Indie Author Application 

Read Freely Fest will take place in late March 2026 at Richland Library Main. Applications are now open for the Indie Author Alley, which features local and independent authors and illustrators.

Indie Authors are encouraged to participate on Saturday and Sunday. Each author will share an eight-foot table and have access to four feet of table space with one chair. Please include any additional space needs in your application.

December 5 is the deadline to apply.

  • Independent and self-published authors and illustrators 

  • All festival events will take place at Richland Library Main: 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia SC, 29201. Indie Authors will set up their booths inside on the 1st level of the library.  

    There will be an orientation on January 14th for all Indie Authors who are confirmed to participate.

  • A $45 fee provides a 3’ table and access to the festival on Saturday and Sunday. 

    • $10 for additional name badge/credentials