Upcoming Author Readings, Book Clubs & Discussions
Join fellow readers, indie authors, and visiting publishers in our Austin salon or connect virtually from anywhere. Free reservations and book club sign-ups updated weekly.
The Architecture of Lone Star Fiction
In-Conversation & Signing with Austin Novelist Elena Morales
Elena Morales is a Whiting Award recipient based in East Austin. Her new novel explores generational heritage, environmental shifts, and familial ties across Central Texas.
Elena Morales
Author of 'Dusk on the Pedernales'
Austin Poets Collective: Open Verse & Broadside Release
An intimate evening of readings and live letterpress printing
Marcus Vance hosts the Austin Underground Lyric Series and publishes micro-editions via hand-operated Chandler & Price letterpress machinery.
Marcus Vance
Curator & Resident Poet
Small Press Circle: Contemporary Translated Literature
Monthly book club gathering discussing 'The Blue Notebooks of Kyoto'
Dr. Sarah Chen specializes in contemporary East Asian speculative prose and coordinates LitLit's monthly translated works reading series.
Sarah Chen, Ph.D.
Club Moderator & Indie Bookseller
Crafting Nonfiction: Memoir in the Digital Epoch
Virtual Masterclass & Live Audience Q&A Stream
Julian K. Mercer writes cultural criticism for premier literary reviews and teaches creative nonfiction workshops across North America.
Julian K. Mercer
Author of 'Memory and Machine'
Indie Publisher Showcase: Deep Vellum & Texas Small Presses
Panel dialogue on preserving physical print, independent distribution, and local voices
A collective conversation with visionary Texas publishers championing vital literature in translation and bold new southern voices.
Will Evans & Guests
Publisher & Translator Collective
Propose an Author Reading or Book Club Session
We welcome Austin indie writers, chapbook publishers, and local reading collectives. Get in touch to schedule a salon evening at LitLit Bookstore.
Bring Your Words to Life at LitLit
We celebrate independent authors, small publishers, and creative thinkers. Propose an author reading, release party, community panel, or workshop in the heart of Austin, Texas.
Venue & Hosting Standards
Austin, Texas Indie Salon
Seated & Standing Capacity
Our main reading salon accommodates up to 65 seated attendees or 90 standing for receptions and book signings.
Acoustics & AV Equipment
Full PA sound system with two wireless microphones, podcast-ready audio recording, and portable digital projection.
Book Sales & Consignment
We stock, merchandise, and manage on-site point-of-sale for indie authors, coordinating directly with publishers or consignments.
Lead Time & Review
Please submit proposals at least 4 to 6 weeks prior to your target dates to permit calendar curation and marketing setup.
Supported Formats
Have questions before proposing a date? Reach our events coordinator directly at contact@litlitbookstore.com or call (512) 555-0123.
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