The A Million Lives Book Festival in Baltimore, held May 2-3, promised a "magical experience" but left authors and attendees disappointed.<br /><br />Sparse vendor halls, missing decorations, and a barely attended event left many feeling scammed.<br /><br />Authors like Perci Jay, who paid $150 for the chance to sell books, were particularly upset after the promised crowd of 600-1200 dwindled to just 100-130.<br /><br />Panels lacked moderators, goodie bags went missing, and a speaker replaced a DJ for the ball.<br /><br />Organisers have issued an apology and promised refunds by May 31, but many attendees are demanding compensation for their losses.
