Hughes Main Library • Sat, March 8–9
The Southern Author Fest offers the chance to meet and greet selected regional authors as well as listen to special featured speakers as they share information on their latest books, their writing process, and other literary themes.
10a–12p • Local Author Expo: Session One, Meeting Room A
11a–12:30p • Featured Author Panel & Book Signing, Meeting Rooms B–C
2p–4p • Local Author Expo: Session Two, Meeting Room A
3p–4:30p • Featured Author Panel & Book Signing, Meeting Rooms B–C
2:30p–4p • Southern Author Trivia, Meeting Rooms B–C
3p–5p • Local Author Expo: Session Three, Meeting Room A
Featured Author Panels • Sat, March 8
Each panel discussion will be followed by an audience Q&A session and book signing. Panels will be moderated by Dr. James Engelhardt, Furman University. Books will be available for purchase from M. Judson Booksellers.
A Sense of the South • 11a
Hear from our featured authors how living in the South has influenced and inspired their writing. Learn how they incorporate Southern sights, smells, tastes, and culture to create a unique sense of place for their readers.
The Craft of Writing • 3p
Listen as our featured authors discuss their latest books and the writing, editing, and publishing process.
Poet Teaching Artist