There are so many ways to get involved with the Virginia Festival of the Book! Our community partners, sponsors, and volunteers provide critically needed support to ensure that Festival programming reaches people of all ages and backgrounds, and speaks to the diverse interests and needs of Virginians.
Speak about your book
Authors (and publishers or publicists, on their behalf) can submit participant applications prior to our annual deadline of September 15. The applications are available on this website by June 1 each year for the Festival taking place the following spring.
Partner with us
Community partners have the opportunity to propose a program and help promote it, provide a venue, and/or support the work of the Festival through a sponsorship. To learn more or suggest a program, contact vabook@virginia.edu by September 15 for the Festival taking place the following spring.
Sponsor a program
Any community organization wishing to sponsor the Festival, a specific program, or a track of programs can contact Kalela Williams at kaw8m@virginia.edu or call (434) 924-6561. Benefits vary with the event and size of sponsorship but may include: name and logo displayed on the website and in printed materials; name and logo displayed at the event; public announcement of sponsorships; and/or complimentary tickets and special seating.
Volunteer
Whether helping out for a couple hours or a few days, volunteers play a big role in the Festival. The Festival could not happen without volunteers.
