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THE LIT PIC
EDITION

APRIL 2-4, 2027     |     DALLAS, TEXAS

2027 BLACK GIRLS WHO READ™ SUMMIT

YOUR STAY

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT

1201 Raiford Rd
Carrollton, TX 75007

Be sure to adjust your dates according to your arrival dates.
Book by March 12, 2027 to honor the BGWR rate.

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YOUR OVERFLOW STAY

SpringHill Suites by Marriott

720 East Vista Ridge Mall Dr. Lewisville, Texas

Be sure to adjust your dates according to your arrival dates. This location is 10 minutes away.

THE VENUE

CARROLLTON CONFERENCE CENTER

1201 Raiford Rd
Carrollton, TX 75007

Join us on site, just a few steps away from your room!

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FRIDAY

WELCOME TO OUR VILLAGE

Writer's Workshop
VIP Fireside Chat
Black Makers Marketplace and Art Show Happy Hour
Official Welcome Mixer

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SATURDAY

NAIROBI DAYS & WILD NIGHTS

Main Summit Day
VIP Coffee Chat
Author Showcase and Signing
Fireside Chat and Panels
Boundless Bookstore
Kaoroke Bingo Night

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SUNDAY

LIT PICNIC AND IMPACT BRUNCH

Catered Brunch
Exclusive Curated Panel
Journaling Workshop
Youth Mentorship Experience
Elevated Black Tie Evening Gala

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PARTNER WITH
PURPOSE

Bring your brand into an experience created for one of the nation’s largest communities of Black women readers. Our sponsorship opportunities offer meaningful ways to connect with attendees, support transformative programming, and invest in an event rooted in literature, culture, community, mentorship, and service.

Download our sponsorship packet to explore the opportunities and find the right partnership for your brand.

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Boundless

Bookstore

The BGWR Pop Up Summit Bookstore

For authors who were unable to secure a table at the summit, but still want to showcase their books.

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No application required, but space is limited.

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The Black Makers Market

Official Summit Art and Vendor Show

For creatives and vendors who want to join the BGWR Summit and showcase their brand.

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Creators of bookish or handcrafted goods and visual artists encouraged to apply.

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CHOOSE YOUR
EXPERIENCE

ADD-ONS

A La Carte Options

  • Writer's Workshop & Networking

  • Black Maker's Market and Art Show

  • Saturday Only Day Pass

  • Karaoke Bingo Afterparty Only

  • The Lit Picnic Experience

  • The Final Chapter Gala

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GENERAL ADMISSION

$129

Full access to Friday and Saturday Events

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  • Friday:

    • Black Maker's Market and Art Show

    • Welcome Mixer

  • Saturday:

    • Author Signings/ Meet and Greets​

    • Fireside Chats

    • Breakout Sessions

    • Karaoke Bingo Afterparty

VIP
EXPERIENCE

$325

Everything from general admission, plus:​

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  • Friday:

    • VIP Only Author Fireside Chat

  • Saturday:

    • VIP Only Coffee Chat with Kimberla Lawson Roby

    • Lunch Included

    • Access to VIP Lounge and Premium Seating

    • Elevated Welcome Gifts and Drink Tickets

  • Sunday:

    • Admission to the Lit Picnic and Impact Brunch with an Exclusive Panel​

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GENERAL ADMISSION PAYMENT PLANS

  • 2027 Summit General Admission (Pay in 5)

    27.61$
    Every 2 weeks
    +$5 Set Up Fee
    Valid for 10 weeks

  • 2027 Summit General Admission (Pay in 3)

    46.01$
    Every 2 weeks
    +$5 Set Up Fee
    Valid for 6 weeks

  • 2027 Summit General Admission (Pay in 6)

    23.01$
    Every 2 weeks
    +$5 Set Up Fee
    Valid for 12 weeks
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VIP

PAYMENT PLANS

  • 2027 Summit VIP (Pay in 3)

    115.92$
    Every 2 weeks
    +$5 Set Up Fee
    Valid for 6 weeks

  • 2027 Summit VIP (Pay in 5)

    69.55$
    Every 2 weeks
    +$5 Set Up Fee
    Valid for 10 weeks

  • 2027 Summit VIP (Pay in 6)

    57.96$
    Every 2 weeks
    +$5 Set Up Fee
    Valid for 12 weeks

THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 CORE SPONSORS

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