Tour
Taking books beyond the page
Sound Archive Books is beginning to take our work on the road—presenting at select conferences, partnering with artists, and launching our Listening Room events. Explore our early tour schedule below, and check back as the network grows—or join us in bringing a stop to your community.
Upcoming Events
No upcoming tour dates.
Past Events
Sound Archive Books Pop-Up Store
Town & Trail Festival
Sound Archive Books is coming home. Find us at the Town & Trail Festival pop-up store, in partnership with Rare Bird Farm, where you can browse our titles, hear about what we’re working on, and connect with the project in person.
Launch of Abigail @ 2026 Public Library Association Conference
Public Library Association Conference
Chatham Rabbits‘ Sarah McCombie is a songwriter, a storyteller — and now, a published author. Her illustrated children’s book, Abigail and the Journey of a Pack Horse Librarian, illustrated by Kelley Wills, brings an unsung piece of American history to life through the band’s beloved song Abigail. Don’t miss the band performing live at PLA to celebrate:
- Chatham Rabbits at the Ingram Library booth — April 1 | 4:30 PM
- Chatham Rabbits at the Ingram VIP Party — April 2 | 6:00 PM
From Ballads to Broadcast: Activating Music Culture for Tourism Growth
Georgia Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Conference
What happens when deeply rooted music traditions become engines for tourism and civic renewal? Find out in this featured session with leaders from Madison County, NC and Macon, GA — including our own Donna Ray Norton, alongside panelists from Georgia Music Foundation and The Creek 100.9 American Roots Radio. From Appalachian ballads to independent radio, discover how music culture is driving visitation, resilience, and regional identity.
Sign up to host a stop on the tour
The Listening Room is our growing tour network—bringing touring artists into libraries and other public spaces for intimate performances, conversation, and book signings that deepen community connection.