Third Coast Authors & Books Fest brings magic of storytelling to Grand Haven
About this episode
This episode explores the Third Coast Authors & Books Festival and features discussions with key guests involved in the event.
Today, we’re diving right into the magic of the Third Coast Authors & Books Festival—one of the most exciting bookish events on the lakeshore in beautiful Grand Haven set for March 21. Sponsored by authors Kiril Kristoff, Jennifer Montiel, Moravian Sons Distillery and Doc Chavent. Think great books, passionate readers, lively conversations, and a whole lot of inspiration packed into one unforgettable day. Whether you’re a reader, a writer, or someone who just loves the magic of storytelling, this festival—and this episode—is for you. I’m joined by some incredible guests who help make the festival happen, along with talented authors who bring the stories to life. So grab your favorite drink, settle in, and let’s celebrate books, community, and the stories that connect us all. Our magic guests today are: Mike O'Brien, festival founder and owner of The Book Cellar and author magicians Jean Davis and Verra West. Copyright (c) 2026. Emma Blogs, LLC. All rights reserved.
People in this episode
Host: Emma Palova
Guests: Mike O'Brien, Jean Davis, Verra West
Topics covered
- book festival
- storytelling
- community
- authors
- literature
Keywords
- Third Coast Authors & Books Festival
- storytelling
- Grand Haven
- authors
- literature
- community
- book festival
Sponsors
Moravian Sons Distillery, Doc Chavent
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Grand Haven
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