The Indianapolis Public Library to host Author Fair at Proof: A Midwest Lit Fest on October 3

Indianapolis, Indiana – The Indianapolis Public Library is partnering with Indiana Humanities to host a Local Author Fair on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fair will take place at Herron High School, 110 E 16th St, Indianapolis, IN 46202, during Proof: A Midwest Lit Fest, a growing fall literary festival entering its third year.

The Local Author Fair is open to the public, offering readers the opportunity to meet and connect with authors from across Indiana.

Indiana authors are invited to apply for one of up to 30 free table spaces at the event. Selected participants will have the opportunity to showcase and sell their books while connecting with the literary community. Author applications will be accepted through Wednesday, July 29. Authors will be notified of acceptance on or after September 4, 2026.

“The Indianapolis Public Library has a long history of connecting local writers with readers and providing space for storytellers to learn and grow,” said Alexander Hampton, program specialist at The Indianapolis Public Library. “Partnering with Indiana Humanities for Proof: A Midwest Lit Fest was a natural extension of that charge, allowing us to celebrate the incredible talent of Indiana authors while creating opportunities for community connection. We look forward to sharing The Library’s collections, services, and Bookmobile with festival attendees and helping more readers discover local voices.”

Authors who apply for a table space at the 2026 Local Author Fair at Proof must live or work in Indiana, with priority given to authors with work published in 2025 or 2026. The application can be found here.

For more information on Proof: A Midwest Lit Fest, visit indianahumanities.org/proof.

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Indiana Humanities sparks curiosity, connects people, and explores the human experience through programs, grants, and storytelling. Learn more at www.IndianaHumanities.org. 

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