Second Annual
Hill Country Literary Festival
Free events and author talks for all ages!
March 21, 2026
Mammen Family Public Library
2026 Panels
Nature’s Narrative
10:30am-11:30am
Join us as hear from local experts who have taken their knowledge and experience and published a book! Learn more about their specialties, knowledge, and writing process.
This panel features authors Pam Penick, Avrel Seale, and David Ladensohn. This discussion will be moderated by Lore Arnold from the Writers League of Texas.
Writing Texas History
11:45am-12:45pm
Join us as we hear from authors about their experiences and works writing works regarding Texas History. Learn more about their processes and experiences!
This panel features authors Joel Kitchens, Julie DeWees Sparks, and Vincent T. Davis. This discussion will be moderated by Evan Parks from the Writers League of Texas.
A Genre Exploration
1:00pm-2:00pm
Join us as hear from four authors who each write a different genre! We will explore how writing different genres can affect the writing process and more!
This panel features authors Etta Easton, Max Booth III, Wondra Chang, and James Wade. This discussion will be moderated by author Isa Arsen.
Questions?
Q.How do I become a sponsor of for the 2026 Literary Festival?
A. If you would like to sponsor the 2026 Literary Festival, please email litfest@mfplibrary.org
Q. I’m a local author, how do I get involved?
A. We are currently accepting local authors to partcipate in the Local Author Corner. If you are a local author who would like to partcipate please complete our Local Author Participation Request Form(CLICK HERE TO APPLY). For more information please email litfest@mfplibrary.org.
Q. Can I be a vendor at the 2026 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. Click here to view the different volunteer positions needed. 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.