Third Coast
MARCH 21

THE FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
Overall Schedule

March 21 - Grand Haven

11:00 - 4:00

FREE AUTHOR SIGNINGS, MEET AND GREETS, ETC

200+ national bestseller, international bestsellers, poets, indie authors, and graphic novelists spread across local businesses in downtown Grand Haven. The spread out nature of the festival is more than unique - it's great. Instead of having a packed convention hall you can hardly breathe in, you end up with minimal lines and a little space to breathe. This is Third Coast's cornerstone event. 

Merch available at Central Park Place, Book Cellar, Book Cellar 2, and Marushka

10:00 - 6:00

BOOK CELLAR OPEN

Although there will be books for sale in literally almost every local business directly from authors, we recommend you take some time to visit our various local bookstores, specifically The Book Cellar in Centertown Grand Haven. Book Cellar is a used and new book store with thousands of books for sale - stickers and wristbands will be available here as supplies last. Stop in, say hi to the famous dogs, and get your next read!


Thousands of books available, including books from festival authors.

5:00 - 7:00

FREE CONCERT

This author and book festival has more than authors and books - unlike most book festivals, Third Coast features a highly anticipated FREE musical set to cap off the already awesome weekend with a great set from Jennifer Westwood and the Handsome Devils at the Central Park Auditorium. 


Third Coast merch will be available at the concert.

7:00 - 

THE AFTERPARTY

After the concert, head over to Grand Armory Brewing Co. for a legendary festival afterparty to celebrate the incredible day!


Buy some food, drinks, and hang out with fellow attendees, and meet select authors, publishers, and organizers in a more intimate setting.



Armory will even have Third Coast themed drinks like... 

  • The Pier Review

  • - Michigan Apples, Blood Orange, Vanilla Hard Cider

  • - 6.5% ABV


  • The Plot Twist Seltzer 

  • - Hard Cherry Limeade Drink

  • - 5% ABV


  • The Final Draft

  • - Clean, crisp, traditional Blonde Ale hopped with Columbus and Cascade

  • - 5% ABV
Author Panels

March 21 - Panels held at the Central Park Place, Grand Haven

11:00

BESTSELLING YOUNG ADULT AUTHOR PANEL

Erin A. Craig, Veronica Bane, Jessica Foster, Logan Karlie, Jenni Howell, Megan Davidhizar


The Bestselling Young Adult Author Panel at the Third Coast Author & Book Fest brings together standout voices shaping today’s YA fiction. Featuring New York Times bestselling author Erin A. Craig, known for her hauntingly atmospheric fantasy, and New York Times bestselling author Logan Karlie, alongside Veronica Bane, Jessica Foster, Megan Davidhizar, and Jenni Howell. Together, they’ll discuss crafting unforgettable young heroes, immersive worlds, and the stories resonating with the next generation of readers.

12:00

EXPERT HISTORY AUTHOR PANEL

Christopher Cosmos, Henry Granger, Emma Palova, Susie Finkbeiner, Megan A. Schikora, Brenda Haas, Tracy Brogan


The Expert History Author Panel at the Third Coast Author & Book Fest brings together authors who vividly bring the past to life. Featuring Christopher Cosmos, known for sweeping historical epics set in ancient Greece and World War II, and bestselling novelist Susie Finkbeiner, beloved for her deeply moving stories of mid-century America, alongside Emma Palova, Henry Granger, Tracy Brogan, and Brenda Haas. Together, they’ll explore the research, real events, and hidden histories that inspire their powerful storytelling.

1:00

MASTERS OF MYSTERY AUTHOR PANEL

Lisa Childs, Jennifer Dornbush, Melanie Hooyenga


The Masters of Mystery Author Panel at the Third Coast Author & Book Fest brings together some of the genre’s most compelling voices in suspense and crime fiction. Featuring bestselling author Lisa Childs alongside Jennifer Dornbush, Marissa Malson, and Melanie Hooyenga, this lively discussion explores the craft of building unforgettable detectives, shocking twists, and page-turning tension that keeps mystery readers hooked until the final reveal.

2:00

THE DARK ROMANCE AUTHOR PANEL

Kassidy Vangundy, Monica Amore, A.M Darling, , Marie Allen, Dany Crooks, Samantha Moran, Anastasia Wilder


The Dark Romance at Third Coast Author Panel at the Third Coast Author & Book Fest in Grand Haven, Michigan celebrates dark romance. Featuring Kassidy Vangundy, Monica Amore, A.M. Darling, Marie Allen, Dany Crooks, and Samantha Moran, Anastasia Wilder this enchanting panel explores epic love stories, immersive worlds, and the growing popularity of dark romance among today’s readers.

3:00

THE LEGENDARY THIRD COAST HORROR PANEL

Dylan Dunbar, Richard Chizmar, Johnny Compton, W.H Chizmar, Giano Cromley, Kenya Moss Dyme, Hannah Whitten


The Legendary Third Coast Horror Panel at the Third Coast Author & Book Fest in Grand Haven, Michigan brings together a thrilling lineup of voices in modern horror. Headlined by New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Amazon, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author Richard Chizmar, the panel also features Dylan Dunbar, Johnny Compton, Jimmy Juliano, W.H. Chizmar, Giano Cromley, Hannah Whitten, and Kenya Moss-Dyme.


Together, these acclaimed storytellers will dive into the craft of horror, the fears that inspire their work, and why the genre continues to captivate readers


Moderated by NYT bestseller Erin A. Craig

FESTIVAL LINEUP

FAQ:

Author locations:

Author locations are available at the button pictured later in this email and around the festival! The three main hubs are Main Street, the Museum, and the Central Park Place.

Authors on panels will be vacant from their booths during their panels.

Author panels:

All author panels are free for festival attendees to attend, and are held at the Central Park Place Auditorium.

Address: Central Park Place, 421, 422 Columbus Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417

Parking:

Here’s some spots to park:

Photo Ops & Charities:

Photo Ops & Charities:

There are three charities you can go support, and two photo opportunities present at Central Park Place that you can take advantage of!

If you take a pic at one of these photo ops, tag us on socials!

Socials: @thirdcoastbookfestival

Charities are...
A book benefiting childhood cancer
Donation booth for the Tri-Cities Historical Museum, which suffered a recent flood and is one of the festival’s biggest supporters.
Woman’s scholarship opportunity group

Merch:

Custom Third Coast X Marushka printed tote bags are available at Central Park Place, Book Cellar, Book Cellar 2, and Marushka. 

We’ll be selling during the concert too. Central Park Place, Book Cellar, Book Cellar 2, and the live concert will all also have Third Coast Stanley-style mugs for sale.

The Book Cellar:

Book Cellar has thousands of books for sale today, and some awesome authors present! Come in, say hi to the dogs, and hang out for a bit!

The afterparty:

If you’re looking to visit with authors in a more intimate setting, or just close out the festival on an incredible note, immediately after the concert authors, attendees, readers, festival organizers, and people from host venues are invited to the Grand Armory in Downtown Grand Haven. It’ll be a great time, and Armory even has special Third Coast drinks for Saturday! Select authors will be present.