Formerly known as the Sacramento Black Book Fair, the event is returning to Oak Park as the Sac BlkLit Book Fest.  The day-long event will be hosted by Underground Books and the Guild Theater at 40 Acres in Oak Park. 

Spend the day with incredible voices like Les Robinson, Anita Gayle Jones, and bestselling author Shaka Senghor, plus an inspiring Writing While Black panel with industry leaders. Don’t miss a powerful conversation with Sac State President Luke Wood, UC Davis Chancellor Gary May, and Kevin Johnson, and cap it off with a special fireside chat with actress and author Victoria Rowell on the re-release of her memoir The Women Who Raised Me. Join us for a day of storytelling, culture, and community. Register today!

Saturday, September 13

10am-11am – Author Discussion (Underground Books)
Authors will discuss their new releases and be available for book signings

11am-12pm – Writing While Black: Publishing, Platforms & Power (Guild Theater)
A panel discussion with book industry professionals on the topic of writing and publishing a book. 

12pm-1pm – “Shop Talk” discussion with Shaka Senghor (Guild Theater)
The Shop Talk series is back with a new author Shaka Senghor who will be discussing his new release “How to Be Free”

1pm-2pm – Conversation with President Luke Woods (Sacramento State University) & Chancellor Gary Mary (UC Davis) (Guild Theater)

2pm-6pm – VIP Reception Oak Park Brewery)
Join us for an exclusive VIP Reception offering an intimate opportunity to connect with featured event participants, including authors, speakers, and community leaders. Guests will enjoy curated refreshments, meaningful conversation, and a chance to engage.