At Author Events, we believe in building a supportive, vibrant community for authors, readers, bloggers, and publishing professionals. Our partnerships and sponsorships help us keep events affordable and accessible — while giving our partners meaningful visibility with a growing creative audience.
🤝 Why Partner With Us?
- Reach a highly engaged community of writers, readers, and industry professionals.
- Be visible across monthly meet-ups, author talks, and networking events.
- Gain year-round promotion on our website, newsletters, and social channels.
- Show your support for grassroots creativity and publishing.
🎟 Sponsorship Packages
Event Partner (£80)
Support one of our regular events.
- Logo on event signage (A4 table signs, or digital screens).
- Mention in event listings and socials.
- Option to supply flyers, leaflets, or giveaways.
Ideal for: Local businesses, bookshops, service providers.
Programme Partner (£500/year)
Sponsor a whole series (e.g. monthly meet-ups or author talks).
- All Event Partner benefits, plus:
- Logo featured across the entire programme (website, socials, newsletter).
- Mention at every session.
- Option to display materials (e.g. table banner, roller banner, digital slides).
- Mention during the event welcome/thank-you notes.
Ideal for: Writing support services, indie publishers, regional organisations.
Community Partner (£1,000/year)
Year-round visibility across all Author Events activities.
- All Programme Partner benefits, plus:
- 3 dedicated social posts per year.
- Spotlight feature in our newsletter.
- Table/stall at a flagship networking event.
- Inclusion on our Member Offers page (exclusive discounts for our members).
- “Proud Partner” digital badge for your website.
Ideal for: Larger organisations, service providers, and training companies.
Festival / Launch Partner (Custom)
Sponsor one of our big events — such as a Festival or an official book launch party.
- Logo featured on all event promo graphics and tickets.
- Mention in event speeches and media coverage.
- Table/stall/banner space at the event.
- Strong presence in photos and videos shared across our socials.
- Bespoke collaboration opportunities.
📣 In-Kind Partnerships
We also welcome in-kind support such as:
- Free/discounted venues for events.
- Products (books, water bottles, stationery) for giveaways.
- Services (editing, cover design, printing) for our members at special rates.
These partners are recognised with Bronze or Silver-level benefits, depending on contribution.
In-kind partners are highlighted at events through signage, flyers, and acknowledgements.
💛 Supporters (via Ko-fi)
Not every supporter is a business — individuals can back us too!
Our Ko-fi Supporters help keep Author Events running. Supporters are recognised on a dedicated Supporters Wall and may receive exclusive perks (like mugs, bookmarks, and behind-the-scenes updates).
🌐 Current Partners
We’re proud to work with a growing network of bookshops, writing services, community organisations, and businesses who share our passion for supporting authors and readers.
🚀 Let’s Work Together
Every partnership is unique, and we’re always open to new ideas. If you’d like to discuss sponsorship, collaboration, or bespoke support, get in touch.
Contact us today to explore sponsorship, collaboration, or bespoke support.
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