BookExpo America (BEA) FAQs

How do I register?
Online registration for BookExpo America (BEA) is now open. You may register using the following links below.


What does my registration include?

Your Attendee Show Badge gives you access to:

  • Exhibition Halls featuring over 2,000 companies
  • Autographing Sessions highlighting over 500 authors
  • Many Free Educational Sessions. 3-Day Attendee Show Badge allows you to Free Educational Sessions throughout the event. 1-Day Attendee Show Badge allows you access to Free Educational Sessions only on the day of your Pass.
  • Access to Hot Deal Show Specials on-site
  • Access to Special Pavilion Areas on the Show floor.

When will I receive my attendee badge?
We will no longer mail badges before the Show. Simply print the email confirmation you will receive when you complete the registration process and bring it with you to the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. When you get to the Show, you'll quickly scan the barcode at the top of the confirmation and your badge will print automatically along with the tickets for special events you have signed up for.


When are the exhibition halls are open?

Exhibits
Tuesday, May 25, 2010: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm (Remainders Pavilion only)
Wednesday, May 26, 2010: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday, May 27, 2010: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Big Ideas at BEA Conference
Tuesday, May 25, 2010: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Wednesday, May 26, 2010: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday, May 27, 2010: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm


What is the address of the exhibition venue?
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
635 West 34th Street
New York, NY 10001


Where can I get a map driving directions to the venue?
Please visit the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center site for travel information to attend BookExpo America 2010.


Whom do I contact for speaking opportunities?
Contact Mark Dressler, Director of Education at 1-231-932-0475

Whom do I contact for Special Events and PR?
Contact Roger Bilheimer, Director of Public Relations at 1-203-966-0792

Whom do I contact for the International Rights Center?
Contact Steve Rosato, Director of Strategic Accounts at 1-203-840-5463