Welcome to our Literary Event
Celebrating all things Writing & Books!
Scroll down to learn more about: location, author/vendor applications, ticket sales, sponsorship packages, accepted attendees, contests and more!
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SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES!
Sakura Blue Studios is proud to present the Writers of the Realm Literary Festival - A yearly event showcasing local authors, panel discussions, workshops, readings, interactive vendors and guest appearances.
No matter if youre an aspiring writer, an established author, a screenwriter, a publisher or just a huge fan of all things books! Our festival has something for everyone!
At the Writers of the Realm, we welcome all genres of writing and encourage our local authors to provide a short reading of their books so guests can enjoy/get a taste of their work!
We'll have interactive exhibits for the fans, a book-ish scavenger hunt, writing contests and educational panels/workshops that answer those annoying questions in your mind about writing! Our Day portion is open to the public of all ages, with door proceeds going to a local charity.
The evening entertainment for this festival is our spectacular Fantasy Bookish Ball! This year the theme is etherial/celestial, which we are calling the Serenity Ball featuring Music by Maritime Fav DJ Fayder!!
This part of our event is ticketed, 19+ and sure to be an enchanting evening of dancing, oracle readings, contests, delightful desserts, and so much more!
Author / Vendor Applications:
OPEN NOW! SCROLL DOWN TO APPLY
Serenity Ball Tickets go on sale:
January 16th, 2026.
Want to enter our Writing Contest?
We are accepting submissions now for short stories, poems and short film scripts!
See the attached PDF below for details and guidelines for submission! Happy Writing!
Location
The Fredericton Inn
1315 Regent St.
Fredericton, New Brunswick
E3C 1A1
CANADA
Ph: 1-800-561-8777
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Time:
10am-5pm (Literary Festival)
7:30pm - 12am (Fantasy Ball)
Festival and Fantasy Ball will both be in the Grand Ballroom!
Admission to Literary Festival:
$2 (12 and under free)
Donations go to our charity of choice
Fantasy Ball is a ticketed event:
Tickets: $75 (on sale Jan. 16th 2026)
Note: Coat check will only be available during Fantasy Ball portion for a small donation to our local charity of choice
If you are planning on staying overnight at the hotel, we have a select number of discounted rooms at a rate of $139+tax
When booking, mention you are staying for the Fantasy Ball to get the rate. Please call reception to book your room.
Hotel has lots of parking, a full restaurant and a local pub on site!
Hotel Website: Fredericton Inn – fredericton hotels
Applications Forms
AUTHOR & VENDOR APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN!
Please use the correct form below to apply for a table at our literary festival! You are either an Author or a general Vendor. Please note that this event is author-driven, and general vendor tables will be limited and curated towards crafters/businesses that fit our theme. If you are a bookstore, publisher or association, please also use the vendor form to apply. If you are a mystical vendor with items that could be geared towards our Fantasy Ball and would like to have your table stay out during our Fantasy Ball event please reach out to us by email once you have completed the vendor application. There will be an additional cost of $25 to be part of our evening entertainment, but only a few businesses will be selected. If you are selected to be a vendor at our ball you MUST dress up to fit the theme. Everyone attending the ball is required to be in formal wear, or a themed fantasy/book character outfit. This is a formal event so plan accordingly.
Note: Authors/Vendors, you are allowed one assistant at your table due to space. If your assistant also wants to attend the Fantasy Ball, they as well will receive a discounted price when you purchase your pass once approved. All sales are final and non-refundable. Authors & Vendors are allowed to purchase up to 2 Fantasy Ball tickets at the discounted rate.
AUTHORS/VENDORS please be sure not to send any money until you have received a confirmation email from us of attendance and an invoice. Be aware of scammers on social media and know that we will never ask for money online, or for you to apply by inboxing us on social media. All communication will come from our company FB Page: @sakurabluestudio our Instagram @writersoftherealmfantasyball, and email: sakurabluestudios@gmail.com and no one else.
More on Sponsorship Packages
We have a variety of sponsorship opportunities for companies of all sizes!
Depending on how involved you wish to be with our Literary festival or Fantasy ball, you can select the right option that fits your budget or interests. Know that any type of support you give is greatly appreciated as this festival is sure to grow each year, making it a staple point in the New Brunswick Arts & Culture scene!
Please click on the PDF below to view our full Sponsor Package!
If you have any questions at all, please reach out to our Creative Director:
Rebecca Carrigan: sakurabluestudios@gmail.com
2026 Attending Authors & Vendors
This list will be updated gradually over the next year, leading up to the event, as we select our authors/vendors to attend. Stay tuned to this page, or our FB event page here:
