The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books 2026, held on April 18–19, 2026 at the University of Southern California campus, once again brought together book lovers, authors, publishers, and creatives for a vibrant celebration of literature. Known as one of the largest literary festivals in the United States, the event featured panel discussions, book signings, live performances, and countless booths filled with stories waiting to be discovered. The atmosphere was lively and inspiring, offering something for every kind of reader.
Citi of Books proudly took part in this year’s festival, connecting with attendees from all walks of life. Their booth became a welcoming space where visitors explored a diverse collection of titles and learned more about the company’s publishing and marketing services. Throughout the two-day event, the team engaged in meaningful conversations with aspiring authors, avid readers, and fellow industry professionals, making the experience both productive and memorable.
The participation of Citi of Books in LATFOB 2026 was a valuable opportunity to showcase their growing catalog and strengthen their presence in the global book community. Being surrounded by passionate storytellers and curious readers allowed the team to gain fresh insights into current literary trends while building new relationships. The energy of the festival reflected the shared love for storytelling, reinforcing Citi of Books’ commitment to helping authors bring their work to a wider audience.
Attending book events like the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books continues to play an important role in connecting stories with readers. It opens doors for collaboration, discovery, and inspiration that go beyond the pages of a book. As Citi of Books carries this momentum forward, readers are invited to explore featured titles in their Book Gallery, including “God Is Love: Not the God You Are Imagining” by R.I. Willroth.
“God Is Love: Not the God You Are Imagining” by R.I. Willroth is a spiritual re-examination of divine love and the nature of God — a book that invites readers to look beyond common cultural or religious assumptions and discover a deeper, more personal understanding of love at the heart of God. This book challenges readers to move beyond superficial or culturally shaped views of God and to re-encounter the divine through the lens of love itself. The book begins by asking questions about love’s origin, meaning, and purpose, guiding readers to see that if God is the supreme force in the universe, then love must be an essential expression of that power. This is not only about ethical love (how we treat others) but about love as a foundational reality that shapes the nature of God and all creation.
As the book unfolds, it invites reflection about how human expectations — shaped by fear, cultural norms, or incomplete teaching — sometimes distort our understanding of the divine. Instead, readers are encouraged to see God not as distant or judgmental, but as the source from whom unconditional goodness, compassion, mercy, and love continually flow. This reframing has the potential to deepen one’s spiritual insight, reduce fear-based beliefs, and open the door to a more liberated, heartfelt spirituality grounded in love.
The story speaks to a deep human longing: the desire to understand whether a loving divine being actually cares — and what that love looks like. By grounding the discussion in love as a defining characteristic of God, this book can be comforting for those struggling with fear, doubt, or spiritual confusion. Rather than offering abstract theology alone, it encourages readers to experience spirituality as relational and life-affirming, which can be especially renewing in seasons of doubt or questioning.
The themes explored are especially relevant today, when many people carry wounded ideas of love based on past hurts, cultural expectations, or religious teaching that emphasized fear over compassion. This book invites a shift in perspective — from fear to hope, from judgment to acceptance, and from religious duty to heartfelt connection.
Ultimately, “God Is Love: Not the God You Are Imagining” is an invitation to rethink who God is and what divine love truly means. It encourages readers to move past familiar assumptions and to explore spirituality through the lens of unconditional love — a force that is not limited by human logic or experience, but instead seeks to draw all people into a deeper understanding of goodness, compassion, and spiritual belonging.
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