Throngs of book lovers will flock to the Portland Art Museum (and neighboring venues) on November 2 for the Portland Book Festival, which always promises an unmatched lineup of buzzy wordsmiths. While this year's roster hasn't yet been announced, it's bound to be a who's-who of the literary world: Last year's event included standout writers like Viet Thanh Nguyen, Tommy Orange, and food writer Liz Crain alongside picture book superstars Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen. Plus, Portland Book Festival Cover to Cover, a week (October 28-November 3) of "neighborhood literary encounters," will return for its third year, bringing more book-loving vibes to spots across the city. The festival will include discussions with over 80 authors across 10 stages, food truck vendors, and a book fair. Why not stop by to snag a book you're actually excited to read?