Giddings Public Library and Cultural Center

Since 2006, we've celebrated Texas authors for their hard work and dedication. In addition to honoring Texas writers, the book festival gives our community an opportunity to meet word wranglers and learn about the writing craft. Our annual books festival is the 4th Friday and following Saturday in September. 

During the festival, authors are available at their tables to sell their books, sign autographs, and take pictures. Authors are scheduled to read excerpts of their books and answer audience questions. 

We accept a wide range of book genres including: murder mystery, fantasy, science fiction, cookbooks, self-help books, youth fiction, and picture books. Many of our authors are independently published, and they enjoy meeting readers directly. They've also told us they greatly benefit from the camaraderie found among other authors at the annual festival. 

Local schools bring students to meet the authors and learn about the writing process. Many festival authors also visit local schools to give student presentations and to inspire the next generation to love reading and writing. 

The 2025 Texas Word Wrangler Book Festival marks the festival's 20th year. Held annually in September, the festival attracts authors from all over the state of Texas. The 2024 festival featured 22 authors with 202 different books for sale.