Saturday April 11, 2026
Authors’ Book Fair



Authors’ Book Fair
Saturday, April 11, 2026 · 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Downtown New Iberia · Main Street
The Authors’ Book Fair is a highlight of the Books Along the Teche Literary Festival, April 10–12, 2026. Set against the backdrop of the festival spanning historic downtown New Iberia, this outdoor marketplace invites authors to showcase and sell their published works directly to festival-goers.
Author Information
- Open to all authors with published books (self-published welcome).
- Books must be currently in print and available for sale on site.
- Table fee: $50 (all proceeds benefit the Festival).
- Space is limited. Authors will be selected and scheduled by committee.
- Authors are asked to submit a digital book cover (JPEG) for inclusion on the festival website. They will also need to provide a short author bio of 40 words to accompany their listing.
Event Details
- Setup: Before 9:00 a.m.
- Tear-down: After 3:00 p.m.
- Authors must bring their own tables, tents/shade, signs, and books.
- Electricity is not available along Main Street.
- Please keep sidewalks clear — tents must not block foot traffic or entrances to local businesses.
Logistics
- Maps with table locations will be available for pickup at Books Along the Teche (106 East Main St.) on Friday, April 10, and Saturday, April 11, starting at 9:00 a.m.
- Volunteers will be on hand to assist with setup when possible.
- Parking locations will be included on the map.
Questions?
Contact Howard Kingston at Books Along the Teche
337-367-7621
We look forward to seeing you on Main Street and wish you a successful book fair!