For more information about the event, please visit https://www.inkwellfest.com.
Friday, October 2 — Industry & Headliner Evening
Friday night is a ticketed event that is open to the public but requires paid admission. To purchase tickets please visit: https://www.inkwellfest.com/2026-events.
6:30–7:00 PM — Industry Mixer + Musical Guest
Musical guest Manuela Vega will kick off the evening during the industry mixer.
7:00–8:00 PM — Inside the Indie Literary Space: Industry Panel
A panel discussion featuring Book*hug Press and QT Magazine, exploring the different literary paths available to writers and offering insight into the publishing and literary industry.
8:00–9:00 PM — Headline Authors: Rachel & Harrison Browne
Rachel and Harrison Browne will discuss their book, Let Us Play, followed by a Q&A with the audience.
9:00–9:30 PM — Mix & Mingle
Guests will have an opportunity to connect and network following the formal programming.
Saturday, October 3 — Community & Writer Programming
Saturday events are free to the public, except for the workshop with Greg Rhyno. To purchase tickets to the workshop, please visit: https://www.inkwellfest.com/2026-events.
10:00 AM–4:00 PM — Vendor Market + Collage Bookmark Station
A vendor market featuring local literary and creative businesses, along with a hands-on collage bookmark-making station for attendees.
12:30–2:00 PM — Workshop: Pitch, Publish, and Promote: Sell Your Book Idea or Series
Led by author Greg Rhyno.
For aspiring writers looking to write and publish a standalone book or a whole series.
2:30 PM — Short Story Contest Awards Ceremony
Celebrating the winners of the Inkwell Literary Festival Short Story Contest.
