Author Autographing Area – submission deadline extended

The submission deadline for the Author Autographing area has been extended to Friday, April 28. Sunday and Monday time slots are still available, and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. ALA is pleased to provide exhibitors with a location to host author autographing sessions. The Author Autographing Area will be located in the …

ALA Conference Promotion on Social Media

The 2023 ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition will be here before you know it. We’re encouraging everyone to help us generate significant social media buzz by posting at the same exact moment, Tuesday, March 28, 2023, 11:00 AM CT.   We hope you’ll take the opportunity to post to Twitter or Instagram to encourage ALA Annual …

Housing Reminder

Some exhibitors may be contacted by outside vendors regarding housing for the 2023 Annual Conference. These are companies that will try to present themselves as vendors of the 2023 Annual Conference and offer you a potential hotel room that might not be guaranteed or available. Please be aware that they claim to provide housing and …

Exhibitor Manual Now Available

The Exhibitor Manual is available at this link. Within the Exhibitor Manual website, you will find everything you need to successfully participate in the Annual Conference & Exhibition. Show Management has lined up a team of industry professionals to make your exhibit experience a smooth process. Please pay attention to order deadlines, as advance orders can save you …

Stage Submission Deadline Extended to March 31!

Exhibit Hall Stages  – Submission Deadline Extended to March 31. While ALA is busy scheduling the stage proposals already submitted, the deadline date for submissions has been extended to March 31. Exhibitor Stage Sessions will be offered in different Exhibit Hall Stages. Proposed presentations will be reviewed to ensure appropriate for respective stage. Note: submission …

Annual Housing & Registration Now Open

Exhibitor housing for the 2023 Annual Conference & Exhibition is now open.   In partnership with onPeak, ALA has secured discounted rates at a selection of hotels in Chicago. Through onPeak we’re able to offer you convenient and affordable options for your trip to the 2023 ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition. onPeak is the only hotel provider …

ALA Annual Book Buzz Submission Site Now Open!

Book Buzz Theater – Submission Site Now Open Present the latest “Buzz” about your newest titles and emerging authors. Click here to access the Book Buzz Submission Site. IMPORTANT: Each Submission Scorecard in unique. Click “Join Now” to begin your first Book Buzz submission. You will need to create a new profile even if you …

ALA Annual Book Buzz Submission Site Opens February 15

Book Buzz Theater – Submissions Open February 15 Plan ahead as these time slots fill up quickly, and are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Present the latest “Buzz” about your newest titles and emerging authors.Sessions to be held Saturday, Sunday and Monday. 30-minute and 45-minute time slots available.You must be a current ALA Annual …