After nine wonderful years, the Eastern Sierra Book Festival is for sale! We’re looking for a new owner to carry this much-loved community event into its next chapter.
The festival comes with an established regional reputation, a federally registered trademark, website, original artwork, mailing and author lists, physical equipment, and a rich archive of past events. Just as valuable are the community goodwill, relationships with authors, sponsors, volunteers, and our host venue, and the practical knowledge built over nine years.
Founder Jennifer Crittenden will assist the new owner with planning and running the 2027 festival to help ensure a smooth transition.
Interested—or know someone who might be? We’d love to hear from you.
Jennifer Crittenden will be speaking on Friday, October 23, 2026 about "Eastern Sierra Writers, Old and New."
NEW BOOKS
Whistling Rabbit Press is delighted to announce the forthcoming publication of Eric Diem's book
"Ski Patrol in the Sierra Nevada: 39 Seasons."
Festival author Lina Lambert has created a series of journals to inspire and preserve your creations. Learn more here.
"I never travel without my diary. One should always have something sensational to read in the train."
~ Oscar Wilde
A Fresh Look for the Eastern Sierra Bookshelf
Looking for your next Eastside read? We’ve refreshed and expanded our Eastern Sierra Bookshelf, with books about the region’s landscapes, history, people, and adventures—from local classics to new discoveries. Browse by author, revisit an old favorite, or find something unexpected.
The Bookshelf now has a home at Whistling Rabbit Press. Come take a look—and leave room on your nightstand!
Thank you to the Hayden Cabin staff for their tremendous support of the festival.
We were delighted that Ceanne Faustini, Collection Specialist with the Mono County Free Libraries, could join us this year to present a curated list of interesting books.
Quick note to say thanks to Sierra Meadows Ranch for letting us use their parking lot this year. Much appreciated!
SPECIAL THANKS TO STELLAR BREW, OUR WONDERFUL SPONSOR!
Would you like to volunteer for next year? We'd love to have you.
The Eastern Sierra Book Festival is sponsored by Whistling Rabbit Press and hosted by the Southern Mono Historical Society.
