Kids' Events, Free Samples and More from Target
Join Target for books, fun and sun at the Target Children's Stage.

Delta Air Lines
Learn about how Delta Air Lines can fly you to the international destinations that your literary idols call home.

Special Advance Passes to Flags of Our Fathers
Visit the Barnes & Noble tent for New York City area advance screening passes to Flags of Our Fathers. Flags of Our Fathers in theaters October 20.

While supplies last. Passes are available on a first come first served basis.
Admission is not guaranteed. No purchase necessary. Each pass admits two people.

Leica Camera
Check out the latest, state-of-the-art cameras at the Leica tent.

Ghirardelli
Look for your free Ghirardelli Intense Dark chocolate sample.

Barnes & Noble Store On-Site
Pick up the newest great reads at the Barnes & Noble store onsite, which will feature books from participating authors. You'll also have the opportunity to have your newly purchased books signed by select authors at the author signing plaza.

Rare Book Appraisals by Strand Books
Experts from Strand will be on-site to appraise books in the Rare Book Appraisals tent. Bring your treasures from home, and Strand will sort out the valuable from the merely interesting. A legend among book lovers around the world, Strand has long been known for remarkable deals on great books. The store also features the largest rare-book collection in New York City, a large assortment of hard-to-find art and photography books, and collectibles in every field.

Japanese Manga from VIZ Media
If you're a fan of Japanese animation and manga (Japanese comics), explore this intriguing selection from VIZ Media. Stop by for manga giveaways, a photo sticker booth of your favorite manga characters, and a chance to win two passes to New York Comic-con, the comic convention.

The New York Public Library Tent
Stop by to register for your library card, find out more about upcoming special events and browse a unique selection of gifts for readers. The New York Public Library is the only facility of its kind, with both world-class research and circulating collections, exhibitions and programs that are free and open to the general public. For more information, visit www.nypl.org.

Zing! and City GO America from TLI Games | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
You're invited to play at the TLI Games tent, where the excitement includes prizes, giveaways (10 free games every hour), tournaments and more. Get a sneak peek at two of the hottest new games: Zing! The Bewitching Storymaking Game and City GO America, The Big City Discovery Game. Plus, meet game inventor Karen Young and get a chance to make stories with a favorite author.

'wichcraft
Known for their delicious food and friendly service, 'wichcraft artfully combines fine dining know-how and distinctive ingredient combinations to create the perfect in-hand meals. You can find them at several locations throughout the city, including Bryant Park, or you can order online at www.wichcraftnyc.com. The New York Times is pleased to have 'wichcraft serve New York's great readers at The Great Read in the Park.

Clowning Around Allowed | 2 – 4 p.m.
The Big Apple Circus clowns will be entertaining visitors throughout the park.