As the pages of history turn, we find ourselves reflecting on a remarkable milestone—the 30th Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, the largest book festival in the United States, held on April 26-27, 2025. Set against the stunning backdrop of the University of Southern California campus, this annual celebration of literature brought together thousands of book lovers, authors, and industry professionals for a weekend brimming with literary magic.
Attracting around 150,000 attendees from Southern California and beyond, the festival was a testament to the enduring appeal of literature and the community it fosters. Each event, each conversation, and each shared moment contributed to a rich tapestry of experiences that celebrated the diverse voices and stories that shape our world.
This year, Citi of Books was thrilled to be part of this vibrant gathering, where the love for literature was palpable in the air. Whether you were a lifelong bibliophile or a curious newcomer exploring the world of books, the festival provided a unique opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts and share our passion for the written word.
As we look back on this unforgettable weekend, we invite you to join us in reliving the highlights of Citi of Books’ gallery during the 30th Los Angeles Times Festival of Books—a true celebration of the literary arts! A book included in the gallery was “Everyone Loves Ronald McDonald: A Novel” by Andrew Grof.
Andrew Grof, the author, was born and raised in Hungary. After fleeing the communist regime with his family, he lived in Vienna for two years before emigrating to the United States. He is the author of four critically acclaimed novels, all published by Sunstone Press: The Goldberg Variations (also translated and published by Argumentum Press in Hungary, 2014), Everyone Loves Ronald McDonald, Artists and Lost Loves. He currently resides in Miami, Florida after having retired from Florida International University as a humanities librarian and adjunct professor of English and Honors Studies.
How can one survive, find love, and see the purpose of life?
“Everyone Loves Ronald McDonald” written by Andrew Grof provides a fascinating tour of modern-day America by Bingo Sherman, who may be related to the Civil War commander. Bingo, a vibrant blend between Holden Caulfield from Salinger and Joseph K. from Kafka, approaches life with enthusiasm that belies his Florida Panhandle origins.
Bingo is not just any seeker, he doesn’t know what he is looking for, only what he isn’t willing to settle for in life. The people he met along the way helped him become stronger and more aware of the difficulties he would face. The nearly legendary character of Ronald McDonald, Bingo’s childhood hero, who he still has a warm spot for, looms large throughout the book. His character is not just a mascot, but a symbol of the pervasive influence of corporate culture in our lives shaping public perception and individual identity
“Everyone Loves Ronald McDonald” is a fun-filled experience that aims to strike the perfect balance between irreverence and acute observation; a playful, disrespectful attitude and a sharp, insightful awareness about life. This fiction promises a rollicking good experience for its readers.
Being alive is standing in the middle of nowhere, going nowhere. There is never a right or wrong time and place to start thinking about life and just letting things sink in.
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