Would you like to Participate in The 6th Annual San Antonio African American Book Festival?
The San Antonio African American Book Festival (SAAABF) was created to provide an exclusive platform for African American Authors to present and promote their work while encouraging Black Literacy. Reading is one of the most important habits that contributes to success in adults and children. We truly believe that a community that reads together succeeds together.
The three founding principles of the San Antonio African American Book Festival are:
Celebrating the Power of Black Literature;
Reinforcing the Fact that Representation Matters and
Encouraging Black Economics
The 6th Annual San Antonio African American Book Festival will be held on Saturday February 22, 2025 at Second Baptist Community Center (3320 E. Commerce) from Noon - 5:00pm. The event is actively promoted and marketed and is currently one of the largest African American Book Festivals in Texas. We have hosted hundreds of Authors throughout the United States and thousands of attendees over the past five years.
If you are interested in being a part of the 6th Annual San Antonio African American Book Festival, please review the Participating Author Overview below.
Participating Author Overview
If you would like to participate in the 6th Annual San Antonio African American Book Festival, please be sure to review the Participating Author Benefits and Requirements below and click here to complete the Application. Please keep in mind that your Application must be received no later than November 30, 2024 to be selected. It is suggested that you submit your application because slots fill up quickly due to the popularity of the Event. If selected, you will receive and Acceptance Email (November 15th - December 15th) and invoice for the $75 Participation Fee which must be paid no later than December 31, 2024.
Participating Author Benefits
- 1 6-foot table with 2 chairs (Author must provide table covering)
- Author's Picture & Bio will be displayed on the San Antonio African American Book Festival Website
- Author's Picture & Bio will be shared on the San Antonio African American Book Festival Facebook Page
- Author's Picture & Bio will be included in the Official Souvenir Book that is distributed to Attendees
- Author's Name will be listed on the Official SAAABF T-Shirt (T-Shirt is free for all Participating Authors)
- Authors must submit their applications no later than November 30, 2024
- Payment of the $75 Participation Fee must be made no later than December 31, 2024
- Authors must have physical inventory of books available to sell at Event
- Authors must have capability to accept Electronic Payments as there is no ATM on site
Event Schedule
Authors & VIPs Mixer
Friday February 21, 2025 (Time TBA)
Second Baptist Community Center Banquet Room
3310 E. Commerce Street San Antonio, TX 78220
Author Set Up Time
Saturday February 22, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am
Second Baptist Community Center Gym
3310 E. Commerce Street San Antonio, TX 78220
6th Annual San Antonio African American Book Festival
Saturday February 22, 2025 Noon - 5:00pm
Second Baptist Community Center Gym
3310 E. Commerce Street San Antonio, TX 78220
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us at SAAABookFest@gmail.com.
The San Antonio African American Book Festival (SAAABF) was created and is committed to: Celebrating the Power of Black Literature; Reinforcing the fact that Representation Matters and Encouraging Black Economics. The funds raised from the Event are especially dedicated to promoting Literacy in San Antonio’s Black Community.
The San Antonio African American Book Festival has always been and will always be Unapologetically Yours.
The San Antonio African American Book Festival has always been and will always be Unapologetically Yours.
