SAVE THE DATE! 

This year, the book festival is scaled down to a free Friday evening of literary fun in Sonora, hosted by Sonora Writers, from 6-8 pm. It’s a free litcrawl and people can choose their venue. 

In 2027, Manzanita Writers Press will host authors and writers, hold workshops and seminars, and present an author book venue for signings and book sales in Murphys, CA. 

Friday, June 5th, 2026 

Sonora Writers Group and Manzanita Writers Press 

proudly present

2nd Annual Mother Lode Book Festival

Downtown Sonora, California

FRIDAY EVENING – June 5

Experience an inspiring lineup of readings in

Adult Open Mic Readings · Cowboy Poets & Writers · Poetry Slam · Children’s Literature & Poems

Stay tuned for updates about this celebration of words, creativity, and community!

For more information: Blanche Abrams blanchelabrams@gmail.com Festival Chair

Monika Rose: Manzanita Writers Press – Festival Committee member: manzanitawp@gmail.com