Dig into live book events, the latest appearances by authors, and more with our roundup of 11 book and literary events happening in Houston in November 2025.
The big book event this month is the annual Ann and Stephen Kaufman Jewish Book & Arts Festival. I have always loved the variety of books and authors spotlighted at this festival, which has multiple events the first two weeks this month.
When I read Lolá Ákínmádé Åkerström’s In Every Mirror She’s Black, I recommended it to everyone I knew. I’m super excited she’ll be at Kindred Stories this month, discussing her latest novel, Bitter Honey.
Another book I am super excited about is Kiran Desai’s The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny. I’m about to take a much-needed vacation, and that book is in the pile to come along. I’ll miss seeing her at Inprint’s reading series. But you really shouldn’t!
If you’re a writer, look into a self-publishing workshop hosted by WriteSpace, and consider signing up for an evening of readings at Brazos Bookstore.
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Top 11 Book & Author Events in Houston: November 2025
Ann & Stephen Kaufman Jewish Book & Arts Festival at ERJCC | Saturday, November 1 to Wednesday, November 19 – Experience Jewish literature, culture and the arts at one of the country’s largest book festivals of its kind, with author talks, book discussions and more. Prices vary by event. Festival packages $54+; $39+ members. Prices and times vary. Get tickets.
Performing Arts Houston: An Evening with David Sedaris | Tuesday, November 4 – Known for his sardonic wit and social critiques, David Sedaris is one of the country’s most-loved and respected humorists. He’s the author of the bestsellers Calypso, Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, and he’s back in Houston for a night of observations and humor. $33+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Lolá Ákínmádé Åkerström Author Talk at Kindred Stories | Thursday, November 6 – The bestselling author of the international bestseller In Every Mirror She’s Black talks about her work and her latest novel, Bitter Honey, which explores the complicated relationships between mothers and daughters. Copies of the book can be purchased prior to or during the event. $5. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
WIVLA & Houston Writers Guild: Haunted Holidays at Brazos Bookstore | Saturday, November 8 | FREE – Gather for an evening of readings by local authors, sharing works about Halloween, El Dia De Los Muertos, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s Eve, and other holiday events. Writers are welcome to sign up to share their work. 6pm to 8pm. Learn more.
WriteSpace: How to Self-Publish & Market Your First Book | Sunday, November 9 – If you’ve got that manuscript completed or nearly done and are curious about going the indie route, check out this session where you’ll learn about the basic steps for self-publishing. $70; $55 members. 1pm to 4pm. Get tickets.
Author Oyinkan Braithwaite at Murder by the Book | Thursday, November 13 | FREE – The author of My Sister, The Serial Killer comes to Houston to talk about her latest novel, Cursed Daughters, the story of a young woman who must shake off a family curse and the widely held belief that she is the reincarnation of her dead cousin. The author will sign copies of her books and books must be purchased from the store to be signed. 6:30pm. Learn more.
The Progressive Forum: Joyce Vance at Congregation Emanu El | Thursday, November 13 – The Former US attorney and acclaimed MSNBC legal commentator, Joyce Vance will discuss her book Giving Up is Unforgivable: A Manual for Keeping Democracy. $54+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Lit with Families: 2025 Texas Family Literacy Festival at Discovery Green | Saturday, November 15 | FREE with RSVP – Designed for children and their caregivers, this celebration of reading and literacy includes free books, facepainting, performances, food, prizes, giveaways and other fun. 10am to 6:30pm. RSVP.
2025 Zine Fest Houston at The Orange Show World Headquarters | Saturday, November 15 | FREE – The grassroots festival gathers media creators from across Houston to share their zines, mini-comics, and other forms of small press, alternative, underground, DIY media and art. Noon to 6pm. Get tickets.
Inprint Margarett Brown Root Reading Series: Kiran Desai at Alley Theatre | Monday, November 17 – The author, who won the prestigious Booker Prize in 2006 for her novel, The Inheritance of Loss, will read from and discuss her latest novel, The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny. $6.50. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Author JeriLynne Clifford at Blue Willow Bookshop | Saturday, November 22 – The author who made a name for herself writing modern comfort food recipes signs and talks about her latest cookbook, The Vineyard Table. Books must be bought from the book store to be signed. 4pm. Learn more.
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