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Authors for the Culture Our mission is to amplify & empower
marginalized voices through
literature, events, and art.

THANK YOU to everyone that helped and continues to help make this event successful. There have been numerous people shar...
05/24/2026

THANK YOU to everyone that helped and continues to help make this event successful. There have been numerous people sharing flyers/videos/etc., referring vendors to the book fair, and investing in/supporting the community in ways seen and unseen.

Thank you Frank Mansell for your unwavering support and encouragement! Thank you to WBPC committees, staff, and congregation as a whole (to name a few: Kevin, Will, Susan, Ron Sr., Jennifer, Emily, & Courtney) for volunteering & assisting! Special shout out to WBPC Youth Group for volunteering the day before your big day! Thank you Coach Kay for being the lead volunteer and reminding me to drink, eat, and be present! Thank you Spencer for sharing the volunteer opportunity with your students! Thank you Gracesyn and Malachi for volunteering for the entire day! Thank you to all the vendors for sharing your work with the world and helping build community in real time! Thank you to the panelists (CJ, Dr. Bullock, Joe, & Victoria) for all the work you do and for being you! Thank you to my family and friends for your support before, during, and after the book fair! Thank you, thank you, thank you all!

It’s been beautiful to watch the community we are building grow and inspire others. From witnessing authors and patrons fellowship, to capturing videos/pics of one another, to being fully present and engaged in the panel discussion, one thing’s for certain, two things for sure:

1. It takes a village.
2. The Holy Spirit was present last Saturday at the 4th Annual Black Authors Book Fair.

If you missed it, you missed out. Stay tuned for the next one. We’re already looking forward to when that will be and we’d love to have you join us! The more the merrier. 🙌🏽🫶🏽

05/20/2026

And the winning vendors are… 🎉🎉🎉

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05/16/2026

Come and meet local authors!

Support Black excellence, literacy, and community this Saturday at the 2026 Black Authors Book Fair!

This event is bringing together authors, readers, vendors, food, raffles, games, and meaningful conversations — all while giving back to the community through donations for the Little Food Pantry.

Whether you love books, want to discover new Black authors, or just enjoy a good community event, this is a great way to spend your Saturday atternoon.

Saturday, May 16 12 PM - 4 PM
4900 Kaplan Dr. Raleigh, NC 27606
FREE Admission

Don’t forget to bring a non-perishable food item if you can!

Let’s show up and support!

05/15/2026

Whether you love books, want to discover new Black authors, or just enjoy a good community event, this is a great way to spend your Saturday afternoon.

🗓️ Saturday, May 16 12 PM - 4 PM
📍 4900 Kaplan Dr. Raleigh, NC 27606
🎟️ FREE Admission

Don’t forget to bring a blanket & a non-perishable food item if you can!

Let’s show up and support!

Shout out to for the video! See you Saturday!

✨ PANELIST REVEAL ✨We are beyond excited to announce the incredible panelists joining this powerful community conversati...
05/13/2026

✨ PANELIST REVEAL ✨

We are beyond excited to announce the incredible panelists joining this powerful community conversation! 📚🖤🙌🏾

Get ready for an inspiring day filled with books, culture, fellowship, creativity, and CONNECTION as we celebrate and amplify BIPOC voices through literature, art, and community! ✨

This FREE community-centered event will feature:
📖 BIPOC authors
🛍️ Vendors
🎤 A panel discussion
🌱 Community fellowship
☀️ Lawn reading vibes with blankets & books
🥫 A non-perishable food drive for the Little Food Pantry
🏁 Games
🎟️ Raffles

This year’s panel discussion will center on the Presbyterian Church’s Matthew 25 Initiative, focusing on dismantling structural racism and creating more inclusive and equitable communities. These conversations matter — and YOU belong in the room.

🗓 Saturday, May 16, 2026
📍 4900 Kaplan Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
🎟 FREE Admission

Bring your family, your friends, your neighbors, and your blankets — and come ready to support local authors and vendors, connect with the community, and experience a day full of purpose, joy, and empowerment! 💫

SAVE THE DATE 🗣️
SPREAD THE WORD 📣
TAG YOUR BOOK LOVING CREW 👇🏾

05/12/2026

Come meet and shop with local authors and vendors!

Whether you love books, want to discover new Black authors, or just enjoy a good community event, this is a great way to spend your Saturday atternoon.

Saturday, May 16 12 PM - 4 PM
4900 Kaplan Dr. Raleigh, NC 27606
FREE Admission

This event is bringing together authors, readers, vendors, food, raffles, games, and meaningful conversations — all while giving back to the community through donations for the Little Food Pantry.

Don’t forget to bring a non-perishable food item if you can!

Let’s show up and support!

Come meet and shop with local authors and vendors!Support Black excellence, literacy, and community this Saturday at the...
05/11/2026

Come meet and shop with local authors and vendors!

Support Black excellence, literacy, and community this Saturday at the 2026 Black Authors Book Fair!

This event is bringing together authors, readers, vendors, food, raffles, games, and meaningful conversations — all while giving back to the community through donations for the Little Food Pantry.

Whether you love books, want to discover new Black authors, or just enjoy a good community event, this is a great way to spend your Saturday atternoon.

Saturday, May 16 12 PM - 4 PM
4900 Kaplan Dr. Raleigh, NC 27606
FREE Admission

Don’t forget to bring a non-perishable food item if you can!

Let’s show up and support!

05/09/2026

Come meet and shop with local authors and vendors!

Support Black excellence, literacy, and community next Saturday at the 2026 Black Authors Book Fair!

This event is bringing together authors, readers, vendors, food, raffles, games, and meaningful conversations — all while giving back to the community through donations for the Little Food Pantry.

Whether you love books, want to discover new Black authors, or just enjoy a good community event, this is a great way to spend your Saturday atternoon.

Saturday, May 16 12 PM - 4 PM
4900 Kaplan Dr. Raleigh, NC 27606
FREE Admission

Don’t forget to bring a non-perishable food item if you can!

Let’s show up and support!

05/09/2026

Come and meet San Griffin !
Support Black excellence, literacy, and community next Saturday at the 2026 Black Authors Book Fair!

This event is bringing together authors, readers, vendors, food, raffles, games, and meaningful conversations — all while giving back to the community through donations for the Little Food Pantry.

Whether you love books, want to discover new Black authors, or just enjoy a good community event, this is a great way to spend your Saturday atternoon.

Saturday, May 16 12 PM - 4 PM
4900 Kaplan Dr. Raleigh, NC 27606
FREE Admission

Don’t forget to bring a non-perishable food item if you can!

Let’s show up and support!

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