Please note that all of these FAQs pertain to the 2025 event only.
Is there an age requirement to enter?
Though we are not requiring you to be 18 or older for the 2025 event, and we understand the difficulties with childcare, this event is not child friendly. We recommend those in attendance are AT LEAST 13 years of age or older. Some may have explicit, NSFW artwork, covers, and items at their booths.
Do I need a Ticket to attend?
Yes, you must purchase a ticket prior to the event, no tickets will be sold at the door. Our event is officially SOLD OUT. To get a ticket please join our Facebook Attendee Group and keep an eye on the resale thread.
Does my Spouse/Partner or Child need a ticket?
Anyone that is entering the signing hall MUST have a ticket to enter.
Will tickets include meet & greets, parties, panels, and workshops?
If you have purchased a VIP Ticket, you will be able to join us Friday night at the Country Throwdown Meet and Greet, and the Y2K After Party. The 2025 event does NOT have panels or workshops.
How many tickets will be sold?
150 VIP tickets, and 500 general admission tickets.
Is ID required?
Though ID is not required to register, ID will be required should you win one of our prizes, so please make sure you have it on you.
Are tickets refundable or transferable?
No, tickets are not refundable. However, in the event that you can no longer attend you can list your ticket for sale on our Facebook Group Attendee Page. Tickets must be sold for the purchase price only. There is no guarantee that your ticket will sell.
An Author/Narrator/Vendor that I was hoping to see is no longer attending can I have a refund?
Sadly, life happens, and sometimes authors/narrators/and vendors are no longer able to attend. Our attending list is always subject to change. We do not offer refunds on tickets because someone can no longer attend. Please make sure when buying tickets, you have a few authors you'd like to see, and you are not purchasing for one singular attending.
Will authors have pre-orders available?
Yes! We have put together a pre-order spreadsheet for your convenience. You can find that at the bottom of this page.
What payment forms will be accepted:
Most authors will be able to accept all major credit and debit cards. Each Author/Narrator/Vendor will have their own payment acceptances and policies. It is important to always bring cash, in the event that your card isn't accepted, or technical difficulties with card processing machines. We also recommend bringing smaller bills as authors/narrators/vendors may not have change for $50s and $100s.
Can I bring books from home?
Yes! You absolutely can bring books from home!
Is there a limit to howe many books I can bring?
We have a 5 BOOK Limit for each author. However, author's may set their own limits which will supersede any preset limit Tennessee Lit Con has set. Please contact the author ahead of time to see if they have their own limits.
Will all authors have books to purchase at their booth?
Almost all authors will have books at their booths; however, it is up to the author. Most authors will travel with limited quantity of books, so it is important to preorder books you absolutely want to avoid sell out. If you want a certain book, and don't see it on the author's preorder please reach out to them directly. Tennessee Lit Con has no control over what books or how many an author brings.
Is there a room block available for attendees?
Yes, a room block is available until it is sold out. AT THIS TIME OUR ROOM BLOCK HAS SOLD OUT
Are outside food and drinks allowed?
No, outside food and beverages are not permitted within the convention. However, the concession stand will be open for the entirety of the event as well as we will have water stations throughout the convention space.
What time is registration?
VIP Registration begins at 9AM
General Admission Registration begins at 11AM.
Please note that if you are a VIP ticket holder that attended the Country Throwdown you will not need to register on Saturday.
If you are a General Admission ticket holder that opted for Badge Shipping you will not need to register on Saturday.
What times are the signing hours?
VIP Signing hours are from 11AM-2PM
General Admission Signing hours are from 2PM-7PM.
I opted for Badge Shipping but lost my badge, what happens?
If you lose your badge, put in the wrong mailing address, etc. You will not be able to attend Tennessee Lit Con, nor will your ticket be refunded. Please make sure you keep your badge in a safe place when choosing badge shipping. Once we ship your badge, you are virtually checked in.
Are book carts allowed?
Yes, top loaded book carts are allowed. However, wagons are not. Please see below to make sure your cart is one that will be permitted inside. If you bring a cart that is not permitted, you will be asked to leave it in your vehicle/room before entry is permitted to the signing hall.
