Illustration of two leopards, one adult and one young, with scattered alphabet letters in the background, promotional banner for the Tucson Festival of Books at the University of Arizona Campus, March 14-15, 2026.

Tucson Festival of Books 2026

Dates: Saturday, March 14 – Sunday, March 15, 2026
Location: University of Arizona Campus, Tucson, Arizona

I’m honored to be attending the Tucson Festival of Books on the University of Arizona campus. This year’s festival is especially meaningful to me because I’ll be participating alongside an incredible group of adoptee authors at the Adoptee Authors Exhibitor Booth, coordinated with the support of editor and producer Diane Shifflett of Rainy Day Freelance.

This booth centers adoptee voices and creates space for honest conversations about identity, truth, and lived experience.

My book, CONNECTED: Finding My Truth, was selected for the Indie Author Experience. I’ll be signing books and meeting readers on Sunday, March 15, from 1:30–4:30 PM, in the Adult Fiction & Nonfiction Pavilion.

Featured Adoptee Authors at the Festival

Being part of this community matters deeply to me. These are writers who have done the difficult, heart-opening work of telling their truth and placing it into the world. I’m grateful for the opportunity to gather together, support one another, and connect with readers.

If you’re attending the festival, I hope you’ll stop by the Adoptee Authors and DNA Surprises Exhibitor Booths or visit me during my signing on Sunday. I’d love to meet you.

Tucson Festival of Books

March 14–15, 2026
University of Arizona | Tucson, Arizona

I am honored to be participating in the 2026 Tucson Festival of Books. I look forward to connecting with readers and fellow authors at this celebrated literary event.

Additional details, including booth location and signing times, will be announced soon.

Untangling Our Roots Conference 2026, Atlanta

I am honored to be featured as a UTOR Speaker Spotlight and to participate in the Untangling Our Roots Conference, taking place March 19 to 22, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia.

On March 20 from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM ET, I will join fellow panelists for:

The Last to Know: How to Heal from Late Discovery

Finding out later in life that you were adopted or have unexpected biological relatives can reshape everything you thought you knew about yourself. This powerful panel brings together voices from across the late discovery experience to explore the emotional journey of shock, grief, identity reconstruction, reunion and non-reunion, and ultimately healing.

Panelists will share personal stories, insights, and approaches to self-understanding after a life-changing DNA discovery. Attendees will gain perspective, validation, and community as they navigate what it means to redefine family, identity, and belonging.

Late discovery changes everything. Healing is possible. I am deeply grateful to be part of this important conversation and to connect with others who share similar journeys.

Poster for the Tucson Festival of Books 2026 featuring author Diana Kayla Hochberg, scheduled for Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Adult Fiction and Nonfiction Pavilion. The poster includes a photo of Diana Kayla Hochberg smiling, with a beige and brown color scheme.

BIG NEWS


I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been selected to appear at the 2026 Tucson Festival of Books as part of the Indie Author Experience!

Out of more than 275 indie submissions, my book CONNECTED: Finding My Truth was chosen for this nationally recognized event. I’ll be signing books and meeting readers on Sunday, March 15, from 1:30–4:30 PM in the Adult Fiction & Nonfiction Pavilion.

I’m honored and beyond excited to be part of this incredible celebration of books and authors.
Learn more about my journey and upcoming events at www.dianakaylahochberg.com

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Untangling Our Roots 2026: Speaking Announcement

Flyer for the Untangling Our Roots event in Atlanta, Georgia, scheduled for March 19-22, 2026, at the Wyndham Atlanta Buckhead Hotel & Conference Center. The flyer features a city skyline, event details, and logos of the sponsors and partners, including Right to Know, DNAngels, and NAA P.

I am honored to share that I will be presenting at Untangling Our Roots 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. I will be part of the panel:

“The Last to Know: How to Heal from Late Discovery”
Moderated by: Deidra Laverne McGee
Panelists: Alicia Williams, Cynthia Boone, Ridghaus, and Diana Kayla Hochberg

Together, we will be sharing deeply personal perspectives on shock, grief, identity reconstruction, and the many paths toward healing, whether or not reunion is part of the journey.

I am also grateful to share that I will have an Author Table for my memoir, Connected: Finding My Truth, creating another space for connection, conversation, and community.

Atlanta, Georgia
March 19–22, 2026

Learn More About the Conference