Book lovers say Santa Fe Literary Festival author line up is the best they’ve ever seen

A literary festival for Santa Fe is "overdue", book lovers have told The Independent.

The New Mexico capital hosted its inaugural festival this weekend (May 20 - 23) with talks from blockbuster authors such as Margaret Atwood, John Grisham and George RR Martin.

"I'm so impressed with all of the authors that are coming!" one excited attendee said.

The Independent is the event’s international media partner. For more on the festival visit our Santa Fe Literary Festival section or visit the festival’s website.