BookExpo

The deadlines are drawing near for booksellers hoping to sign up to mingle with authors at two stellar events at BookExpo.

Here, auction coordinator Susannah Richards encourages all BookExpo attendees to purchase their tickets for the Silent Art Auction.

The POS User Group Roundtables at BookExpo will allow current users of IBID, Basil, Wordstock, and Booklog to ask questions and figure out how to maximize the use of their current POS system.

Booksellers who have registered for Publicists Speed Dating at BookExpo 2018 are encouraged to check out ABA’s webinar on “Creating a Press Kit,” which is available on ABA’s Learning on Demand page.

ABA member booksellers have the opportunity to attend exclusive events, such as Meet the Editor and the Speed Dating Lunch with Children’s Book Authors. Deadlines are approaching; sign up now.

Booksellers can visit Booth 2862 to meet Dave Grogan, Director of ABFE, Advocacy, and Public Policy; 2020 Vision USA President Denise Foster; and Media Coalition Executive Director David Horowitz.

On Wednesday, May 30, Riggio will appear on the Midtown Stage to discuss the importance of brick-and-mortar stores and the changing book retail landscape.

Booksellers can sign up now for one-on-one meetings with IndieCommerce staff at BookExpo 2018 in New York City or the upcoming Children’s Institute in New Orleans.

This year, BookExpo is giving booksellers the opportunity to meet with publicists in participating publisher booths during dedicated hours. 

Independent booksellers attending BookExpo are invited to join Penguin Random House to kick off the 2018 trade show with nightcaps at the New Yorker Hotel.

At this year’s BookExpo, member booksellers can participate in a roundtable discussion to learn new ways to implement diversity and inclusion in their stores.

ABA members and friends of CBC can enjoy a lively lunch with 20 children’s book authors as they pitch their new projects at BookExpo 2018. Reserve your tickets now; space is limited.

The voting deadline is May 2 for booksellers to cast their ballots to choose the winners of the 2018 Indies Choice Book Awards and the E.B. White Read-Aloud Awards.