Because of YOU, 2025 was an unforgettable chapter!

To our attendees, authors, moderators, volunteers, sponsors and donors: thank you for showing up, supporting us, and making DBF what it is. This year felt especially meaningful as we celebrated 20 years of stories. Two decades of gathering around books, ideas, and community is no small thing, and the 2025 festival carried that legacy forward in a way that felt joyful, intentional, and deeply connected. P.S. If you’re planning year-end giving, we invite you to include us in your support. As a 501(c)(3) organization, every contribution is tax-deductible and helps ensure our next chapter is just as meaningful as the last.