Saturday, August 15, 2026
A celebration of Black literary excellence with author showcases, panel discussions, appetizers & refreshments.
Festival Date & Time:
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Author Panels, Fireside Chats, Appetizers & Refreshments
Books for sale!
MVBBF Merchandise for sale
Book Signings
Appetizers
The mission of MVBBF is to foster discussion, reflection, and celebration of Black authors and their literary works.
The MVBBF is based on the beautiful Martha’s Vineyard Island where Black families historically vacation and writers convene each summer. This celebration is a unique opportunity for both aspiring and well-established Black authors in fiction, non-fiction, young adult, and children to support, share, and celebrate Black literary excellence.
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If you would like to support the MVBBF, please DONATE via:
VENMO to info@mvbbf.com and ZELLE to info@mvbbf.com
We greatly appreciate the support!
All donations are final. Thank you!
Early Bird Tickets Sales Coming Soon!
Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE. If you are unable to use your ticket, you may transfer it to another party. Please provide your substitution name and email to event organizers. Be prepared to show your MVBBF ticket upon admission.
MVBBF is RAIN OR SHINE.
2026 MVBBF Festival Author Book Submission Information:
The MVBBF Author application form will be available on the MVBBF website, January, 2026.
Please do not email to be considered for the 2026 Festival. You must complete and submit an MVBBF Author application to be considered.
If you miss the 2026 author submission deadline please consider applying for the 2027 Festival.
The MVBBF Committee will review 2026 applications.
Newly published books in 2025 and 2026 (prior to the Festival date) will be considered for the 2026 Festival.
Please do not submit books published prior to 2025.
Please do not submit books that are republished and in paperback in 2025 or 2026.
Please do not submit books that have been featured in the Festival.
Authors must be present on MV on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
MVBBF does not provide author travel or lodging.
There are a limited number of author submission spots available.
MVBBF accepts self-published and published authors.
If you are not selected as a participating author please still consider attending the 2026 Festival and becoming part of the growing MVBBF community.
Thank you for your interest.
2025 MVBBF Sponsors
Thank you to our
Corporate Sponsors
Silver Sponsor
Bronze Sponsor
Champion Sponsors
Derek Lewis
Contact us to learn about sponsorship opportunities.
Venue Details
Island Inn Conference Center
30 Island Inn Road, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557
NO PARKING AT VENUE
The Island Inn Conference Center parking is only available for registered hotel guests.
There is NO parking at the Island Inn Conference Center for MVBBF attendees. It is suggested to take a Rideshare to and from the Island Inn Conference Center. For drop off it is best to exit the Rideshare at Noman’s Restaurant Parking Lot and it is a short walk up to the Island Inn Conference Center Entrance.
The Island Inn Conference Center is a 20-minute walk from the center of Oak Buffs. It is also adjacent to Noman’s restaurant and a 10-minute walk to nearby beaches.
Transportation:
Air: Fly direct to Martha's Vineyard (MVY).
Ferry: Go to the Steamship Authority for booking a ferry ticket with or without your car.
Rentals: You can rent a car or bike on the island.
Walking: The Island Inn Conference Center is a 20-minute walk from the center of Oak Bluffs.
Lodging Options:
For lodging options visit VRBO, Airbnb, Martha's Vineyard Online, and Martha's Vineyard Lodging Association.
MVBBF Local Vendors:
Event Planner: B. Edelin Events Planning
Audio: DJ Smooth B
Photographer: So Focused Photography
Rentals: Tilton Rentals
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