The National Book Festival

Stephen Hunter is a film critic for The Washington Post and the recipient of the 2003 Pulitzer Prize for criticism. He has published two collections of film criticism, a nonfiction work and 13 novels, including The 47th Samurai. Mysteries & Thrillers 10 a.m. Signing 11 a.m.

David Ignatius, a columnist for The Washington Post, has covered the CIA and the Middle East for 25 years, serving at various times as a reporter, foreign correspondent and editor. He is the author of six novels, the most recent of which is Body of Lies. Mysteries & Thrillers 2 p.m. Signing 3 p.m.

J. A. Jance is the bestselling author of the "J.P. Beaumont" series and the "Joanna Brady" series. Her latest is Justice Denied. Mysteries & Thrillers 3:20 p.m. Signing 4 p.m.

Edward P. Jones won the National Book Critics Circle Award and the Pulitzer Prize for his novel The Known World. His most recent work, All Aunt Hagar's Children, is a collection of short stories. Fiction & Fantasy 12:40 p.m. Signing 2 p.m.

David M. Kennedy is a professor of history at Stanford University. His book Freedom From Fear was awarded the Pulitzer Prize. His most recent publication is The Library of Congress World War II Companion. History & Biography 3:20 p.m. Signing 4 p.m.

Doro Bush Koch, daughter of former president George H. W. Bush, is the author of My Father, My President, a memoir. Home & Family 4:35 p.m. Signing 3 p.m.

Gail Carson Levine's first book, Ella Enchanted, was a bestseller and Newbery Honor Book. She has since written the "Princess Tales" series and several works of historical and contemporary fiction. Her most recent book is Fairy Haven and the Quest for the Wand. Teens & Children 12:15 p.m. Signing 1 p.m.

Patricia MacLachlan has written numerous books for children of all ages including Arthur, For the Very First Time and Sarah, Plain and Tall, winner of the Newbery Medal and the subject of a television movie series. Her latest is Edward's Eyes. Teens & Children 10 a.m. Signing 11 a.m.

Thomas Mallon is a novelist, essayist and critic -- recipient of the Ingram Merrill Award for outstanding work as a writer. His novels based on U.S. history include Dewey Defeats Truman, Henry and Clara, Bandbox and Fellow Travelers. Fiction & Fantasy 3:20 p.m. Signing 4 p.m.

Judith Martin has covered society, thea ter and drama for The Washington Post. In 1978, she created the nationally syndicated "Miss Manners" column. She has written 12 "Miss Manners" books, a history of American manners and two novels. Her most recent release, No Vulgar Hotel, is her first travel book. Home & Family 11:20 a.m. Signing 12 p.m.

Mercer Mayer's first book, A Boy, a Dog, and a Frog, told its story completely through pictures. Five more books in this series followed, including There's a Nightmare in My Closet. His latest is The Bravest Knight. Children 4:20 p.m. Signing 10 a.m.

Patricia McCormick is the author of several novels, including Cut, My Brother's Keeper and Sold. Her books have been honored as National Book Award finalists and American Library Association Best Books. Teens & Children 3:35 p.m. Signing 2 p.m.