Discover the magic of reading at We Be Lit
Welcome to the We Be Lit Children's Book Festival, a vibrant celebration dedicated to inspiring a lifelong love of reading in children and families. Learn about our journey, our mission, and what makes our festival a truly special event.
Our inspiration: Igniting young minds
The "We Be Lit" Children’s Book Festival is a vibrant literacy celebration dedicated to inspiring a love of reading in children and families. Hosted by Life Is A Ballroom, LLC, the festival brings together authors, educators, performers, literacy organizations, and community partners for a day filled with books, creativity, and imagination.
At We Be Lit, we believe that literacy is the foundation of opportunity. Our goal is to create a joyful and engaging space where children can experience the magic of storytelling, meet diverse authors, participate in hands-on activities, and discover the power of books.
What makes us unique? More than just an event
We Be Lit is more than an event — it’s a movement to celebrate literacy, creativity, and community. We feature a variety of family-friendly experiences including Author Alley book signings, storytelling sessions, children’s performers, creative craft activities, character meet-and-greets, and literacy vendors. By blending education with entertainment, We Be Lit creates an exciting environment where reading becomes an adventure and children can truly immerse themselves in the world of stories.
Our vision: Empowering the next generation
Our mission is to ignite a lifelong love of reading in children by creating joyful literacy experiences that bring together books, creativity, and community. We envision a future where every child has access to books, storytelling, and creative opportunities that empower them to dream big, think critically, and imagine limitless possibilities. We aim to make a lasting impact in the community by fostering a love of learning that extends far beyond the festival day.
Our ideal audience includes children of all ages, parents, families, and the broader community who share our passion for literacy and imagination.