This year, Epic will be right in the middle of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
From April 18\u201319 at the University of Southern California, we\u2019re proud to sponsor the Children\u2019s Stage and host a full weekend of reading-focused activities designed to spark curiosity and bring stories to life for kids of all ages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Where Stories Come to Life<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1-8-1.png\")
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nIf you\u2019ve ever watched a child meet their favorite book character, you know how quickly reading can shift from something they have to do to something they genuinely enjoy. That\u2019s the energy we\u2019re bringing to the festival!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Epic will host two live sessions on the Children\u2019s Stage: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n- Saturday, April 18 (11:50 AM \u2013 12:15 PM)
<\/strong>Join beloved Biscuit<\/em> author Alyssa Satin Capucilli and illustrator Pat Schories for a joyful storytime, followed by a live drawing that shows how Biscuit comes to life on the page. <\/li>\n\n\n\n- Sunday, April 19 (11:50 AM \u2013 12:15 PM)
<\/strong>Bestselling author Andrea Beaty will share the story behind the Questioneers <\/em>series\u2014which includes favorites like Ada Twist<\/em> and Rosie Revere<\/em>\u2014and how curiosity and creativity shape her characters. There\u2019ll also be an audience Q&A moderated by Cat Ninja author Matt Cody!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nStop by the Epic Booth<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBeyond the stage, you\u2019ll find us in the Red Zone at Booth 609.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Families can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Explore Epic on iPads<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Join arts and crafts activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Spin for prizes and giveaways<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pick up books and connect with the team<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Meet Cat Ninja!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
We\u2019ll also be hosting a Meet and Greet and book signing with Cat Ninja author, Matt Cody on Saturday at 1 PM. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why It Matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEvents like the Festival of Books remind us that reading doesn\u2019t happen in isolation. It happens in conversations. In the excitement of seeing a story unfold, on stage, on a page or in a child\u2019s imagination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At Epic, that\u2019s what we\u2019re always working toward. Not just access to books, but moments that help kids want to keep reading. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re attending the festival, we\u2019d love to see you there! Stop by, say hello and let your kids explore what catches their interest. Get your free<\/strong> tickets and check out the schedule of events on the LA Times Festival of Books website<\/a>.
<\/p>\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \u25b6<\/span> What is the LA Times Festival of Books?<\/summary>\n \n It\u2019s one of the largest book events in the country. A weekend filled with authors, stories and hands-on activities for families and readers of all ages.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n \n \u25b6<\/span> How is Epic involved in the event?<\/summary>\n \n Epic is sponsoring the Children\u2019s Stage. We\u2019re also hosting live sessions with authors and running a booth with books, activities and interactive experiences.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n \n \u25b6<\/span> Are the Epic sessions good for all ages?<\/summary>\n \n Yes, especially for younger readers and families. Storytime, live drawing and author conversations are designed to be fun, interactive and easy to follow.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n<\/div>\n\n
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nIf you\u2019ve ever watched a child meet their favorite book character, you know how quickly reading can shift from something they have to do to something they genuinely enjoy. That\u2019s the energy we\u2019re bringing to the festival!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Epic will host two live sessions on the Children\u2019s Stage: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- Saturday, April 18 (11:50 AM \u2013 12:15 PM)
<\/strong>Join beloved Biscuit<\/em> author Alyssa Satin Capucilli and illustrator Pat Schories for a joyful storytime, followed by a live drawing that shows how Biscuit comes to life on the page. <\/li>\n\n\n\n- Sunday, April 19 (11:50 AM \u2013 12:15 PM)
<\/strong>Bestselling author Andrea Beaty will share the story behind the Questioneers <\/em>series\u2014which includes favorites like Ada Twist<\/em> and Rosie Revere<\/em>\u2014and how curiosity and creativity shape her characters. There\u2019ll also be an audience Q&A moderated by Cat Ninja author Matt Cody!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nStop by the Epic Booth<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Beyond the stage, you\u2019ll find us in the Red Zone at Booth 609.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Families can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- Explore Epic on iPads<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Join arts and crafts activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Spin for prizes and giveaways<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pick up books and connect with the team<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Meet Cat Ninja!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
We\u2019ll also be hosting a Meet and Greet and book signing with Cat Ninja author, Matt Cody on Saturday at 1 PM. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why It Matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Events like the Festival of Books remind us that reading doesn\u2019t happen in isolation. It happens in conversations. In the excitement of seeing a story unfold, on stage, on a page or in a child\u2019s imagination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At Epic, that\u2019s what we\u2019re always working toward. Not just access to books, but moments that help kids want to keep reading. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re attending the festival, we\u2019d love to see you there! Stop by, say hello and let your kids explore what catches their interest. Get your free<\/strong> tickets and check out the schedule of events on the LA Times Festival of Books website<\/a>.
<\/p>\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\u25b6<\/span> What is the LA Times Festival of Books?<\/summary>\n
\nIt\u2019s one of the largest book events in the country. A weekend filled with authors, stories and hands-on activities for families and readers of all ages.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n
\n\u25b6<\/span> How is Epic involved in the event?<\/summary>\n
\nEpic is sponsoring the Children\u2019s Stage. We\u2019re also hosting live sessions with authors and running a booth with books, activities and interactive experiences.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n
\n\u25b6<\/span> Are the Epic sessions good for all ages?<\/summary>\n
\nYes, especially for younger readers and families. Storytime, live drawing and author conversations are designed to be fun, interactive and easy to follow.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n<\/div>\n\n
- Sunday, April 19 (11:50 AM \u2013 12:15 PM)