Its Literally LA

We feature a wide variety of books recommended by LA residents, book bloggers, and literary influencers. These include everything from contemporary fiction and classic literature to poetry, memoirs, and non-fiction. Our recommendations reflect the diverse voices and tastes found throughout the Los Angeles community.

Yes! We welcome submissions from readers and book lovers who want to share their favorite reads with our community. You can submit your book recommendations through our submissions form. Link at the bottom of the page.

While Literally LA's primarily focus is on the literary scene in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas, LIFTed UNITED features books and authors from around the world who resonate with our literary community. Similarly, some events may attract national and international participants, but they are hosted locally.

Absolutely! If you know of an LA-based literary organization or event that isn't listed, feel free to submit it through our submission form, and we’ll review it for inclusion.

There are many ways to get involved! You can attend events listed in our directory, submit your own literary work, or simply share your thoughts on the books and authors we feature in the comments section.

No, our content is free to access. We aim to make Los Angeles’s literary community as accessible as possible. However, certain events or workshops featured in our directory may have their own admission fees or registration requirements.

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