# Event Details - **Event Name**: Literary Indulgence Book Festival 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: For book lovers, authors, and families!About this EventThe Literary Indulgence Book Festival returns for its third year, bringing together authors, educators, readers, and families for a powerful celebration of storytelling and community impact.With an anticipated attendance of 500+ guests, this free public event continues to grow as one of Jacksonville’s premier literary experiences.Join us as we close out the celebration of the (a) river rising: Anthology of Women’s Voices: Spaces and Places anthology exhibit at the FSCJ Kent Campus Art Gallery. In a special collaboration with Women Writing for (a) Change Jacksonville, the Literary Indulgence Book Festival will celebrate the works of Teresa Cook and Emily Mitchell, their 2024-2025 Zora Neale Hurston Fellows. This collection delves into the profound meanings of 'place' and 'space,' showcasing a thoughtful and beautiful interpretation of these themes through the eyes of both artists.The Literary Indulgence Book Festival is proud to feature Nikesha Elise Williams, an author with a gift for bringing family histories and generational stories to life. Her work weaves rich narratives where history, heritage, and heart intertwine. After years of independent publishing, Nikesha makes her traditional debut with The Seven Daughters of Dupree, a moving generational tale that follows seven women across time. With its intricate exploration of mothers, daughters, and the legacies they inherit, the novel is both an intimate and expansive testament to Nikesha’s narrative power.Don't miss the chance to meet Nikesha Elise Williams in an intimate session as she pulls back the curtain on the publishing journey behind The Seven Daughters of Dupree. You’ll get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the craft required to weave together such a powerful multi-generational narrative of ancestry and legacy. It is a unique opportunity to hear directly from a master storyteller about the research and soul poured into bringing these seven women to life. Connect with one of the most influential literary voices right here in Jacksonville and walk away with your own personally signed copy of this instant classic!Third Annual Literary Indulgence Book FestivalSaturday, July 18, 202610:00 AM – 4:00 PMFlorida State College at Jacksonville (FSCJ) Kent Campus3939 Roosevelt Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 322052026 Theme: The New Faces of Education: Where Learning and Literature ConvergeThis year’s programming will explore how education and literature shape voices, strengthen communities, and inspire lifelong engagement with the written word.Join moderator Rekia Beverly and panelists S.E. Smith, PeTika Tave, Michelle Flores, Mariah Jones, and Frank Goodin II for a dynamic discussion on how educators are reshaping the literary landscape. This engaging session explores the powerful intersection of teaching and storytelling, highlighting the voices that inspire the next generation of readers and writers.WHAT TO EXPECT• 40 Featured Authors Across Multiple Genres• Youth Literary Pavilion: Children’s Writing Workshop/Storytelling/Books & Bubbles Giveaway/Face Painting & Games• Educators in Literature Panel Discussion• Literary Master Classes• Author & Poetry Readings• Book Signings and Networking Opportunities• Andre Griffin, DJ DreOne/Vendors/Food Truck/Raffles & PrizesSTAY CONNECTEDMore details about the featured speakers & festival fun can be found at www.literaryindulgence.com.Be the first to receive festival updates and author announcements!Follow us on:· FB: @literaryindulgencebookishdelights· Instagram: @literaryindulgencebookdelights· YouTube: LiteraryIndulgence“The Home(s) of the Literary Indulgence Book Festival”❤️ We love our sponsors and donors! None of this would be possible without your support. Visit our website to find out more about how you can contribute and assist us in our continued efforts to showcase the literary arts in our community! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/jacksonville/literary-indulgence-book-festival-2026/10000999465477147 - **Event Categories**: Art, literary-art, Festivals, Workshops, Business, fine-arts, food-drinks - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fliterary-indulgence-book-festival-2026-tickets-999465477147 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Jacksonville - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: Florida State College at Jacksonville: Kent Campus - **lat**: 30.2998892 - **long**: -81.7185451 - **full address**: Florida State College at Jacksonville: Kent Campus, 3939 Roosevelt Boulevard, Jacksonville, United States ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: Literary Indulgence of Jacksonville Book Festival (https://allevents.in/org/literary-indulgence-of-jacksonville-book-festival/24780538) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/1db60c2cd35bd904765b8ad5774c621babf455ea68266fc97a035bb4ac7dee3c-rimg-w781-h394-dcfffffe-gmir.jpg?v=1772867171 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/10bbf92c7d0fcbb2d0ebff7433e8c2d318832ffac7a11102f6cb65d2c5d2d421-rimg-w400-h400-dcd7d91a-gmir.jpg?v=1772867171 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00) - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** Florida State College at Jacksonville: Kent Campus, 3939 Roosevelt Boulevard, Jacksonville, United States - **Q**: What is the ticket price? - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 USD - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** Literary Indulgence of Jacksonville Book Festival - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** Art, literary-art, Festivals, Workshops, Business, fine-arts, food-drinks - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Literary Indulgence Book Festival 2026 ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Literary Indulgence Book Festival 2026", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/1db60c2cd35bd904765b8ad5774c621babf455ea68266fc97a035bb4ac7dee3c-rimg-w781-h394-dcfffffe-gmir.jpg?v=1772867171", "startDate": "2026-07-18T10:00:00-04:00", "endDate": "2026-07-18T16:00:00-04:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/jacksonville/literary-indulgence-book-festival-2026/10000999465477147", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Florida State College at Jacksonville: Kent Campus", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "3939 Roosevelt Boulevard", "postalCode": "32205", "addressLocality": "Jacksonville", "addressRegion": "FL", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "30.2998892", "longitude": "-81.7185451" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "For book lovers, authors, and families!", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-03-07", "availabilityEnds": "2026-07-18T16:00:00-04:00", "validFrom": "2026-03-07", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/jacksonville/literary-indulgence-book-festival-2026/10000999465477147" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-03-07", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-03-07", "url": "https://allevents.in/jacksonville/literary-indulgence-book-festival-2026/10000999465477147", "price": 0, "name": "General Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Literary Indulgence of Jacksonville Book Festival", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/literary-indulgence-of-jacksonville-book-festival/24780538", "description": "The Literary Indulgence of Jacksonville Book Festival is presented by Literary Indulgence of Jacksonville, LLC in partnership with the Annie Ruth Foundation and the Green Sims Williams Family Foundation." } ] } ] ```