Nicola Yoon, Rachel Renée and Nikki Russell, Sarah Dessen, Soman Chainani, John Green and more than 80 writers, graphic novelists and YouTube personalities will attend the sixth annual North Texas Teen Book Festival from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., March 7, at the Irving Convention Center. 

The festival celebrates young adult and middle grade literature,  with more than 50 panels discussions, competitions, workshops, meet-and-greets, giveaways and more. There is plenty of opportunity for fans to collect autographs and meet their favorite writers face-to-face. 

Admission is free. Location: 500 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving. For more information, visit nttbf.com.