Join Outlet PDX and the Honeyed Words bookstore for a free summer celebration of storytelling. Summer Story Fest will unite over 25 zinesters, authors, and storytellers throughout Sonny’s House of Tattoos and Treasures, Outlet PDX, and New New Crusher Court.

Folks who come through will find the Zine Bike by Shay Mirk, as well as summer reading challenges to earn prizes. Outlet PDX will host a fun walk-up zine workshop, and Honeyed Words, a new queer bookstore, will host pop-up readings and signings by Aiden Thomas, Emeric L. Kennard, Neil Cochrane, Zaji Cox, and Karina Agbisit. After a day of sunshine and good books, catch the official Summer Story Fest after-party on Saturday evening hosted by the incredible Comics Club. They’ll have good vibes and interactive readings by various indie cartoonists, all organized by Ignatz-nominated local artist Liz Yerby.

Check out this weekend of good food, great books, workshops and pop-up readings at the best bookish block party of the summer.