Is there an age requirement to enter?
Though we are not requiring you to be 18 or older for the 2025 event, and we understand the difficulties with childcare, this event is not child friendly. We recommend those in attendance are AT LEAST 13 years of age or older. Some may have explicit, NSFW artwork, covers, and items at their booths.
Do I need a Ticket to attend?
Yes, you must purchase a ticket prior to the event, no tickets will be sold at the door. Our event is officially SOLD OUT. To get a ticket please join our Facebook Attendee Group and keep an eye on the resale thread.
Does my Spouse/Partner or Child need a ticket?
Anyone that is entering the signing hall MUST have a ticket to enter.
Will tickets include meet & greets, parties, panels, and workshops?
If you have purchased a VIP Ticket, you will be able to join us Friday night at the Country Throwdown Meet and Greet, and the Y2K After Party. The 2025 event does NOT have panels or workshops.
How many tickets will be sold?
150 VIP tickets, and 500 general admission tickets.
Is ID required?
Though ID is not required to register, ID will be required should you win one of our prizes, so please make sure you have it on you.
Are tickets refundable or transferable?
No, tickets are not refundable. However, in the event that you can no longer attend you can list your ticket for sale on our Facebook Group Attendee Page. Tickets must be sold for the purchase price only. There is no guarantee that your ticket will sell.
An Author/Narrator/Vendor that I was hoping to see is no longer attending can I have a refund?
Sadly, life happens, and sometimes authors/narrators/and vendors are no longer able to attend. Our attending list is always subject to change. We do not offer refunds on tickets because someone can no longer attend. Please make sure when buying tickets, you have a few authors you'd like to see, and you are not purchasing for one singular attending.
Will authors have pre-orders available?
Yes! We have put together a pre-order spreadsheet for your convenience. You can find that at the bottom of this page.
What payment forms will be accepted:
Most authors will be able to accept all major credit and debit cards. Each Author/Narrator/Vendor will have their own payment acceptances and policies. It is important to always bring cash, in the event that your card isn't accepted, or technical difficulties with card processing machines. We also recommend bringing smaller bills as authors/narrators/vendors may not have change for $50s and $100s.
Can I bring books from home?
Yes! You absolutely can bring books from home!
Is there a limit to howe many books I can bring?
We have a 5 BOOK Limit for each author. However, author's may set their own limits which will supersede any preset limit Tennessee Lit Con has set. Please contact the author ahead of time to see if they have their own limits.
Will all authors have books to purchase at their booth?
Almost all authors will have books at their booths; however, it is up to the author. Most authors will travel with limited quantity of books, so it is important to preorder books you absolutely want to avoid sell out. If you want a certain book, and don't see it on the author's preorder please reach out to them directly. Tennessee Lit Con has no control over what books or how many an author brings.
Is there a room block available for attendees?
Yes, a room block is available until it is sold out. AT THIS TIME OUR ROOM BLOCK HAS SOLD OUT
Are outside food and drinks allowed?
No, outside food and beverages are not permitted within the convention. However, the concession stand will be open for the entirety of the event as well as we will have water stations throughout the convention space.
What time is registration?
VIP Registration begins at 9AM
General Admission Registration begins at 11AM.
Please note that if you are a VIP ticket holder that attended the Country Throwdown you will not need to register on Saturday.
If you are a General Admission ticket holder that opted for Badge Shipping you will not need to register on Saturday.
What times are the signing hours?
VIP Signing hours are from 11AM-2PM
General Admission Signing hours are from 2PM-7PM.
I opted for Badge Shipping but lost my badge, what happens?
If you lose your badge, put in the wrong mailing address, etc. You will not be able to attend Tennessee Lit Con, nor will your ticket be refunded. Please make sure you keep your badge in a safe place when choosing badge shipping. Once we ship your badge, you are virtually checked in.
Are book carts allowed?
Yes, top loaded book carts are allowed. However, wagons are not. Please see below to make sure your cart is one that will be permitted inside. If you bring a cart that is not permitted, you will be asked to leave it in your vehicle/room before entry is permitted to the signing hall.
