LATMG Los Angeles Times
FESTIVAL OF BOOKS
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
APRIL 17-18, 2027
Become A Volunteers

Hundreds of volunteers make the Festival of Books possible. Complete the form linked below to register your interest and get updates regarding volunteering for the 2027 festival. Please note, a formal volunteer application will be released closer to the festival.

Roles include:

  • Bookworms/Area Captains - Oversee other volunteers in panel rooms/other areas
  • Information Booths - Help direct guests and answer questions
  • Lines & Tickets - Assist guests waiting for panel rooms/events
  • Room Ushers - Assist guests entering and exiting panel rooms/events
  • Interactive Walls - Oversee guests solving giant crossword puzzles or “graffiti walls”
  • Author Escort - Guide authors/panelists to and from their speaking engagements
  • Book Signings - Help manage lines at signing areas
  • De Los Stage - Help guests engage in activities about “Everything Latinidad”