Memoirs: The Truth About Looking Back
10 – 10:45 a.m. | Green Tent
Panelists: Daniel Mendelsohn, Malika Oufkir, Abigail Thomas and Edmund White.
Moderated by Charles McGrath, writer-atlarge for The New York Times.

Is the memoir autobiography, confessional or simply artful reminiscing? Do memoirs tell the truth? Explore this compelling and popular genre with the authors of some of today ’s most captivating memoirs.

Health, Wellness and the Politics of Food
10 – 10:45 a.m. | Blue Tent
Panelists: Jami Bernard, David Kamp, Marion Nestle and Peter Singer.
Moderated by Denise Grady, science writer for The New York Times.

How does what we eat not only affect our bodies, but also impact the world? This dynamic panel of food and nutrition experts debates the role that diet plays in both personal and global health, and presents a provocative look at food politics.

New York Times Op-Ed Panel: The Art of Being Opinionated
11:15 – Noon | Green Tent
Panelists: Carolyn Curiel, Frank Rich and Carla Robbins.
Moderated by Andrew Rosenthal, New York Times Deputy Editorial Page Editor.

The topics covered on our opinion pages go through a rigorous selection process, but who decides which voices are heard and which side to represent? Listen in as this distinguished panel makes the private life of these pages public.

Sports Writing: For the Love of the Game
11:15 – Noon | Blue Tent
Panelists: Christine Brennan, Ira Rosen, Joe Wallace and Joe Drape.
Moderated by William C. Rhoden, sports writer for The New York Times.

Whether capturing that pivotal moment of victory or defeat, or covering breaking news, such as the Floyd Landis controversy, sports writers are anything but spectators. Listen in as some of the industry’s pros discuss what it takes to make the cut.

The Art of the Review
12:30 – 1:15 p.m. | Green Tent
Panelists: John Freeman, Barry Gewen, David Orr, Celia McGee and Jennifer Schuessler.
Moderated by Sam Tanenhaus, editor, The New York Times Book Review.

How much of an impact does the Book Review have on book sales? Join this esteemed group of critics as they discuss the reality of book critiques and bestseller lists, and how they select books for review. Presented in partnership with the National Book Critics’ Circle.

Business: The Revolution Starts Now
12:30 – 1:15 p.m. | Blue Tent
Panelists: Michael Gerber, Polly LaBarre, John Naisbitt, Eric Pooley and Kenneth Roldan.
Moderated by Louis Uchitelle, author of The Disposable American, and economics writer for The New York Times.

All too often, business owners stay tethered to a staid model rather than dare to do things differently. Get inspired to rethink your business philosophy as these authors explain why the upstarts, entrepreneurs and innovative thinkers are getting more than their share — and how you can become one of them.

Real Estate: The Lay of the Land
1 – 1:45 p.m. | Orange Tent
Panelists: Michael Gross, Frank McKinney, George Ross and Russ Whitney.
Moderated by Megan Liberman, co-editor of Key, The New York Times Real Estate Magazine, and an editor at The New York Times Magazine.

In the upper echelons of the Manhattan real estate market, the most coveted properties often become backdrops for high-stakes dramas involving celebrities, socialites, royalty, and old and new money. Step into the penthouse suite and enjoy the view from the inside as these writers illuminate what goes on behind closed doors in this high powered world.

Latino Writers: Multicultural Voices
1:45 – 2:30 p.m. | Green Tent
Panelists: E-Fierce, Cristina Henríquez, Jaime Manrique and Eduardo Santiago.
Moderated by Mirta Ojito, author of Finding Manana: A Memoir of a Cuban Exodus, and a contributing writer to The New York Times.

Unlike their predecessors who relied on translation to reach a wider audience, today’s Latina and Latino writers often produce their work in English, with the advantage of finding inspiration in two cultures. Meet the fresh, new voices in this rich and provocative genre. Presented in partnership with the American Association of Publishers.

New York Writers, New York Stories
3 – 3:45 p.m. | Green Tent
Panelists: Cindy Adams, Richard Cohen, Ric Klass and Lauren Redniss.
Moderated by Clyde Haberman, columnist for the City section of The New York Times.

Join this inspired group of New York-centric writers as they reveal the city’s most entertaining and intriguing idiosyncrasies, and talk about why New York is a gold mine of ideas for their work.

Food Writing: Cuisine with Personality
4:15 – 5 p.m. | Green Tent
Panelists: Matt Lee and Ted Lee, Jane and Michael Stern.
Moderated by Florence Fabricant, food writer for The New York Times.

Taking a cue from the style of the legendary M.F.K. Fisher, these engaging authors artfully combine autobiography with culinary commentary. Join the discussion and find out how a well-crafted personal narrative makes the subject of food all the more enticing.

Religion: A Crisis of Faith
5 – 5:45 p.m. | Yellow Tent
Panelists: Bart D. Ehrman, Chris Hedges, Herbert Krosney, Suzanne Oliver, Ranya Idilby and Priscilla Warner. Moderated by Laurie Goodstein, national religion correspondent for The New York Times.

The war on terror has become a debate waged on religious terms. These esteemed authors explore the roots of religion-fueled political conflicts, and discuss the role faith has played in wars from past to present.

College Admissions: A Guide to Getting In
5:15 – 6 p.m. | Green Tent
Panelists: Michael London, Arlene Matthews and Elizabeth Wissner-Gross.
Moderated by David Leonhardt, economics columnist for The New York Times.

With more and more parents hiring consultants to help their children with the college application process, it’s clear that the admissions system has become difficult to navigate. Get valuable advice about the selection process from a respected group of college administrators, and find out what students can do to stand out from the crowd.