Summerville Book Festival 2025: A Book Lover’s Dream!

Mark your calendars, bookworms! The Summerville Book Festival is coming to downtown Summerville on Saturday, February 15th, and it’s shaping up to be a literary extravaganza you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re a casual reader, an aspiring writer, or a lifelong book fanatic, this festival is designed just for you!

Festival Highlights

🎀 Bestsellers Stage at Flowertown Theatre – Hear from incredible authors like Kate Fagan (The Three Lives of Cate Kay) and Grady Hendrix (Witchcraft for Wayward Girls). VIP ticket holders get signed books, exclusive discounts, and entry to the Authors & Sponsors Reception at Main Street Reads!

πŸ“– Fascinating Panel Discussions – Meet authors from across genres, including thrillers, fantasy, romance, and more!

πŸ–ŠοΈ Workshops for Writers – Take part in a novel-writing panel at Timrod Library or a screenwriting workshop at Flowertown Theatre to learn from industry professionals.

πŸ§’ Children’s Storytime on Hutchinson Square – A free and fun event featuring local authors reading to young book lovers!

πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Storied Summerville Walking Tour – Let master storyteller Tim Lowry guide you through Summerville’s historic district with tales pulled straight from the shelves of the Timrod Library.

🎨 Poetry Bookmark Making at Public Works Arts Center – Create your own unique poetry-inspired bookmark to take home.

πŸ›οΈ Festival Vendors & Bookish Goodies – From local authors and artists to literary-themed crafts, snacks, and more, there’s something for everyone!

πŸ’‘ Get the Full Festival Details & VIP Tickets Here:
πŸ”— Summerville Book Festival 2025


NEW: Ebooks Now Available at Our Online Bookshop! πŸ“±πŸ“š

Love books but running out of room in the suitcase for that next reading getaway? Now you can buy ebooks while still supporting local bookstores!

Through our Bookshop.org online shopping site, you can now browse and purchase both print AND ebooks directly from Main Street Reads and read them right in your web browser (Chrome, Safari, etc.). For the full reading experience, download the iPhone or Android apps to:

βœ” Bookmark, highlight, and annotate your favorite passages
βœ” Adjust font size and typeface for comfortable reading
βœ” Search text within the book
βœ” Sync your reading position across multiple devices
βœ” Read in vertical scroll or paginated mode
βœ” Share your favorite quotes on social media

Every ebook purchase financially supports us independent bookstoresβ€”so you can expand your digital library while keeping the love of local books alive. πŸ’™

Start browsing here: Main Street Reads Ebooks


Upcoming Events You Won’t Want to Miss!

πŸ“– Silent Nights: Quiet Reading Club – This Tuesday!

Need a peaceful escape with your latest read? Join us for Silent Nights, a cozy, distraction-free reading experience at Main Street Reads!

πŸ›‹οΈ Bring your comfort items (pillow, blanket, snacks, etc.)
🍷 Enjoy complimentary wine for the evening session
πŸ›οΈ Browse books & settle in from 6:30 – 7:00 pm
πŸ“– Quiet reading from 7:00 – 8:00 pm
πŸ“š Chat & shop until 8:30 pm

Sign up HERE only if you can attend so we can reserve your spot!


πŸ§™β€β™‚οΈ Fab Fantasy Book Club – This Thursday!

This month’s pick: Four Ruined Realms by Mai Corland

Enter a world of revenge, loyalty, and adventure in this gripping fantasy tale! Perfect for fans of morally gray heroes and intricate heist stories, this book is a stunning deluxe limited edition with sprayed edges, exclusive endpapers, and more.

πŸ’¬ Join the discussion
🍷 Wine & appetizers are free
πŸ“– Book club discount – 10% off ALL months’ pick!


🏈 Super Bowl Sunday: Finance & Football – A Winning Play!

Before the big game on February 9th at 2:30 pm, join us for a free, financially smart event with Karen Stawicki. She’ll share real-world financial strategies from the book, The Power of Three.

πŸ“š Get a signed copy for just $14.95!
πŸ“Š Learn about:
βœ” Guaranteed Lifetime Income
βœ” Cash Value Life Insurance
βœ” Investable Assets & Tax-Saving Strategies

πŸ₯‚ Enjoy wine and light apps while tackling your financial future!
πŸ“ Sign up in advance HERE (it’s free!) so we can plan for snacks!


πŸ’‘ Stay Connected & Join the Fun!
πŸ“² Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for festival updates & bookish news!We can’t wait to celebrate the magic of books with you soon! πŸŽ‰πŸ“š