FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Literature and Lattes is a two-day, clean fiction, book event that includes writing workshops and a book fair featuring authors from South Dakota and around the country. 

Whether you're a reader, writer, coffee connoisseur, or all of the above—if you like the idea of snuggling in with a good book while the aroma of coffee wafts through the air - this event is for you!

Join us at the 

Denny Sanford Convention Center

Sioux Falls, South Dakota

2026 dates coming soon!

Writing Workshops & Author Panel
9:00am - 4:00pm

Join us for a full day of Writing Workshops led by experienced authors covering topics from writing to publishing to marketing.

All classes are free, but registration is required as seating is limited.

Author Meet & Greet
6:30pm - 8:00pm

The Author Meet & Greet is a business casual/formal event for authors and writers to connect and chat while enjoying light refreshments.

(Tickets and registration required.)

Book Fair
9:00am - 3:00pm

The Book Fair including over 70 authors and craft vendors.

Books available include fantasy, romance, children’s, devotionals, non-fiction, suspense, paranormal, and more. 

Food/coffee truck available.

The first 25 attendees get a free swag bag filled with goodies!

(No tickets or registration needed.)

Silent Auction
9:00am - 2:00pm

During the Book Fair, several tables filled with baskets are available for auction (silent). 

Our Silent Auction highlights a local non-profit each year with 50% of proceeds going to support their cause.

If you'd like to donate a basket, click link below.

(No tickets or registration needed.)

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