# Event Details - **Event Name**: Book Chicks Author Expo - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: Book Chicks: Author Expo is a dynamic literary experience created to bring together existing and aspiring authors for a day of inspirationAbout this EventBook Chicks Expo 26 Vendor MeetingHey there! Get ready to join us in person for the Book Chicks Expo 26 Vendor Meeting. It's the perfect chance to connect, plan, and chat all things expo. Whether you're a vendor or just curious, come hang out and get the inside scoop on what's coming up. Don't miss out on the fun and networking vibes! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbia/book-chicks-author-expo/100001989254661241 - **Event Categories**: business, exhibitions, art, literary-art, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 5 hours - Location: Venue817 - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Columbia - **state**: SC - **country**: United States - **location**: Venue817 - **lat**: 34.0469436 - **long**: -81.11624139999999 - **full address**: Venue817, 817 Saint Andrews Road, Columbia, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Book Chicks Author Expo - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/a4aac96bd11bae8e233c4e70a60e217ee80bad76a935f32783d5d6b2770dead5-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc13042e-gmir.jpg?v=1782360099 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Book Chicks Author Expo being held? - **A:** Book Chicks Author Expo takes place on Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Venue817, 817 Saint Andrews Road, Columbia, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Book Chicks Author Expo? - **A:** Book Chicks Author Expo is organized by Kiwan N. Fitch. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Book Chicks Author Expo is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Columbia, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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To date, the EmPOWERment Corp LLC has produced 5 books, 6 live stage productions in South Carolina, 2 live productions in New Jersey, Co-produced 2 live productions in Louisiana, and has performed at several local events including the IMARA Woman Magazine Health Tour (2015, 2016, and 2017), The Ms. Born Natural Pageant (2016) and the Big DM's 2015 and 2016 Women’s EmPOWERment event at the Convention Center.September 2018 Ms. Fitch launched the Journey Towards Purpose Program as a part of the J2P Global Institute LLC. With this platform; personal development courses are offered in a live and online format. J2PGI offers individual and group coaching in the area of Business, Nonprofit organizational leadership, and Business Incorporation. The institute also offers a curriculum-based program to Certify Purpose Coaches. To date, Kiwan has certified over 50 Purpose Coaches in North and South Carolina, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Alabama, Tennessee, Texas, and London England. As purpose would have it; in June of 2019 Kiwan joined the management team at Hannah House, a transitional housing facility for women and children, which is a part of Christ Central Ministries. She now serves as the Director of Transitional Housing Services. Kiwan has founded and operates two nonprofit organizations: EmPOWERed Connections and Gurls EmPOWERment Network. She also sits on the Advisory Board as Co-Chair for Real Sisters Rising, a for-profit organization that serves women entrepreneurs. Kiwan currently serves as the President of the South Carolina chapter of Real Sisters Rising, a women’s entrepreneurial association. She also sits on the board of directors of two other nonprofit organizations that serve women and families. Kiwan is the mother of 3 sons, 2 bonus sons, 1 daughter in love, 2 grandsons, and 2 granddaughters. Hailing from Jersey City, NJ Kiwan made Columbia, South Carolina their home in 2010. Kiwan is a South Carolina Notary. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from New Jersey City University. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Walden University as well as her Chaplaincy Certification from Christ Central Ministries Institute. " } ] } ] ```