The inaugural Boston Book Festival will kick off with an evening at Trinity Church featuring musical performances and readings by Livingston Taylor, Peter Gomes, Benjamin Zander, the Boston Children's Chorus, and others. Robin Young of WBUR will host the evening, with a welcome from Mayor Thomas Menino.

Watch www.trinityinspires.org for ticket information. Sign up for event updates at www.bostonbookfest.org.