Join us at the Southern Festival of Books!
Vanderbilt University Presents
the 38th annual Southern Festival of Books,
a program of Humanities Tennessee
2026
OCTOBER 17 (9am to 6pm)
OCTOBER 18 (10am to 5pm)
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, Tennessee State Museum, and Tennessee State Library and Archives
the 38th annual Southern Festival of Books,
a program of Humanities Tennessee
2026
OCTOBER 17 (9am to 6pm)
OCTOBER 18 (10am to 5pm)
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, Tennessee State Museum, and Tennessee State Library and Archives
Coffee with AuthorsJoin us for Coffee With Authors at the Southern Festival of Books on Saturday, October 17th.
Southern Festival of Books Chair CiCi Christman has organized an amazing lineup of acclaimed, award-winning and best selling authors: • Kylie Lee Baker • Lauren Nossett • Lisa Patton • Gin Phillips • Eliana Ramage This panel brings together authors spanning multiple genres and publishing paths. Join us for coffee and conversation centered on the theme “throughout the life of the author”, exploring author journeys from debut to double digit published books. Saturday, October 17 at the Tennessee State Museum Doors open 9 AM (members) / 9:30 AM (public) No registration needed |
Bookmaking Workshopwith Autumn McPeak
Saturday, November 14 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM Bordeaux Library 4000 Clarksville Pike, Nashville, TN 37218 Learn to create a gorgeous, custom hardcover book that lies completely flat for zero-struggle writing, painting or sketching. Every participant will walk away with their own handmade masterpiece and the skills to create more! Enjoy the special member rate for this amazing fall program (small lunch included). Member VIP Admission: $100 Non-member Admission: $120 Register at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/wnba-book-making-workshop |
Upcoming Events
Monthly Programming for Members. Guests welcome!
Saturday, October 17 – Coffee with Authors. Our WNBA signature event. Doors open 9AM (members) / 9:30AM (public) at the Tennessee State Museum.
Saturday, October 17 - Sunday, October 18 – Southern Festival of Books. Bicentennial Capitol Mall, Tennessee State Museum, and Tennessee State Library and Archives campus. See https://www.sofestofbooks.org/ for more information on the festival.
Tuesday, November 3rd – Monthly Meeting at Carrabba’s in Green Hills. Hermitage Writer Hangout is our featured writer’s group; History, Mythology, & Folklore: Weaving Worlds. New York Times bestselling illustrator Jessica Roux shares how history, mythology, and folklore inspire everything she creates. Socializing begins at 6 PM, programming at 6:30 PM.
Saturday, November 14th - Bookmaking Workshop with Autumn McPeak
10:30-2:30 at the Bordeaux Library
4000 Clarksville Pike, Nashville, TN 37218
Cost: $100 WNBA members, $120 non-members
Includes instruction, professional grade materials, and light lunch
Register at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/wnba-book-making-workshop
Tuesday, December 8th – Christmas Party (details TBA)
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Thank you for your continued support, and welcome, new members! |
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Questions?
All events, with the exception of the annual Christmas dinner and the Garden Party, are free and open to the public. For more information, contact [email protected]
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