2026 Festival Indie Authors (A-Z)

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Numerous Indie Authors were selected to appear on panels; check them out here and maybe see the next big star.

Looking for 2026 Presenting Authors?

We have an amazing lineup this year.

Presenting Authors

C.R. Allen

Deborah Derrickson Kossmann

Sonja Dewing

Tom Diggs

Matthew Don

Kiersten Dunbar Chace

Ranch Preservation Foundation

Guillermo Marquez-Sterling

Barbara Nichols, Ph.D.

Roni Capin Rivera-Ashford

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Presenting Sponsors

Major Sponsors

Key Sponsors

Signature Sponsors

Contributing Sponsors

Pi Beta Phi Fraternity - Arizona Alpha Chapter

Supporting Sponsors

Research Corporation for Science Advancement

Participating Sponsors

Health Insurance for Arizona Seniors $Tucson Orthopaedic Institute | Tucson Orthopaedic Institute is Southern Arizona’s Largest and Most Advanced Multi-Specialty Orthopaedic Group. Since 1994, the Board-certified physicians of Tucson Orthopaedic Institute have been setting the highest standard for orthopedic care in Southern Arizona. Our goal has been to consistently deliver world-class care and successful outcomes. Over three decades later, we have grown into the largest and most comprehensive, private orthopedic practice in Southern Arizona. Whether it’s orthopedic surgery, fracture care, imaging, physical therapy, or other orthopedic treatments, we’ve got you covered by a team of experts throughout our six locations.$

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Community Partners

In-Kind Partners

University of Arizona - Facilities Management

Hotel Partners

Leo Kent Hotel, Tucson, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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