The Network of Writers & Artists (NOWA) is proud to be a co-sponsor of the New Providence Book Festival on Saturday, September 20, 2025.  A wide range of New Jersey authors will sign books and talk to visitors. Located on the grounds of the historic Salt Box Museum, the festival will include a series of presentations by authors.

At 10 AM, during the Children’s Storytime, Sue Steinhardt will read from her children’s series, ImperfectPhil is a Friend. Jean Taylor will read A Wish That Will Last. Danielle Willmott will read Sampson the Square.

At 11:00 AM, Susen Edwards will talk about “Turning Your Memoir into Fiction.”

At 12:00 Noon, D.M. Barr, Ted DelGrosso and Michael Penncavige will conduct an “Ask the Author” panel discussion.

At 1:00 PM, the festival will host a “Spoken Word Open Mike.” Any attendee may read their written work, including fiction, poetry, or essays. All readings must be “family friendly,” with a time limit of six minutes. Interested “readers” may sign up on the day of the event on a first-come, first-served basis.

A range of New Jersey authors will be available to sign their books, including J.R. Bale, D.M. Barr, Michelle Cameron, Michael Stephen Daigle, Ted Delgrosso, Susen Edwards, Sarajane Giere, Tom Kranz, Elissa Matthews, Michael Penncavage, Sue Steinhardt, Jean Taylor, Danielle Willmott and others.

“New Jersey is filled with amazing authors,” explains J.R. Bale, author and one of the organizers of the event. “This event allows readers to connect with local authors in a very personal way. With over a dozen authors, writing in various genres, it will be a stimulating event for even the most casual book lover.”

Anyone purchasing a book at the festival will be entitled to receive a free raffle ticket for drawings for a prize, which will include a Barnes & Noble gift card.

The festival will be held on the grounds of the Salt Box Museum at 1350 Springfield Avenue from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The rain date is September 27, 2025. The Salt Box Museum, the site of the festival, is operated by the New Providence Historical Society and will be open for tours, free of charge. Refreshments will be available on the grounds.

More information is available at www.newprovidencebookfestival.com.