Poet, essayist, professor, editor and novelist Kwame Dawes will read from his most recent work and discuss themes and ideas that are recurring in his most recent works of prose and poetry.

The Nebraska Book Festival is held to celebrate Nebraska’s literary heritage and contemporary authors and to stimulate public interest in books, reading, and the written word. By gathering together contemporary writing talent of our state and surrounding areas, the festival provides an opportunity for participants to cultivate an understanding of our history, culture and community.