Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 1 1 am to 5 pm
Location: Randall House
215 Randall St.
Greer, SC 29651
The CSI Fall Book Festival is a celebration of stories, creativity, and community. Join us for a day filled with books, author meet-and-greets, and opportunities to discover new favorites across a wide variety of genres.
Hosted by Creative Slingers of Ink, this annual event brings together talented authors from across the region and beyond to connect directly with readers in a welcoming and family-friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re searching for your next great read, looking for a unique gift, or simply enjoy meeting the people behind the stories, there’s something here for everyone.
Browse author tables, chat with writers about their books, participate in interactive activities, and experience the excitement of a community brought together through a shared love of reading.
Admission is free for readers, making it the perfect way to spend an autumn afternoon surrounded by books, creativity, and inspiration.
Why You’ll Love the CSI Fall Book Festival
🌟 Discover hidden gems and exciting new books from talented authors.
❤️ Connect with the people behind the stories and hear about their creative journeys.
🎉 Enjoy a fun-filled day celebrating books, creativity, and community.
🛍️ Shop for unique books and literary gifts you won’t find everywhere else.
🍁 Experience a welcoming autumn event designed for readers of all ages.
📚 Explore a wide variety of genres and discover something unexpected.
🤗 Meet fellow readers who share your love of books and storytelling.
✨ Leave inspired, entertained, and with a growing list of books to read.
Authors
30 authors
Genres
26+ genres
Books
130+ titles
Admission
FREE for Readers
For Readers
📖 Meet authors and get books signed
🔍 Browse books across 40+ genres
🎟️ Participate in the Passport to Reading activity
🎁 Discover unique gifts for book lovers
🏆 Enter reader prize drawings
🚗 Enjoy free parking
💲 Free admission
For Authors
📚 Connect directly with readers
📣 Increase visibility through CSI promotion
🤝 Network with fellow authors and creatives
🌟 Showcase your books in a welcoming environment
🎯 Reach new readers and grow your audience
🎤 Optional VIP promotional opportunities available
📖 Represent your genre and share your stories
Meet the Authors
The Fall Book Festival brings together authors from multiple states and a wide variety of genres, creating opportunities for readers to discover new books, meet talented storytellers, and connect with the people behind the stories.
Whether you enjoy romance, mystery, fantasy, science fiction, historical fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, memoirs, self-help, or something in between, you’ll find authors and books waiting to be discovered.
Check back often as new authors are added to the lineup throughout the year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is admission free?
Yes.
Do I need an RSVP?
Not required, but encouraged.
Will books be available for purchase?
Yes. Authors will have books available for purchase and signing.
Is parking available?
Yes.
Is the event indoors?
Yes.
Join Us at the Fall Book Festival
Whether you’re looking for your next favorite book, hoping to meet talented authors, or simply enjoy spending time with fellow readers, we’d love to see you there.