Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is the festival?
A: SE-YA Book Fest is March 11 - 13, 2021! For the first time ever, SE-YA will be a fully online event!
We will be using Crowdcast to broadcast our event. Registration is required for all events and begins January 27.
Q: How much does it cost to attend the festival?
A: SE-YA Book Festival is completely FREE!
Q: Who will be at SE-YA 2021?
A: Our full author lineup is available here.
Q: Where is the festival located?
A: SE-YA 2021 will be a fully virtual, online event. We will be using Crowdcast to broadcast our event.
Q: Do I have to purchase tickets to attend?
A: Registration/tickets are only required for Thursday and Friday's school visit events (open to school groups only).
Saturday is free but registration is required.
Registration is required for all events and begins January 27.
Saturday Writing Workshops are FREE but require registration.
Info about Writing Workshops will be available early in 2021.
If you are a middle or high school teacher, administrator, or librarian interested in bringing a group to the festival, please email us at info@seyabookfest.com to be added to the mailing list.
Q: Who may attend the festival on Thursday and Friday?
A: Thursday and Friday are reserved for school groups only. SE-YA 2021 will be a virtual festival.
Registration is required for all events and begins January 27.
If you are a middle or high school teacher, administrator, or librarian interested in bringing a group to the festival, please email us at info@seyabookfest.com to be added to the mailing list.
Q: Who may attend the festival on Saturday?
A: Anyone is able to visit the festival on Saturday. The event is free to the public on Saturday.
Registration is required for all events and begins January 27.
Plan your day now, the schedule is here!
Q: Do the writing workshops on Saturday require registration?
A: Yes. Information about Writing Workshops is available here.
Writing Workshop Registration opens February 23.
Q: What is the schedule for the festival?
A: Thursday and Friday's schedule is private and only available to schools who have registered.
The schedule has been shared with educators. Contact us if you need to receive this information.
Registration is required for all events and begins January 27.
The Community Day schedule is here!
Q: Will I be able to purchase books at the festival?
A: Yes. The bookstore is available online NOW for advance purchase of books.
Here is a list of available titles and pricing.
Educators: To make a purchase using a Purchase Order,
contact Kiel Murphy via email: kiel(dot)murphy(at)volstate.edu
Q: How can I support the festival?
A: If you are an individual and would like to donate to SE-YA, please visit our PayPal link.
If you would like to sponsor the festival in a greater capacity, please visit our sponsor link.
Q: How can I take part in the author panels at SE-YA?
A: Application for SE-YA 2021 have closed.
To be considered for SE-YA 2022, watch our website for the author application in May 2021.
Q: Do you have an anti-harassment policy for participants?
A. Yes! SE-YA is dedicated to a safe event experience for everyone. Click here for our policy.