# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Local Author Day
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for a fun-filled afternoon celebrating our local author community! Come meet talented local writers to chat with authors about their work and inspiration, browse books across different genres for adults and children, and purchase signed copies directly from the authors. 

Whether you're an avid reader, an aspiring writer, or wanting to offer support for our local writing community, Local Author Day offers something for everyone!


Author Applications

Due to growing interest and limited event space, participation is now determined through an application process. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.

While all authors are encouraged to apply, preference will be given to authors who reside within 20 miles of Wichita city limits.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION HERE:  https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=jwBtuCmznUuJaE5-OZ7XASKs-kOvPpxBv51Zt67uR0BUQjFRMzdXSTY5UVBHVlY2VzNWSTNUWlZGSi4u&route=shorturl

Application Deadline: Friday, July 10 at 10:00 p.m. CT

Applicants will be notified of their acceptance status via email by 8:00 p.m. CT, Wednesday, July 15. Authors who have not received a response by that date should contact the library.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wichita/local-author-day/200030258804600
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 124

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Wichita
- **state**: KS
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Wichita Advanced Learning Library
- **lat**: 37.686883088685
- **long**: -97.347809741579
- **full address**: Wichita Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St N, Wichita, KS 67203-6004, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Local Author Day
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/7c4e607a4f142238c5ee9d853ed7097d4bf3bd904beebf4586d0cdd170b042c5-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1785645085

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Local Author Day being held?
  - **A:** Local Author Day takes place on Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Wichita Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St N, Wichita, KS 67203-6004, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Local Author Day?
  - **A:** Local Author Day is organized by Wichita Public Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Local Author Day is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wichita, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 120+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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