GAB Fest Application Frequently Asked Questions

Review process: 

What is the application timeline? 
Applications for the 2026 festival were open from November 24 to December 31, 2025. We are no longer accepting applications.

When will I find out if I am invited to the festival?
The GAB Fest committee hopes to inform authors of our decisions on February 2, 2026.

Eligibility: 

To be eligible, you must answer “Yes” to all of the following: 

• I reside in Travis, Williams, or Hays County.
• I am 18 years old or older.
• I am self-published, published by an independent publishing house, and/or published through traditional publication means.
• I am willing to meet with fellow authors from the local area and interact with readers, and to connect with the Austin Central Library!