Ron Kinscherf Joins Books by the Bay

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Children’s author Ron Kinscherf has been invited to appear at the Books by the Bay Literary Festival on March 28, 2026, in Pensacola, Florida. He will be participating as one of the festival’s children’s authors and will be reading and hosting a seminar for kids, contributing to the event’s robust youth programming.

Books by the Bay is Pensacola’s premier literary festival, organized by the Emerald Coast Writers and held at Bayview Park overlooking scenic Pensacola Bay. The festival is free and open to the public and is recognized as Northwest Florida’s largest literary event, drawing authors, readers, families, and book lovers from across the country.

🌟 What the Festival Offers

Books by the Bay features a full day of literary celebration, including:

Over 100 authors from across the region and the United States, including bestselling and award‑winning writers.
Book signings and meet‑and‑greets with featured authors.
Author readings and stage performances, including a competitive Readers Showcase featuring children’s, YA, and multi‑genre authors.
A festival bookstore and a vibrant marketplace of literary vendors and exhibitors.
Children’s programming, including story times, youth author readings, creative activities, and hands‑on projects.
Resources for writers, including presentations, community connections, and opportunities to meet regional literary organizations.
Family‑friendly activities, poetry contests, and community performances.

The festival runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bayview Park and surrounding community buildings. Admission is free.

🎉 Ron Kinscherf’s Role at the Festival

As part of the children’s programming, Ron Kinscherf will be:

Reading from his children’s books
Hosting a seminar for kids, encouraging creativity, storytelling, and a love of reading

His participation places him among a select group of children’s authors featured in the festival’s youth area, which highlights storytellers, illustrators, and educators dedicated to inspiring young readers.