# Event Details - **Event Name**: Walter Mosley + Kim Michele Richardson : Santa Barbara Literary Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Keynote Pass for Walter Mosley, author of Gray Dawn & Kim Michele Richardson, author of The Mountains We Call HomeAbout this EventThe Santa Barbara Literary Festival Keynote Pass offers reserved access to two separate keynote events at the historic Lobero Theatre, featuring acclaimed authors Walter Mosley and Kim Michele Richardson. One ticket grants admission to both keynote talks, making this a cornerstone experience of the Festival.Together, these events showcase two extraordinary literary careers and offer audiences rare insight into the creative lives of writers whose work has shaped contemporary literature and historical fiction.Walter Mosley: A Life in LettersIn this keynote address, Walter Mosley reflects on his remarkable career as one of America’s most influential writers. He will discuss his creative process, the evolution of his work across genres, and the themes that have defined his storytelling—from race and power to justice and moral complexity—alongside insights from his most recent book.Kim Michele Richardson: History, Imagination, and VoiceKim Michele Richardson’s keynote explores the deep research and emotional storytelling behind her bestselling novels. Drawing from her latest work, Richardson will discuss how she brings overlooked histories to life, her approach to character-driven historical fiction, and the responsibility of storytelling in illuminating the past for modern readers.Keynote Pass IncludesAdmission to both keynote events at the Lobero TheatreReserved seating for each keynoteA signature Festival experience in the heart of downtown Santa BarbaraThe Santa Barbara Literary Festival celebrates literature as a shared civic experience. The Keynote Pass invites you to spend an unforgettable evening with two master storytellers whose voices continue to shape how we understand history, culture, and ourselves. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/c33ee9f0-fb49-11f0-9a85-3dd248376d4f-rimg-w1200-h600-dc4567c2-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-barbara/walter-mosley-kim-michele-richardson-santa-barbara-literary-festival/100001980815723150 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, festivals, theatre, storytelling, sports, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 5, max: 103.07, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Santa Barbara - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Lobero Theatre - **lat**: 34.421566 - **long**: -119.6999893 - **full address**: Lobero Theatre, 33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Walter Mosley + Kim Michele Richardson : Santa Barbara Literary Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/02a20334de89f2e971ae0ecb1024c8d5463ab1e19d2d735cacd3f1d728d61734-rimg-w1200-h600-dc028fa3-gmir.jpg?v=1769495488 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Walter Mosley + Kim Michele Richardson : Santa Barbara Literary Festival being held? - **A:** Walter Mosley + Kim Michele Richardson : Santa Barbara Literary Festival takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Lobero Theatre, 33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Walter Mosley + Kim Michele Richardson : Santa Barbara Literary Festival? - **A:** Ticket prices for Walter Mosley + Kim Michele Richardson : Santa Barbara Literary Festival range from USD 5 to USD 103 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 60AvailableGeneral Admission + Gray DawnUSD 80AvailableGeneral Admission + The Mountains We Call HomeUSD 75AvailableGeneral Admission + Both BooksUSD 103 + USD 8 feeAvailable$5USD 5Available$10USD 10Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Walter Mosley + Kim Michele Richardson : Santa Barbara Literary Festival? - **A:** Walter Mosley + Kim Michele Richardson : Santa Barbara Literary Festival is organized by Santa Barbara Literary Festival. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Walter Mosley + Kim Michele Richardson : Santa Barbara Literary Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Santa Barbara, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Walter Mosley + Kim Michele Richardson : Santa Barbara Literary Festival sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Walter Mosley + Kim Michele Richardson : Santa Barbara Literary Festival", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/02a20334de89f2e971ae0ecb1024c8d5463ab1e19d2d735cacd3f1d728d61734-rimg-w1200-h600-dc028fa3-gmir.jpg?v=1769495488", "startDate": "2026-05-02T10:00:00-07:00", "endDate": "2026-05-02T15:00:00-07:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/santa-barbara/walter-mosley-kim-michele-richardson-santa-barbara-literary-festival/100001980815723150", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Lobero Theatre", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "33 East Canon Perdido Street", "postalCode": "93101", "addressLocality": "Santa Barbara", "addressRegion": "CA", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "34.421566", "longitude": "-119.6999893" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Keynote Pass for Walter Mosley, author of Gray Dawn & Kim Michele Richardson, author of The Mountains We Call Home", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-27", "availabilityEnds": "2026-05-02T15:00:00-07:00", "validFrom": "2026-01-27", "lowPrice": "5.00", "highPrice": "103.07", "price": "5.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/santa-barbara/walter-mosley-kim-michele-richardson-santa-barbara-literary-festival/100001980815723150" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-27", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-01-27", "url": "https://allevents.in/santa-barbara/walter-mosley-kim-michele-richardson-santa-barbara-literary-festival/100001980815723150", "price": "60.00", "name": "General Admission" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-27", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-01-27", "url": "https://allevents.in/santa-barbara/walter-mosley-kim-michele-richardson-santa-barbara-literary-festival/100001980815723150", "price": "80.00", "name": "General Admission + Gray Dawn" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-27", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-01-27", "url": "https://allevents.in/santa-barbara/walter-mosley-kim-michele-richardson-santa-barbara-literary-festival/100001980815723150", "price": "75.00", "name": "General Admission + The Mountains We Call Home" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-27", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-01-27", "url": "https://allevents.in/santa-barbara/walter-mosley-kim-michele-richardson-santa-barbara-literary-festival/100001980815723150", "price": "103.07", "name": "General Admission + Both Books" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-27", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-01-27", "url": "https://allevents.in/santa-barbara/walter-mosley-kim-michele-richardson-santa-barbara-literary-festival/100001980815723150", "price": "5.00", "name": "$5" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-27", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-01-27", "url": "https://allevents.in/santa-barbara/walter-mosley-kim-michele-richardson-santa-barbara-literary-festival/100001980815723150", "price": "10.00", "name": "$10" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Santa Barbara Literary Festival", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/santa-barbara-literary-festival/27291925", "description": "The Santa Barbara Literary Festival brings together readers and writers of every genre for a two day celebration of storytelling and inspiration. Engaging panels, enlightening workshops, pop-up events, and welcoming social gatherings, bring together established authors, emerging writers, and passionate readers in a uniquely intimate setting that fosters community centered around a shared love of the literary arts." } ] } ] ```