Fostering Long Island’s literary culture, Gold Coast Forum’s mission is to educate and inform about the importance of books and literature by hosting authors and literary figures, and providing a nonpartisan forum to discuss art, culture, history, business, and politics.
Our Main Event
Gold Coast Book Fair
The largest literary event on Long Island is coming back in 2026! The event, for children and adults, will feature author panels, discussions,
book signings, and a festive marketplace with vendors and food.
Year-Round Events
Author Events, Book Discussions, & More
Join Gold Coast Forum for year-round events with prominent authors, and for book-based discussions that tackle big topics across art, history, politics, and more.
