After 15 years on UCLA's tree-lined campus in West L.A., one of the country's largest festivals of the written word is moving to the downtown campus of the University of Southern California.

The L.A. Times and USC announced Wednesday that they hope the change of venue provides a more central location with better access to public transportation. Organizers said it will give more residents the chance to enjoy the many talks, book signings and public readings. Last year, 140,000 visitors attended the weekend-long festival. The 16th festival is scheduled for April 30 to May 1.  

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