FallCon 2026
MPIBA's annual conference and trade show returns to Denver!
Hundreds of booksellers, librarians, publishers, authors, vendors, and industry friends will come together for an epic trade show and conference. Join us for education, networking with your peers, and a one-of-a-kind opportunity to discover new and forthcoming titles and products for your store.
JOIN US AT THE Renaissance Denver Hotel & Conference Center
3801 Quebec Street Denver, CO 80207
BOOKSELLER ATTENDEES: BOOK YOUR SPECIAL RATE DISCOUNTED HOTEL ROOMS HERE
PUBLISHERS, VENDORS, INDUSTRY ATTENDEES: BOOK YOUR DISCOUNTED HOTEL ROOMS HERE
Author Appearance Opportunities
pitch deadline: June 15, 2026
All participation fees include heavy promotion for your author or editor and their titles before, during, and after the conference via email and the FallCon website.
Specific event formats, themes, and line-ups will be created after the author pitch deadline. For every author event, authors will pre-sign books before their event, and books will be available for ticketed attendees to pick up after the event.
Keynote EVENTS
PARTICIPATION Fee: $1500
Up to 6 authors per event
Estimated attendees: 150
Authors give brief individual book presentations, then join a moderated panel with Q&A to further discuss their books.
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Authors give individual 10-minute presentations on their books (with slide show or other visuals when applicable).
Provide 150 print ARCs or finished books.
AUTHORs-All-around MEAL EVENTS
PARTICIPATION fee: $950
Up to 14 authors per event
Estimated attendees: 150
Guest authors will enjoy a meal with a table of booksellers. Each author will be invited to the podium to speak for four minutes about their new book to the entire audience.
Provide a minimum of 125 print ARCs or finished books.
AUTHOR SPEED-DATING EVENTS
PARTICIPATION Fee: $850
Up to 15 authors per event
Estimated attendees: 125
A fast-paced and fun event where authors move from table to table, meeting booksellers and offering their best four-minute "elevator pitch".
Provide a minimum of 100 print ARCs or finished books.
Choose Your Own Adventure Author LuncheS
PARTICIPATION fee: $750
Up to 10 authors per event
Estimated attendees: 75
NEW THIS YEAR! Due to above capacity demand for author lunch tickets on our busy Exhibit Hall day, we will be presenting TWO featured author lunches on Tuesday, October 6. This will allow for more booksellers to lunch with authors – by choosing from one of two themed events! (The event themes will be created after the author pitch deadline).
Guest authors will enjoy a meal with a table of booksellers. Each author will be invited to the podium to speak for four minutes about their new book to the entire audience.
Provide a minimum of 75 print ARCs or finished books.
EDITOR Appearance OpportunitY
pitch deadline: June 15, 2026
Participation fee includes heavy promotion for your editor and their titles before, during, and after the conference via email and the FallCon website.
Editor's Buzz Event - Genre Editors Edition
participation Fee: $1200
Up to 8 editors from genre fiction publishers or imprints.
Estimated attendees: 150
Editors will give individual presentations on the work of their publishing programs, the editing process, and some of their key titles.
Appearance fee includes three Galley Room placements for titles presented by the editor.
SHOW SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
BENEFITS:
All sponsorship levels include logo recognition in show promotions and signage and one Welcome Bag Insert, in addition to the sponsor level benefits specified below.
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EXHIBIT HALL OPENING RECEPTION SPONSORSHIP |
CAFFEINE & CANDY SPONSORSHIP |
EDUCATION SPONSORSHIP |
| Underwrite food and beverage for our Monday night Exhibit Hall sneak peak! EXCLUSIVE, $3500 |
Underwrite coffee, tea, and snacks to keep our booksellers going throughout the conference and as they explore the Exhibit Hall! EXCLUSIVE, $3000 |
Help us provide stipends and cover travel expenses for expert presenters. LIMIT TWO, $2750 |
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Additional Benefits: PREMIER logo recognition. |
Additional Benefits: PREMIER logo recognition. |
Additional Benefits: Option to present one hour of educational programming. Complimentary marketing e-blast. |
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KEYNOTE AUTHOR EVENT SPONSORSHIPS |
SHOW KICK-OFF MIX & MINGLE SPONSORSHIP |
LITERARY TRIVIA & COCKTAILS SPONSORSHIP |
| Underwrite one of our premier author events and help us keep meals affordable for our bookseller attendees. EXCLUSIVE PER AUTHOR EVENT, $2500 |
Underwrite complimentary beverages and food at our fun networking evening at Station 26 Brewery. EXCLUSIVE, $2000 |
Support refreshments at this annual battle of wits and promote your book(s) or products at the event. EXCLUSIVE, $1500 |
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Additional Benefits: Complimentary marketing e-blast. |
Additional Benefit: Recognition on the FREE Beverage coupons. |
Additional Benefits: Recognition on a sign at the Literary Trivia Event. |
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DINNER OUT SHUTTLE SPONSORSHIP |
BOOKSELLER TRAVEL FUND SPONSORSHIPS |
WELCOME BAG SPONSOR |
| We’ll be running a shuttle between the Renaissance and Stanley Marketplace, a local dining hall, on Monday, October 5, after the opening reception so attendees can get out for dinner, shopping, and fun with their colleagues! EXCLUSIVE, $1250 |
We want to ensure attendance from every state in our region, and as many stores as possible! Your sponsorship will help cover the cost of our Bookseller Travel & Lodging Reimbursement program. $1000 each |
Provide 500 tote bags for use as our show Welcome Bags. |
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Additional Benefit: Recognition on a sign at the Shuttle Stop. |
Additional Benefit: Recognition on the Travel & Lodging Reimbursement form. |
Additional Benefit: Your branded tote bags in every attendees' hands! |
EXHIBIT HALL
Registration Opens JUNE 1, 2026; Early Bird Pricing June 1 - June 30, Regular pricing after.
