• The Story Lodge Exhibitor Application

    This application is for Vendors, Authors, Publishers, Independent Presses, Bookstores, Libraries, Literary Organizations, Press & Media, Educators, Indigenous Artists, and Bookish Vendors interested in participating in The Story Lodge. Welcome to The Story Lodge Vendor Application. Thank you for your interest in participating in The Story Lodge: An Indigenous Literary & Book Fair, hosted by The Dreaded Hidatsa × Mashkiki Studios in partnership with Indigenous Roots Cultural Arts Center. The Story Lodge celebrates Indigenous storytelling, literature, publishing, language, and community. We welcome applications from Indigenous authors, publishers, bookstores, literary organizations, educators, artists, and bookish vendors. We also welcome businesses and organizations that represent, publish, distribute, or sell Indigenous books and literary works. Each accepted vendor will receive one table and two chairs. No electricity will be available. Vendors who can provide their own table may be given preference; bringing your own table is optional. A limited number of Community Scholarship Booths are available and are awarded based on need and available funding. Submission does not guarantee acceptance.

  • Applicant & Business Information

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • How many book titles will you have available?*
  • Will you have books available for purchase?*
  • How will you accept payment? (select all that apply)*
  • May we tag your organization or business in promotional materials?*
  • Would you like to be included in The Story Lodge Exhibitor Directory?*
  • Will anyone be assisting you at your booth?*
  • Would you like to donate a book or item for a door prize or giveaway?*
  • If I am applying as an Indigenous artist, I understand that at least 50% of my booth inventory will consist of books, literary art, or bookish-related items.*

  • Offerings & Vendor Needs

  • What will you be selling at The Story Lodge?*
  • Each accepted vendor will receive one table and two chairs. No electricity will be available.
  • Vendors who can provide their own table may be given preference; bringing your own table is optional.
  • Are you able to bring your own table if needed?

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  • Press & Media Access

  • Members of the media may request access to interview authors, publishers, presenters, and exhibitors during the event. Interview requests are subject to participant availability and approval.
  • Approved media may receive a press badge and access to a designated media check-in area.
  • Type of Coverage
  • Do you plan to publish coverage after the event?
  • Would you like to request media access to interview participants?

  • Community Scholarship Booths

  • Vendor Fees

  • Indigenous Author (Self Published or Traditionally Published): $40; Independent Publisher / Small Press: $60; Bookstore: $75; Literary Magazine / Journal: $50; Bookish Goods (bookmarks, stickers, literary art, journals, etc.): $50; Indigenous Artist (at least 50% of my booth will feature bookish or literary-related items): $50; Nonprofit / Literary Organization: $35; University / College / Institution: $100.
  • Vendor fees are due only after acceptance. Applicants will receive payment instructions if selected to participate.
  • A limited number of Community Scholarship Booths are available and are awarded based on need and available funding.
  • Would you like to be considered for a Community Scholarship Booth?
    • Programming Interest 
    • If selected, which program opportunities would you be interested in participating in during The Story Lodge?

    • Policies & Signature

    • Acknowledgment of Event Policies*
    • Publishing Status*
    • Where are you in your publishing journey?
    • Pronouns
    • Should be Empty: