Franklin shops accepting new brands
These 5 shops publicly say they accept submissions. Each card links to a listing with the exact pitch instructions from the shop's own website. Read how to pitch to retailers and grab the free line sheet template before you hit send.
The 5 shops
Landmark Booksellers
Independent bookstore on Franklin's Main Street with a big local-author shelf, signings and story times.
Heads up: Middle Tennessee authors are prioritized.
Southern Underground Gallery
Contemporary gallery in the Shops at Leiper's Corner featuring up-and-coming Tennessee artists, plus a youth artist program.
Heads up: The artist handles insurance and delivery to and from the gallery.
The Copper Fox Gallery
Leiper's Fork gallery celebrating Southern craftsmanship, from art to handmade goods like recycled-steel fire pits.
Heads up: Terms and commission aren't published.
Bound Booksellers and Gifts
Franklin independent bookstore and gift shop with a local-authors shelf and author events.
Heads up: Limited shelf space; they can't carry every book submitted.
Leiper's Creek Gallery
Leiper's Fork gallery (since 2001) showing a diverse selection of art, with regular shows and events.
Not accepting right now. Submissions happen only in February each year, so the next window is February 2027.