Morristown Festival of Books returns for 2025!

Keynote Event (Get Tickets Here)

On the eve of America’s 250th anniversary, join us in Morristown for an unforgettable evening as we welcome Rick Atkinson, two-time Pulitzer Prize–winning historian as our 2025 Keynote Speaker. Discussing his latest bestseller, The Fate of the Day: The War for America, Fort Ticonderoga to Charleston, 1777-1780, Atkinson will bring to life the sweeping story of the American Revolution from the very ground where key moments unfolded. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the foremost voices in historical scholarship today.

Created by and for people who love books, MFOB has become a destination event for authors and readers. Since its inception, the fest has established itself among the top book festivals nationwide, drawing thousands of annual attendees to enjoy:

• In-person talks by world-class authors
• A diverse roster that has grown to more than 300 authors over the festival’s tenure
• Multiple Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award winners, Newbury and Caldecott medalists, and New York Times bestselling fiction and non-fiction luminaries along with emerging voices across all genres
• Unique engagement opportunities between readers and writers
• Special events for children, teens, and YA fans of all ages

Learn more here!