Featured Author Session w/Brian W. Smith and Calvin Stovall Jr

Brian and Calvin embody the diligence required to succeed in the literary world. Brian started as a self-published author vending at book events and selling out of his inventory within a few hours. Over the past 20 years, he’s released 40+ books, some of which were through traditional publishers. Calvin spent 25 years researching info and photos for his critically acclaimed coffee table book, Hidden Hospitality. His efforts paid off and he received a 2026 NAACP Image Award nomination. Brian and Calvin will be meeting fans and signing books at NBBF.