For Authors and Merchants

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Bring your story to life…

Authors, your space should reflect the stories you sell. We want to feel as if we were transported to your story the moment we step up to your table.

Apply to be a Author
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Share your fare in the Enchanted Cafe…

Food merchants are welcome to set up and sell their fare at our events. There will be space outdoors for food trucks and indoors for table setup. Bar rental space available for non-alcoholic drinks. No kitchen or dining space provided.

Apply to be a Food Merchant
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Peddle your wares based on genre…

Merchants will be grouped in with authors in genres. Pick the genre that is the closest to what you are selling. Decorate your space to match the genre you are in.

Apply to be a Merchant

For Our Guests

Spend the day with local authors and merchants as you discover new favorites at this family friendly event for all ages.

More details to come…

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This Storytellers’ Market is an immersive experience. Walk the aisles to see what is waiting to be found just around the bend.

Grouped by genre, you are sure to discover a new favorite quickly!

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The colored roses are a visual indicator of the genre that is within the area. Look for the roses on the directional signs and in the program.

Sponsor the Event

With four levels to choose from, you can become a sponsor of our event and receive advertising space in exchange.

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Featured Sponsors

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    Shonda Ramsey | Diamond Sponsor

  • phoenix with the name michelle bolanger

    Michelle Bolanger | Diamond Sponsor

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September 12, 2026

 
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The Event Center of Middletown

Located inside the atrium, hallway, and veil ballroom. Food trucks will be located in the side lot just outside of the ballroom.

Please Note: Photographs are of the venue, not of our event.

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Dates to Remember

September 12, 2026 - Found in a Fairytale: A Storytellers’ Market

Spring 2027 - Found in a Fairytale: A Storytellers’ Workshop