The Las Vegas Book Festival will include former Nevada governors Richard Bryan and Bob Miller, who will present their memoirs. The event is free and open to the public and will take place at the Historic Fifth Street School in downtown Las Vegas on October 18, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This will be the 24th edition of the festival, according to the City of Las Vegas.
The festival's main event is the "Destined To Lead" panel featuring Bryan and Miller, moderated by Geoff Schumacher. Scheduled for 10:30 a.m., the panel will explore their careers and publications. Given the political backgrounds of both speakers, attendees may gain insights into Nevada's political landscape. Following the discussion, both authors will participate in a joint book signing. Bryan's memoir, My Life in Nevada Politics, covers his progression from his early legal career through legislative roles to his time as Nevada's U.S. Senator. "Miller's Son of a Gambling Man: My Journey from a Casino Family to the Governor's Mansion" traces his personal journey alongside Las Vegas’s transformation from a desert town to a major entertainment hub, as per the city's bulletin.
Information from the festival’s organizers indicates that since its inception, the Las Vegas Book Festival has grown into a popular cultural event, bringing together authors, poets, artists, and the literary community of Las Vegas. Alongside the panel featuring the former governors, the day will include a variety of activities such as discussions, children’s events, read-alongs, and book signing opportunities with multiple authors.
The event is sponsored by a combination of public and private organizations. It is presented by the city of Las Vegas and supported by Nevada Humanities, the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District, and Clark County Parks & Recreation. Additional details about the festival’s events will be announced closer to the date.