Registration Deadline: August 15, 2026
REGISTER HERE
Exhibit Hall Hours:
Monday, October 5: Exhibit Hall Set-up, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; Opening Reception, 4:30 - 6:30 pm
Tuesday, October 6: Exhibit Hall Open, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Perimeter Exhibit Booth (minimum 3 tables) |
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Space begins with 12 feet of wall space along the perimeter of the exhibit hall and generally includes: Three, 3’x6’ tables with tablecloths, backed by pipe & drape. One chair. Electricity. Arrangement of tables in the space is flexible. Example of Perimeter Booth Options See Exhibit Hall Map Example |
MEMBER PRICING |
NON-MEMBER PRICING |
Early Bird $1800Extra Table $500 After July 1, 2026 $2000Extra Table $600 Add Cocktail Round & Chair $150 each Add 6' Round Meeting Table & six chairs $600 |
Early Bird $2100Extra Table $500 After July 1, 2026 $2300Extra Table $600 Add Cocktail Round & Chair $150 each Add 6' Round Meeting Table & six chairs $600 |
Interior Plus Exhibit Table |
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Premium interior location, around the perimeter of the room (see map). One 3’ x 6’ table with tablecloth and one chair. Electricity. |
MEMBER PRICING |
Non-MEMBER PRICING |
EARLY BIRD $650Extra Table $600 AFTER JULY 1, 2026 $750Extra Table $700 Add Cocktail Round & Chair $150 each |
EARLY BIRD $800Extra Table $600 AFTER JULY 1, 2026 $1000Extra Table $700 Add Cocktail Round & Chair $150 each |
STANDARD INTERIOR EXHIBIT TABLE |
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One 3’ x 6’ table with tablecloth and one chair. |
MEMBER PRICING |
NON-MEMBER PRICING |
EARLY BIRD $550Extra Table $500 AFTER JULY 1, 2026 $650Extra Table $600 Add Cocktail Round & Chair $150 each |
EARLY BIRD $700Extra Table $500 AFTER JULY 1, 2026 $800Extra Table $600 Add Cocktail Round & Chair $150 each |
AUTHOR SIGNING IN YOUR BOOTH |
$175 per authorListing in the schedule of in-booth signings on the website Author Signing Flag provided for signing time Cocktail round and chair for signing, additional $150 |
REGISTER HERE |
ADVERTISING & PROMOTIONS
PICK OF THE LISTS |
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Booksellers LOVE hearing directly from reps and publishers. Be prepared to present at least five recently published or forthcoming titles. All books must be available at standard wholesale terms directly from the publisher, or via a mainstream distributor. Includes two complimentary Galley and Sample Room placements per time slot. Edelweiss collection or other digital catalog will be posted on the website, and emailed to all booksellers registered for FallCon. |
MEMBER PRICE$350 /8-MINUTE TIME SLOT |
NON-MEMBER PRICE$400 /8-MINUTE TIME SLOT |
| SALES OPEN JUNE 1 |
PRINTED SHOW SCHEDULE/MAP |
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Every attendee will receive a Show Guide for easy reference, complete with the Exhibit Hall Map, event Schedule at a Glance, and more. Advertising will reach all in-person attendees. |
QUARTER PAGE AD$600 MEMBERS$650 NON-MEMBERS |
HALF PAGE AD$1100 MEMBERS$1150 NON-MEMBERS |
FULL PAGE AD$2000 MEMBERS$2250 NON-MEMBERS |
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WELCOME BAG INSERTS |
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Promote your books and products to our bookseller attendees via insertion of a flier, postcard, catalog, Plan to send 500 pieces. Small items and flats only, can include flyers, postcards, bookmarks, small products, etc. No books. |
MEMBER PRICE$150 /INSERT |
NON-MEMBER PRICE$200 /INSERT |
| SALES OPEN JUNE 1 |
GALLEY/SAMPLE ROOM |
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The show Galley & Sample Room allows attendees to browse and find the books and sideline items they’re excited to read, recommend, and sell. Minimum 20 copies or sample pieces per placement. |
MEMBER PRICE$175 /TITLE or SAMPLE ITEM |
NON-MEMBER PRICE$225 /TITLE or SAMPLE ITEM |
| SALES OPEN JUNE 1 |
EXHIBIT HALL BINGO: BUY A SQUARE |
| Our bookseller attendees will be playing Exhibit Hall Bingo to encourage them to explore the entire hall. Purchase a square and your logo, message, or title can be included on every card! Only available to exhibitors. Limited to one square per exhibitor. Only 10 squares will be sold. |
MEMBER PRICE$300 /SQUARE |
NON-MEMBER PRICE$350 /SQUARE |
| SALES OPEN JUNE 1 |
FallCon 2026 Cancellation Policy:
In the event of an in-person show cancellation by MPIBA, we will convert any in-person advertising and promotions to their virtual equivalent.
No refunds will be issued after September 15 for cancellations.