The premiere event is the Books by the Banks Cincinnati Regional Book Festival held annually in downtown Cincinnati. The day-long festival, which is free and open to the public, features national, regional, and local authors and illustrators; book signings; panel discussions; and activities for the entire family to enjoy.

The 17th annual Books by the Banks Cincinnati Regional Book Festival will take place Saturday, November 16, 2024 10am – 4pm at the Main Library of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library. Admission is free. (Jon will be signing Illuminating Nature).