Lionel Richie, author of 'Truly', Speaks at Festival of Books Ideas Exchange

The L.A. Times Festival of Books is thrilled to welcome Lionel Richie for a very special Ideas Exchange event. Join L.A. Times Pop Music Critic Mikael Wood for a behind-the-scenes conversation with the legendary musician about his memoir, "Truly." Please note that this is not a musical performance.

Orchestra Seating + Book  $82.59 

Balcony Seating (No book) $38.54 

*Friend of the Festival ticket holders get 50% off Balcony General Admission tickets for all special ticketed events, including this one, along with loads of other VIP benefits. Get Friend of the Festival tickets here.

EVENT DETAILS:

When: Sunday, April 19, 2:30 PM

Where: This in-person event will be held at the Festival of Books at USC/Bovard Auditorium

Bookseller: Our partner for this event is Skylight Books

*Please note that this event is not a musical performance.

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Find your spark at the L.A. Times Festival of Books, April 18-19 on the USC Campus. General Admission is free and the festival will also feature exclusive paid events with authors and celebrities.  Los Angeles Times Festival of Books 2026 at USC | April 18–19 - Los Angeles Times  

• 150,000 attendees

• 500+ authors & celebrities

• 200+ author events

• Fun for all ages

• Festival Of Books FAQ  

• You can download a copy of the festival map HERE.

• The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books began in 1996 with a simple goal: to bring together the people who create books with the people who love to read them. The festival was an immediate success and has evolved to include live bands, poetry readings, film screenings and artists creating their work on-site

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