Add Your Book to Our Collection

Calling All Hidalgo County Authors!

Are you an author of adult, teen, or children's books in Hidalgo County? We invite you to donate a copy of your book to our Local Author Collection!

To participate, please:

1. Review the guidelines and complete the
   Local Author Collection Submission Form.
   
   
2. Submit a copy of your book and the completed form to the Main Library's Welcome Desk for consideration, or mail it to us:
   
   McAllen Public Library
   Attn: Library Administration
   4001 N. 23rd St.
   McAllen, TX 78504 
   
   We look forward to showcasing your work!

Interested in Participating in a Library Event?

The Local Author Showcase is an event that takes place twice a year at Main Library (4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen) featuring authors from Hidalgo County.

Local authors showcase their work through book readings, discussions, and book sales. 

To be considered for the Local Author Showcase, please indicate your interest on the Local Author Collection Submission Form.

For questions or inquiries, please reach out to kgarcia@mcallen.net.