Miami Book Fair International
Nov 15, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026
Happening now
Author Nation 2026
November 10, 2026 - November 13, 2026
Las Vegas, United States
Next up in Book Fairs
- Miami Book Fair International 2026 Nov 15–22, 2026 · Miami
- Guadalajara International Book Fair 2026 Nov 28 – Dec 6, 2026 · Guadalajara
- ABA Winter Institute 2027 Feb 10–14, 2027 · Minneapolis
About Author Nation (formerly Author Expo)
A vital expo event for independent authors and publishers to showcase books, services, and technologies aimed at strengthening the indie author community.
Author Nation 2026
Author Nation 2026 runs 10–13 November 2026 at Horseshoe Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada.
Author Nation, run by Written Word Media as the successor to the 20Books Vegas conference, gathers 1,400+ indie authors in Las Vegas for four days of craft, marketing and direct-sales programming. Its all-day Industry Expo opens the event with 75+ vendors offering tools, platforms and services for independent authors — the exhibit component this listing covers.
Key Topics
- Self-publishing
- Author marketing
- Direct sales
- Writing craft
Upcoming Book Fairs
All book fairs →Guadalajara International Book Fair
Nov 28, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026
ABA Winter Institute
Feb 10, 2027 - Feb 14, 2027
Frequently asked questions
When is Author Nation 2026?
Author Nation 2026 is happening now, running November 10, 2026 – November 13, 2026.
Where is Author Nation 2026 held?
Author Nation 2026 takes place at Horseshoe Las Vegas in Las Vegas, United States.
How do I register for Author Nation 2026?
Registration is handled by the organizer, Author Nation — details and passes are on the official website.
Before you go to Author Nation 2026
For Attendees & Exhibitors · 5 min read
What to Wear to a Trade Show: Exhibitor & Attendee Dress Code Guide
By role and by industry — what reads as professional, what reads as out-of-place, and what your feet will thank you for at hour eight.
For Exhibitors · 6 min read
How Much Does It Cost to Exhibit at a Trade Show?
A 2026 cost breakdown by booth size and show tier — booth space, build-out, travel, staffing, and the line items that wreck budgets.
Discovery · 7 min read
Top Trade Shows by Industry: The 2026 Guide
The biggest trade shows of 2026 across 10 major industries — what each is known for and who actually shows up.