Get Your Write On Academy/2026 National Author's Day Showcase

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2026 National Author's Day Showcase

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On Saturday, November 7, we are celebrating National Author Day (Nov. 1st), with a Virtual Author Showcase premiering simultaneously on YouTube and Facebook at 12 PM CT / 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT. Fifty authors. One broadcast. And a seat in the lineup costs less than a coffee. Each author will submit a pre-recorded video of 2 minutes or less. See FAQ below for the full details. All sales are final. No refunds.

FAQ section

Frequently asked questions

You've got questions. We've got answers.

Do I need professional equipment or editing skills?

No. Your phone, turned sideways, is the whole studio. Record in one take if you like, as long as your video is under 2 minutes, in landscape, with clear audio and good framing, it's ready. No editing required.

Can I feature more than one book?

Yes, your spot covers your entire catalog. Your 2 minutes are yours: spotlight one title or walk through everything you've written. One $5 spot per author, all your books welcome.

My book isn't released yet. Can I still participate?

Absolutely. Pre-orders and upcoming releases are welcome; a premiere is actually a perfect launchpad. Just point viewers to wherever they can order or sign up now.

What should I say in my 2 minutes?

Keep it simple: who you are, what your book (or catalog) is about, who it's for, and where to get it. Speak to one reader, not a crowd.

What happens after I pay?

You get immediate access to the submission form and full instructions. Upload your video anytime before October 5. Once your video is reviewed and accepted, you'll receive your confirmation and your promo kit.

What if my video doesn't meet the requirements?

You'll get an email with exact instructions on what to fix, and you can resubmit as long as it's before the October 5 deadline. (Videos submitted on October 5 are reviewed within 24 hours, with resubmissions accepted through October 8.) Most issues are avoided by following the checklist: under 2 minutes, landscape, clear audio, and no background music.

Do I need to be online during the premiere?

The broadcast runs whether you're there or not, but be there. Readers love meeting authors in the live chat, and you can drop your buy link as soon as your segment airs.

How will my video appear in the broadcast?

Exactly as you submitted it. We don't edit, trim, or alter any author videos. What you upload is what airs, introduced by your custom title card. Videos are organized into the broadcast by category, so your segment premieres in a genre block alongside authors whose readers are your readers, too. That's why the clean-video checklist matters: your video airs as-is, so make it the take you're proud of.