Neil Ellenoff, left, Laurie Menekou and Ann Burris (Kara Starzyk, Kara Starzyk / February 25, 2014)

The Broward Public Library Foundation's annual celebration of books and authors, "Literary Feast 2014," will feature more than 20 outstanding writers March 15-17. Last year, the event raised more than $170,000 to support both children's and adult literacy programs and services at Broward County Library.

"Literary Feast" authors represent a variety of genres including mystery, history, memoir, fiction, biography, social science and self-help. They include Robin Cook, Dani Shapiro, Martha Grimes, John Grogan, Victoria Wilson and South Beach Diet Doctor Arthur Agatston. Tony Award-winning playwright, novelist and singer Rupert Holmes, who recently adapted the John Grisham novel "A Time to Kill" for the Broadway stage, will also be part of the "Literary Feast" weekend.

"This year's 'Literary Feast' brings a remarkable group of authors to Broward County," said Joseph M. Goldstein, event co-chair and vice chair of the Broward Public Library Foundation Board of Directors. "It's a great opportunity for South Florida book-lovers, and a wonderful way for the Library Foundation to raise much-needed funds to support Broward County Library's literacy programs."

On March 15, "A Night of Literary Feasts" will kick off the weekend with a gala cocktail party at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort and Spa in Fort Lauderdale. The event will feature book signings and a silent auction, followed by a series of gourmet dinners with authors hosted in private homes and upscale restaurants. Tickets are $175.

"LitLIVE!," to take place March 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Nova Southeastern University's Alvin Sherman Library, will begin with a one-hour presentation by Dr. Arthur Agatston, followed by a series of solo and panel discussions and book signings.

"Novel Day for Students," March 17, Feast authors will travel to area high schools to speak with thousands of Broward County students about their books and the craft of writing. The authors also announce the winners of the annual Novel Day for Students Short Story Contest, with more than 500 students participating each year.

"Literary Feast" began with the sold-out "LitLUNCH!," which featured author Jen Lancaster, on Feb. 21.

Proceeds from "Literary Feast" support Broward County Library programs such as the Summer Reading Program, free SAT/ACT prep classes for high school students and free computer classes at libraries throughout the county. For more information, visit http://www.literaryfeastonline.org. •
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