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Below are just a few of the pics from events we have had over the years that we were able to save after losing our history in 2022.
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Financial Statements
Due to the loss of our systems in 2022, we no longer have access to the financial statements from our founding in 2015 to 2022.
Below is the most IRS990 Form we have for your review.
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Support Texas Authors & Shape the Future of Literacy
Texas Authors Institute of History (TAMIH) is the first museum in the nation dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich literary history of Texas Authors. Our mission is simple but powerful:
- Preserve the past by collecting, archiving, and sharing the works of Texas Authors.
- Empower the present by creating programs and events that support current authors and engage readers.
- Inspire the future by ensuring every Texan has the opportunity to read, write, and share their story.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (pending), we rely on the generosity of sponsors and donors to make this vision a reality.
Why Your Sponsorship Matters
Since 2015, with the help of our sister organizations — Authors Marketing International, LLC, and DEAR Texas, Inc. — we have:
- Grown our physical collection of Texas-authored books and memorabilia.
- Expanded our online presence to spotlight authors statewide.
- Created literacy programs and events that inspire future generations of Texas writers.
There are an estimated one million books written by Texas authors over the last two centuries. TAMIH is committed to building a facility to house these works and to serve as a hub for literacy and creativity across the state.
A Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Your sponsorship directly supports programs that amplify the voices of minority authors — including Black, Hispanic, Asian, Indigenous, LGBTQIA+, and disabled writers — ensuring their stories are preserved and shared with readers everywhere. Sponsorship also funds literacy initiatives in underserved communities, connecting minority readers with books that reflect their lives and experiences.
Sponsorship Opportunities
We offer sponsorships at multiple levels to fit your goals and budget. All sponsorships are valid for one year from the date of payment.
Local Event Sponsorships
These opportunities support individual events and help cover the cost of programming, materials, and outreach.
$500 – Reading Partner (Unlimited)
- Name & logo on event website with a short description and link.
- Logo printed on all event materials at the base sponsorship level.
$1,000 – Fanatic Reader (12 Available)
- All Reading Partner benefits.
- Larger, more prominent logo placement above Reading Partner sponsors.
$2,500 – Book Nerd (4 Available)
- All Fanatic Reader benefits.
- Listed as a major event sponsor and recognized during programs.
- Two complimentary event tickets (if applicable).
Statewide Sponsorships
These levels support TAMIH across all events and programs throughout the year.
$10,000 – Jr. Super Reader (2 Available)
- All Book Nerd benefits.
- Prominent logo placement on statewide event banners and materials.
- Recognition as a major sponsor for one statewide event.
- Four complimentary event tickets.
$25,000 – Super Reader (1 Available)
- The highest level of recognition with top-tier logo placement.
- Recognition as a major sponsor for two statewide events.
- Eight complimentary event tickets.
- Exclusive opportunities to connect with authors, readers, and state leaders to showcase your commitment to Texas literary culture.
The Impact of Your Support
When you sponsor TAMIH, you’re doing more than putting your logo on an event banner — you’re:
- Preserving Texas history by helping us build the nation’s only Texas Authors Museum.
- Supporting minority voices by funding programs that highlight diverse authors and bring their stories to readers statewide.
- Strengthening literacy by giving future generations the tools and inspiration to write, create, and dream.
- Positioning your brand as a champion for education, creativity, and equality.
Together, we can ensure that Texas’ literary legacy — past, present, and future — is celebrated and accessible for all.
Email us to begin the journey at
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Lone Star Publisher of the Year 2024
Erin Go Bragh Publishing
Erin Go Bragh Publishing was founded in 2012 to fill a void that traditional publishing and the self-publishing industry could not fill. It was established by an author with more than a decade’s worth of experience already in the field, and with whom was seeking an alternative route to get her books produced. She was one of the pioneers in the field of Hybrid publishing long before the term was coined in 2018.
In years past, author Kathleen had amassed numerous negative experiences with vanity publishers, and knew that was not the route she wanted to go in the future. She was well aware of the stigma developing in the self-publishing field about low-quality content and unprofessional books, though she was utilizing the technology herself already. In 2012 she began an educational children’s story series that was perfect for schools, but the challenge of getting said books into the schools was confounded with the fact that self-publishing did not provide the hard cover format, a prerequisite for library bookshelves.
Having depleted an extensive list of traditional publishers all of whom stated that they were retooling the industry to go ebook…. And not able to wrap her head around their decision, Shields was at a loss. She knew how important it was for a child’s dexterity and cognition to hold and flip the pages of a children’s book, so she realized she needed to get her new children’s books in print another way. That was when she researched, studied and learned more about the industry. She sourced distributors that provided the full service of print, binding, distribution and order fulfillment. She found the only company, at the time, capable of such and discovered they worked with publishers, only. She created her company, built her platform and published her award-winning series, satisfied with her accomplishments.
It was then, that her growing success caught the eyes of new and aspiring authors who began asking for help with their books. Unlike many publishers, Kathleen will not publish every book that is submitted to her. Each submission goes through an in-depth evaluation and critique, which is later submitted to the author whether they are chosen to be published or not. Shields’ always felt value in sharing her experience and knowledge with others as the alternative, learning the hard way, can be quite costly. Shields’ utilizes her combined experience in graphic design, website development, and 24 years in the industry to develop a graphically enhanced, properly formatted interior, a professionally designed book cover, and everything else the author needs to introduce their new book to the world. She dedicates an abundant amount of time with the author and their book to make sure it meets all stringent industry requirements, and she does this because if her company name is on it, it must exceed expectations. Nothing leaves Kathleen’s desk until she is 100% satisfied with it.
Erin Go Bragh Publishing currently consists of 15 authors with an amassed 108 published books. If the author chooses not to publish with us, they can still order interior formatting, book cover creation, book trailer videos, websites, social media branding and much more through Kathleen’s Graphic design company. She has always been happy helping authors develop their books, even if they choose to go the self-publishing route, and dozens have. With some of the lowest publishing costs in the industry and the highest royalty percentages, Erin Go Bragh Publishing is not in this to ‘get rich’. We provide services to assist authors, so they can start their book business venture as readily guided authorpreneurs.
Learn more here: https://www.eringobraghpublishing.com/