UCF Alumni Book Nook
at Art Knight!

Author Application

The Details

Friday, Nov. 6
6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Parking Lot H2
UCF Main Campus – Between SVAD and Trevor Colburn Hall, Orlando, FL 32816

We’re back on campus – partnering with UCF Art Knight! hosted by the School of Visual Arts & Design.

Authors

No matter what you write –  fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, etc – this is your opportunity to showcase your work, network with fellow authors, connect with the UCF community, and grow your audience.

Applications close Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026.

Why should I attend?

Expand Your Reach: you’ll be featured on our Knight Author website and socials leading up to the event.

Grow Your Audience: by meeting face-to-face with readers, you can sell your books and gain new followers.

Make Connections: meet and network with fellow Knight Authors. 

Tour the Library: get an inside look at the newly renovated John C. Hitt Library.

How much does it cost to attend?

Author Table: $35
Includes: 6-foot table with linen and 2 chairs, parking code for parking near the event location, lunch and tour of the John C. Hitt Library prior to event setup.

How are authors approved?

All applicants will be notified in early September regarding their application for the Book Nook.

Once notified, approved authors will have until Wednesday, Sept. 16 to register for the event and pay the $35 author fee.

What if I want to be sponsored?

Authors – if you are interested in being sponsored, please indicate that on your application form and we will do what we can to honor your preference.

What is Art Knight!?

Art Knight! is an annual open house with a festive atmosphere for the community to engage with UCF artists, experience student projects and tour the studio and classroom spaces in the Visual Arts Building. 

How can I get my book on the Knight Author website?

Our Knight Author website is our collection of works by Knights – UCF alumni, faculty, and staff authors with their works across all literary genres.

You can submit your book for inclusion at any time.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsor this event to make connections, expand your reach and grow your audience.

Sponsorship Levels

Knightro Sponsor | $500

Gold Sponsor | $200

Author Table Sponsor | $100

Learn more about these sponsorship opportunities.

Other Opportunities

Want to sponsor an activity by providing the supplies and staff?

Have another sponsorship idea?

Reach out to us at Knights@ucfalumni.com.

Other Vendors

Interested in tabling at the Book Nook? We’re happy to learn more about your business and why you are a good fit.

Application

If you are interested in tabling at the UCF Alumni Book Nook, please email us at Knights@ucfalumni.com.

Pricing

Bookish Table: $35
Includes: 6-foot table with linen and 2 chairs, parking code for parking near the event location, lunch and tour of the John C. Hitt Library prior to event setup.

Vendor Approval

All vendors will notified no later than early September regarding their application for the Book Nook.

Once notified, approved vendors will have until Wednesday, Sept. 16 to register for the event and pay the $35 vendor fee.

Product Guidelines

Products featuring trademarked UCF logos can only be distributed for free and not sold. However, items with creative names, such as “spirit splash”, can be sold.

Questions? Email us at knights@ucfalumni.com.

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