Events & Conventions

A virtual summit dedicated to empowering women in the publishing industry. Sessions cover writing, editing, marketing, design, and career strategies from leading industry professionals.

One of the world's most important international book trade events. Three days of rights trading, seminars, and networking bringing together publishers, agents, authors, and tech innovators from over 100 countries.

One of the nation's largest and most beloved book festivals. Completely free and open to the public, featuring hundreds of authors, panel discussions, book signings, exhibitors, and activities for all ages on the University of Arizona campus.

A focused conference on book marketing strategies for authors and publishers. Three days of sessions covering social media, email marketing, advertising, book launches, and building an author platform.

The 7th annual San Diego Writers Festival headlined by Jodi Picoult, featuring 90+ speakers, 30+ events including panels on trauma writing, historical fiction, mystery writing, and workshops on screenwriting, playwriting, and publishing.

A free, one-day literary extravaganza featuring over 110 authors including Julia Alvarez and George Saunders. Panels, readings, book signings, children's activities, and a vibrant exhibitor marketplace celebrating the written word.

The world's leading professional event dedicated to the children's publishing industry. Four days of rights trading, exhibitions, and professional development connecting publishers, illustrators, authors, and agents from around the globe.

BookCon returns after a seven-year hiatus! A two-day consumer celebration of storytelling by ReedPop (producers of New York Comic Con), featuring author signings, panel discussions, book club meetups, book swaps, workshops, and immersive experiences. Engages BookTok, Bookstagram, and BookTube communities.

The largest book festival in the United States. Two days of author panels, book signings, live performances, and over 300 exhibitors on the USC campus. Free and open to the public, attracting over 150,000 attendees annually.

Canada's premier indie author event, connecting self-published and independent authors with tools, strategies, and community. Sessions cover marketing, cover design, self-publishing platforms, and building a sustainable author career.

The Oklahoma Writers' Federation annual conference themed "The Magic of Writing." Keynote by Mercedes M. Yardley. Includes workshops on craft and technique, networking opportunities, and pitch sessions with agents and editors.

The 21st anniversary of ThrillerFest, the premier conference for thriller and suspense writers and fans. Features ThrillerMasters Lisa Scottoline and Harlan Coben. Six days of masterclasses, CraftFest workshops, PitchFest with agents, and the Thriller Awards banquet.

The Independent Book Publishers Association's annual conference offering education and networking for independent publishers. Sessions on editorial, design, marketing, distribution, and the business of publishing.

One of Australia's premier literary events, featuring a week of conversations with leading writers, authors, and thinkers. Held across multiple venues including Carriageworks and Sydney Town Hall, with sessions spanning fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and ideas.

One of the world's most celebrated literary festivals, set in the stunning Welsh countryside. Eleven days of conversations with writers, scientists, politicians, and musicians. The festival site is free to enter; individual event tickets required.

The 61st Nebula Awards Conference, hosted by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association. A week of programming celebrating excellence in science fiction and fantasy writing, culminating in the prestigious Nebula Awards ceremony.

The American Library Association's 150th Anniversary conference. Five days of programming for librarians, publishers, and book lovers, featuring the Library Marketplace, education programs, author appearances, and celebrations of reading and literacy.

The Romance Writers of America annual conference, the defining professional development event for romance authors. Workshops on craft, pitch appointments with editors and agents, the RITA Awards ceremony, book signings, and an unmatched networking community.

The premier conference for writers at every level, covering craft, genre, and the business of writing including traditional publishing, self-publishing, marketing strategies, and career management. Features pre-conference workshops and pitch sessions.

One of the largest and most prestigious book festivals in the world, featuring 16 days of author talks, creative writing workshops, book signings, debates, and discussions. Hosted at Edinburgh College of Art with independent bookshops on site.