I love writing events anyway but I particularly enjoy having a good nose around book stalls/book rooms at these things. Wild horses wouldn't keep me away and all that...
It's always a joy to see works by friends, as well as my own, on these stalls too. But they also prove to be good opportunities to have a look at works and authors new to you.
So go on, at the next event you go to as a writer, put your reader's hat on too and see what you can find. Explore reading avenues new to you as well as enjoying favourite genres.
And for non-writers, one of the best ways to support author friends is to go to their events. The great thing is you are likely to come back with your next good read too! And that is always a good thing!😊