• Six Bridges Book Festival

    Little Rock, Arkansas Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

    An event celebrating reading, literacy, stories, and wordsmithing. Scores of nationally known authors converge on the city to offer panels on a wide variety of topics, from cooking demonstrations to award-winning comedy. Authors also venture into the community for efforts such as Writers in the Schools (WITS), bringing the joy of writing to hundreds of […]

  • Key West Literary Seminar—Key West, Florida

    The Key West Literary Seminar is a four-day literary celebration that explores a different theme each year. In January 2026, we’ll focus on the novel. In particular, we’re interested in how the novel, as one of the slowest art forms, is working now in a world of shortened attention spans. And the varied strategies novelists […]

    Albuquerque Comic Con—Albuquerque

    New Mexico's premiere pop culture event, combining the brightest Comic and Media talent for the weekend. Organizers plan to make Albuquerque Comic Con 2026 even bigger, promising more celebrity guests, a larger cosplay contest, and new interactive experiences.

    Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway—Galloway, NJ

    A participant-focused writers’ conference. Advance your craft and energize your writing at the 32nd annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway. Join us January 16-19, 2026 at the historic Seaview Hotel near Atlantic City, NJ. Enjoy challenging and supportive workshops, insightful feedback and an encouraging community. Choose from workshops in poetry, fiction, nonfiction, memoir, songwriting and more.

    Sunshine State Book Festival—Gainesville, Florida

    Authors from around Florida and the nation gather to talk about their writing, sell, and sign books. Includes a panel discussion, story time for kids, and more. It's recommended to check the Writers Alliance of Gainesville website closer to the event for the most up-to-date information.

    The JAX Urban Book Festival (JUBF) is an annual celebration of literature and culture founded by acclaimed author Dr. V Brooks Dunbar, “Dr. V,” and DREAMWEEK INC., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering social progress and community engagement inspired by Dr. King’s vision. Held each January as part of DREAMWEEK JAX, the event showcases Jacksonville, Florida as a vibrant hub […]

    F.R.E.S.H. Book Festival—Daytona Beach, Florida

    More than 40 authors and editors convene to discuss their books and upcoming projects, and to share insight and wisdom related to their craft.The African American Children's Book Fair

  • Savannah Book Festival—Savannah, Georgia

    A four-day festival in Savannah’s Historic District in celebration of the written word and its role in improving the human experience. Authors with a book published within the calendar year of the Festival are invited to give 30-minute solo presentations and host book signings. Submissions for the 2026 Festival are open.

    An awesome collection of authors comes together for a signing event in genres such as Romantic Suspense, FBI/Source Romance, and Paranormal Romance. Hosted by Eden Rose and Virginia Johnson.