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.
In collaboration with Citi of Books, the author of “Harvey J. Caterwaul: Attorney at Law,” Rebecca Suazo-King, held a successful book signing event during the 2025 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books.
Rebecca Suazo Kingwas raised by book-loving parents in an animal-filled home. Along with many siblings, there were always dogs and cats and other pets including the beloved felines Harvey, Sammy, Precious, and Bebe who appear in this volume. Born in the beautiful mountains of Utah, Rebecca found her way to the haunted but lovely hamlets of New Hampshire. She lives there happily with her attorney husband and three ridiculously attractive children, and an adorable but
“Harvey J. Caterwaul: Attorney at Law” by Rebecca Suazo-King is a humorous book that explores the lives of a wise lawyer, Harvey J. Caterwaul. The novel uses Harvey’s unique cases and creative strategies to remind the readers that there are simple solutions to problems and to look at situations from different perspectives.
Throughout the story, Chuck Jackson and his son, Pip, came to Harvey to ask for some advice about his three tenants, Shadow, George, and Captain Boot-Bennetts, wanting to evict them. Yet Harvey offered them alternative solutions to cease their troubles. Following Harvey’s advice, the three miserable tenants showed big positive changes.
The book combines elements of suspense, drama, and humor, making it interesting for its readers. The novel draws in both legal enthusiasts and general readers because of the author’s fascinating writing style, which blends legal jargon with simple language.
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