literary festival

Third Annual

Hill Country Literary Festival

Free events and author talks for all ages!

March 20, 2027

Mammen Family Public Library

For Adults

Stay tuned for the 2027 festival schedule of events!

All events, programs, and activities are free. Books must be purchased from Nowhere Bookshop, our bookseller, or directly from the authors on-site.

For Teens

Stay tuned for the 2027 festival schedule of events!

All events, programs, and activities are free. Books must be purchased from Nowhere Bookshop, our bookseller, or directly from the authors on-site.

For Kids

Stay tuned for the 2027 festival schedule of events!

All events, programs, and activities are free. Books must be purchased from Nowhere Bookshop, our bookseller, or directly from the authors on-site.

2027 Keynote Speakers

2027 Festival Keynotes Coming Soon!

2027 Featured Authors

Stay tuned for the 2027 featured authors!

2026 Featured Authors

Avrel Seale

Avrel Seale

Author

Nature’s Narratives

Scott Semegran

Scott Semegran

Author

Paths to Publishing Workshop

Dianna Hutts Aston

Dianna Hutts Aston

Author

Keynote

Julie DeWess Sparks

Julie DeWess Sparks

Author

Writing Texas History Panel

Nicole Leconte

Nicole Leconte

Moonlight Books

Bookbinding & Repair Workshop

James Wade

James Wade

Author

Genre Panel

Kelsey Cox

Kelsey Cox

Author

Keynote

Isa Arsén

Isa Arsén

Author/Moderator

Genre Panel

Pam Penick

Pam Penick

Author

Nature’s Narratives

Joel Kitchens

Joel Kitchens

Author

Writing Texas History Panel

Etta Easton

Etta Easton

Author

Genre Panel

Wondra Chang

Wondra Chang

Author

Genre Panel

Lori Mammen

Lori Mammen

Moderator

Keynote Moderator

David Ladensohn

David Ladensohn

Author

Nature’s Narratives

Nick Pitarra

Nick Pitarra

Illustrator

Illustration Workshop

Max Booth III

Max Booth III

Author

Genre Panel

Vincent T. Davis

Vincent T. Davis

Author

Writing Texas History Panel

All activities are free to attend for all ages.

Join us for a full day of author panels, book sales, workshops, food trucks, and more! Shopping and learning about books. What could be better?

Meet the Authors

Get ready to meet talented authors and discover your next favorite read at our festival! Enjoy exclusive book signings, connect with writers, and immerse yourself in the world of storytelling. Each panel  will be immediately followed by book signings in the same room.

Book Sales

Don’t miss out on our exciting book sale, featuring a wide selection of genres. Nowhere Bookshop is our exclusive book vendor for all festival authors and illustrators. Books may be purchased from their booth on-site for signing! It’s the perfect chance to grab signed copies and support your favorite authors.

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Interactive Workshops

Join us for hands-on workshops!

  • 2027 workshops coming soon!

Food Trucks

You can plan to stay all day with food on-site! We will have two delicious food trucks to choose from!

  • Stay tuned for more info!

Local Author Corner

More information on local author opportunities is coming soon!

 

 

 

Questions?

Q.How do I become a sponsor of the 2027 Literary Festival?

A. If you would like to sponsor the 2026 Literary Festival, please email marketing@mfplibrary.org. To view sponsorship information please click here!

Q. I’m a local author, how do I get involved?

A. The 2027 Hill Country Literary Festival will feature an area for local authors to share their works with the festival attendees and meet other local authors! Application coming soon! For more information please email litfest@mfplibrary.org.

Q. Can I be a vendor at the 2027 Literary Festival?

A. The library will have a vendor area for those selling literary merchandise and bookish wares. Email litfest@mfplibrary.org for more information.

Q. I can only stay for part of the day. Is that okay?

A. Absolutely! Stay for as much or as little of the day as you’d like, or come and go when you please!

Q. Where do I park?

A. Mammen Family Public Library has plenty of on-site parking!

Q. Can I volunteer?

A. Yes! Volunteers will help make our festival a success! Volunteers will serve in a variety of capacities: helping with set-up and break-down of the festival, acting as runners for authors and festival staff, assisting attendees with directions, and more. Volunteers must be at least 13 years old. For more information or to sign up; please email litfest@mfplibrary.org.

The Day’s Schedule

From 10 am to 4 pm you will find wonderful workshops, panels, and other activities to join. All ages are welcome. You’ll be able to purchase books from Nowhere and tasty food from awesome food trucks. Plan to stay all day.