the vast majority of which it is totally free to meet. This year, the festival lineup truly consists of some of the biggest names in the world. Authors will be announced leading up to the festival.
W.H Chizmar

NYT Bestselling Co-Author

Jimmy Juliano

#1 NYT Bestselling Author

Erin A. Craig

#1 NYT Bestselling Author

Richard Chizmar

Top Horror & Thriller Author

NYT Bestseller


 
Lisa Childs

#1 USA Today and NYT Bestselling Author

 
FESTIVAL CREATORS & LOCAL USED BOOK STORE

THE BOOK CELLAR

THERE'S ALWAYS SOMETHING GOING ON AT THE BOOK CELLAR...

The Book Cellar is a new and used book shop in Centertown Grand Haven. We sell new and consignment books of all types. We also have rare and autographed books. Special orders any time! Open seven days a week! Taking care of all your reading needs. Books on Consignment = Newer books at used prices. Bring in your books and receive 33% of the sale price in book credit. You do not need an account to purchase books, but if you have one you will save a ton of money.

There's always a cool event going on over at the Book Cellar - including Third Coast, this awesome festival created and run by the Book Cellar team.

If you're in town, make sure you stop in at the Book Cellar to get a book and, at the very least, meet the huge cute dogs always lying among the bookshelves.

8 N 7th St, Grand Haven, MI