KC Book Beat’s Nightmare Market Vendor Application

KC Book Beat’s Nightmare Market Vendor Application
Step into KC Book Beat’s Nightmare Market, a gathering of strange stories, unusual creations, and curious things at the Story Loft. Spend the day exploring a carefully curated collection of local authors, independent booksellers, artists, makers, and small businesses. Discover eerie reads, dark fantasy, paranormal romance, mysteries, ghost stories, folklore, literary art, vintage treasures, bookish goods, and wonderfully peculiar finds. Meet the people behind the books and creations, listen to strange tales, take photos among the curiosities, and celebrate the darker side of storytelling. Costumes are welcome, curiosity is encouraged, and there is always room for one more strange story.

Where: The Story Loft 10605 E Winner Rd. Independence, MO
When: October 17, 2026 5pm-9pm
Vendor Spaces and Fees
6×6 Vendor Space •

KC Book Beat paid members: $65
Nonmembers and free members: $90

10×10 Vendor Space (Extremely limited # available)

KC Book Beat paid members: $100
Nonmembers and free members: $130
KC Book Beat membership status
Applicant Information
Contact Name

First NameLast Name
Business / Author / Public-Facing Name
Email Address
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
City
State
Website or Primary Sales Page URL
Facebook URL
Instagram URL
TikTok URL
What You Sell
Vendor Category

Other
Describe the books, products, or services you would bring
How does your work connect to books, storytelling, folklore, history, the unusual, or the Nightmare Market theme?
Typical price range
Upload product or booth photos

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Additional portfolio, shop, or product link
Authors and Booksellers
Genres Represented

Other
Briefly describe the titles to be sold
Will the author or creator be present to sign or speak with readers?
Food and Beverage
Describe the food or beverages you plan to sell
Will all required licenses, permits, and food-safety documentation be current by the event date?
Upload current permits or licenses (if available)

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Space and Accessibility
Vendor space requested
Do you need electricity?
If yes, please describe your electrical needs
Accessibility accommodations or setup considerations
Anything else we should know about your display or space requirements?
Participation
Would you be interested in giving a short reading, demonstration, or mini-presentation?
If yes or maybe, please briefly describe your reading, demonstration, or mini-presentation.
Would you be willing to donate an item to the event raffle?
If yes or maybe, what item might you donate?
Applicant Agreement
I understand that Nightmare Market is curated and submitting this application does not guarantee acceptance.
I certify that the information provided is accurate and that I have permission to sell the products listed in this application.
I agree to follow all event, venue, setup, safety, and accessibility requirements provided by KC Book Beat if accepted.
I acknowledge that booth fees are not refundable. You have the option to transfer the fee to a future event or another vendor (with prior approval).
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KC Book Beat’s Nightmare Market Vendor Application

Vendor Spaces and Fees

Applicant Information

What You Sell

Authors and Booksellers

Food and Beverage

Space and Accessibility

Participation

Applicant Agreement